SRL Lessons
Student Reporting Labs lesson plans focus on understanding the role of journalism in society and developing broader communication skills, including listening, asking questions, teamwork and public speaking.
We've included some of our foundational lessons here, and a link to our full menu at the bottom. Lessons can be used in the context of courses in English, social studies, or video production classes and include critical thinking, analysis and production activities.
Each lesson is designed for a 50-minute class with engaging high-interest activities to nurture a sense of purpose and accomplishment.
What Makes a Good Story?
It’s not just the topic, it’s how you tell the story. This activity focuses on key story elements that make great news pieces.
Find Your Story
Learn to inquire into familiar people, places or situations to find interesting story ideas, and turn important topics into compelling stories.
Pitch Your Story
Now that you've found your story, turn those ideas into fully developed pitches.
ADditional SRL Activities
There is more where that came from, take a look at all of our activities.