CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.5 | JEA Curriculum Initiative

March 26, 2018

Editing

Deconstructing News Features

Description Sometimes being a good editor means expanding your knowledge about what makes a good article. Editing isn’t just the mechanics. It should include looking at the parts of the article and making sure each is doing its part. How does the lead work? Is there …

August 19, 2017

by megfromm

Editing

Choosing engaging verbs

Description Journalistic writing doesn’t have to be boring. True, slanted words aren’t good to use. Neither are ones that show opinion or too much emotion. But that doesn’t mean sticking with “is, are, was, were” and other dull words. This lesson encourages students to choose active, …

August 19, 2017

by megfromm

Editing

Editing to avoid slanted language

Description Sometimes words may seem to mean the same, but a fine shade of difference can make a huge change in how the audience views your content. This lesson helps students learn to edit for word choice, avoiding slanted, biased or loaded language that can sway …

March 15, 2014

by cadmin

News Literacy

Lesson: Reader Focus Groups

A guide to hosting reader focus groups for your student publication

March 13, 2014

by cadmin

Opinion Writing

Lesson: Avoiding Libel in Satire

A lesson reviewing libel and how to avoid it in writing satire

March 13, 2014

by cadmin

Opinion Writing

Lesson: Ethics and Satire

A lesson on ethical considerations when writing satire for a student publication

March 13, 2014

by cadmin

Opinion Writing

Lesson: The A&E Section

A lesson on planning the Arts and Entertainment section of a publication

March 13, 2014

by cadmin

Opinion Writing

Lesson: Peer Revision on Reviews

Title Peer Revision on Reviews Description An opportunity for students to discuss what they like best in reviews and decide which one to run Summary Students will share unsigned versions of their reviews with classmates, provide feedback on other students’ reviews and turn in final copies …

March 13, 2014

by cadmin