What is journalism, and what role does it play in our everyday lives? In this activity, students will reflect on the purpose of journalism, and how being informed can empower people.
Category: Digital & Media Literacy
Duration: 1 hour Grades: 7 - 12
Learning Standards: Common Core (ELA), International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
Learning Objectives
Students will:
Define what journalism is and is not.
Articulate their thoughts and feelings about news and how it relates to their lives.
Expand their understanding of what good journalism can do.
