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A News Show Structure: Block C and Headlines

PBS

Extra! Extra! Dive into the world of headline writing in our exciting lesson! Students learn the art of crafting captivating headlines that tell the story at a glance. Get ready to make headlines that shine!

This activity can be completed as a standalone lesson. It is, however, best completed as part of SRL’s The News Show Structure. This series is also the second section of SRL’s First Module From Concept to Screen: Building Your News Hour. The module is broken into three sections. The first two contain lessons that can be completed as standalone activities or as part of a series. All three sections converge to provide a powerful and fun introduction to producing and hosting news shows. The module is followed by a second that deepens student knowledge and skills.
 
Category: Digital & Media Literacy
 
Duration: 30 mins
Grades: 3 - 5
Learning Standards: Common Core (ELA), National Core Arts Standards
 

Learning Objectives

Students will:

  • Craft effective headlines that convey the topic of a news story.
  • Understand the significance of headlines in news reporting.
  • Evaluate and compare headlines to determine their strength and effectiveness in capturing the essence of a news story.

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