Journalism
Quarter 1
9th Grade Curriculum
Unit of Study / Qtr
Quarter 1 - Inverted Pyramid Writing & Photography
Standards / Objectives
Students will develop and implement a functional work flow & organization system
Use the technical knowledge and skills required to pursue the targeted careers for all pathways in the career cluster, including knowledge of design, operation, and maintenance of technological systems critical to the career cluster.
Demonstrate technical skills related to careers in the communications field.
Use oral and written communication skills in creating, expressing, and interpreting information using technical ideas including technical terminology and information.
Use leadership and teamwork skills in collaborating with others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
Students will consistently compose timely stories in the inverted pyramid style
Achieve additional academic knowledge and skills required to pursue the full range of career and postsecondary education opportunities within a career cluster.
Know and understand the importance of professional ethics and legal responsibilities.
Demonstrate technical skills related to careers in the communications field.
Students will consistently take well composed and technically correct photographs.
Use leadership and teamwork skills in collaborating with others to accomplish organizational goals and objectives.
Know and understand the importance of professional ethics and legal responsibilities.
Know and understand the importance of employability skills, effectively manage careers and the importance of entrepreneurship skills
Demonstrate technical skills related to careers in the communications field.