Module: Building a NewsHour: Part 4
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Grades 3 - 5
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Overview
Welcome to PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs (SRL)’s Module, Building a NewsHour: Part 4
This Module from SRL takes youth through the all elements of building their own news hour. A follow-up to the From Concept to Screen Module, this six part Collection takes youth through the all the steps in creating a news hour to tell their stories.
This is Module 4 of 6 in the Building a NewsHour Collection series.
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Designing with Purpose
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Students explore the fascinating world of spatial and visual design as it relates to journalism. They learn how set designers create compelling news station sets, focusing on the importance of visual elements, colors, props, and the arrangement of furniture
This is lesson 18 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Designing with Purpose
Students explore the fascinating world of spatial and visual design as it relates to journalism. They learn how set designers create compelling news station sets, focusing on the importance of visual elements, colors, props, and the arrangement of furniture
This is lesson 18 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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On Location
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Ready, set, scout! Students develop a list of considerations to utilize when selecting an on-location interview spot. They evaluate various spaces, determine their suitability for interviews, and then brainstorm relevant stories that could be captured in the space.
This is lesson 19 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
On Location
Ready, set, scout! Students develop a list of considerations to utilize when selecting an on-location interview spot. They evaluate various spaces, determine their suitability for interviews, and then brainstorm relevant stories that could be captured in the space.
This is lesson 19 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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Planning a Studio Set
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Welcome to the creative world of set design for news shows! Students design an engaging and relevant interview set.
This is lesson 20 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Planning a Studio Set
Welcome to the creative world of set design for news shows! Students design an engaging and relevant interview set.
This is lesson 20 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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Where's the Light
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“Where’s the Light” dives into the captivating world of lighting and how it impacts interviews. In a partially darkened room, students explore how moving light or changing the color of the light impacts an audience’s thoughts and feelings.
This is lesson 21 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Where's the Light
“Where’s the Light” dives into the captivating world of lighting and how it impacts interviews. In a partially darkened room, students explore how moving light or changing the color of the light impacts an audience’s thoughts and feelings.
This is lesson 21 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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Controlling the Light
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Imagine recording an interview outside. You can’t simply move the sun, but you can certainly manipulate it! Students learn how to build and use DIY reflectors to ensure natural, even lighting.
This is lesson 22 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Controlling the Light
Imagine recording an interview outside. You can’t simply move the sun, but you can certainly manipulate it! Students learn how to build and use DIY reflectors to ensure natural, even lighting.
This is lesson 22 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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Interview Setup Evaluation Checklist
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Picture this: You're setting up for an important interview. The ambiance, the lighting, the background - they all play pivotal roles. But how do you ensure your interview set is perfect for your journalistic masterpiece? That's where an Evaluation Checklist comes in! Students work in teams and as a class to craft an Evaluation Checklist.
This is lesson 23 of PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs' second module, Building a News Hour.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Interview Setup Evaluation Checklist
Picture this: You're setting up for an important interview. The ambiance, the lighting, the background - they all play pivotal roles. But how do you ensure your interview set is perfect for your journalistic masterpiece? That's where an Evaluation Checklist comes in! Students work in teams and as a class to craft an Evaluation Checklist.
This is lesson 23 of PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs' second module, Building a News Hour.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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Module: Building a NewsHour: Part 4
More from this collaborator
Module: Building a NewsHour: Part 4
Grades 3 - 5
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Overview
Continue Your Journey
1
Designing with Purpose
Not Viewed
Students explore the fascinating world of spatial and visual design as it relates to journalism. They learn how set designers create compelling news station sets, focusing on the importance of visual elements, colors, props, and the arrangement of furniture
This is lesson 18 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Designing with Purpose
Students explore the fascinating world of spatial and visual design as it relates to journalism. They learn how set designers create compelling news station sets, focusing on the importance of visual elements, colors, props, and the arrangement of furniture
This is lesson 18 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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2
On Location
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Ready, set, scout! Students develop a list of considerations to utilize when selecting an on-location interview spot. They evaluate various spaces, determine their suitability for interviews, and then brainstorm relevant stories that could be captured in the space.
This is lesson 19 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
On Location
Ready, set, scout! Students develop a list of considerations to utilize when selecting an on-location interview spot. They evaluate various spaces, determine their suitability for interviews, and then brainstorm relevant stories that could be captured in the space.
This is lesson 19 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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3
Planning a Studio Set
Not Viewed
Welcome to the creative world of set design for news shows! Students design an engaging and relevant interview set.
This is lesson 20 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Planning a Studio Set
Welcome to the creative world of set design for news shows! Students design an engaging and relevant interview set.
This is lesson 20 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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4
Where's the Light
Not Viewed
“Where’s the Light” dives into the captivating world of lighting and how it impacts interviews. In a partially darkened room, students explore how moving light or changing the color of the light impacts an audience’s thoughts and feelings.
This is lesson 21 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Where's the Light
“Where’s the Light” dives into the captivating world of lighting and how it impacts interviews. In a partially darkened room, students explore how moving light or changing the color of the light impacts an audience’s thoughts and feelings.
This is lesson 21 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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5
Controlling the Light
Not Viewed
Imagine recording an interview outside. You can’t simply move the sun, but you can certainly manipulate it! Students learn how to build and use DIY reflectors to ensure natural, even lighting.
This is lesson 22 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Controlling the Light
Imagine recording an interview outside. You can’t simply move the sun, but you can certainly manipulate it! Students learn how to build and use DIY reflectors to ensure natural, even lighting.
This is lesson 22 in “Building a News Hour,” the second module from PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs’ module series.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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Interview Setup Evaluation Checklist
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Picture this: You're setting up for an important interview. The ambiance, the lighting, the background - they all play pivotal roles. But how do you ensure your interview set is perfect for your journalistic masterpiece? That's where an Evaluation Checklist comes in! Students work in teams and as a class to craft an Evaluation Checklist.
This is lesson 23 of PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs' second module, Building a News Hour.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
Interview Setup Evaluation Checklist
Picture this: You're setting up for an important interview. The ambiance, the lighting, the background - they all play pivotal roles. But how do you ensure your interview set is perfect for your journalistic masterpiece? That's where an Evaluation Checklist comes in! Students work in teams and as a class to craft an Evaluation Checklist.
This is lesson 23 of PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs' second module, Building a News Hour.
Grades 3 - 5
45 Minutes
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