03.09.18

Post date: Mar 10, 2018 7:11:41 PM

[Learning Goal --> What is newsworthy?]

DO NOW: Quick Jot

Write two news headlines that you are aware of in our world.

RANKING: With a small (randomly assigned) group, organize our headlines in order of how "newsworthy" they are.

ASSIGNMENT: Read PBS's criteria for "newsworthy."

Write examples for each criteria.

(You can use news sites for examples if necessary: CNN, The Sheboygan Press, New York Times, The Guardian, etc.

RANKING: Reorganize your headlines with your group again. What changes did you make, and why?

BRAINSTORM: With a partner, write down at least ten stories in your life that are newsworthy.