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Writing for the web

Below you will find all the lessons related to writing for the web in the web module. The default table setting shows lessons in the sequence they are recommended, but you can also use the headers to sort for lessons according to the time it takes to teach the lesson, the type of lesson (direct instruction, projects, etc.), and the requirements for technology, and which lessons include modifications for special populations (gifted and talented, special education, etc.).
LessonOrderTime to teachType of lessonTech needsModifications
Comparing print and online journalism1More than 90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
How we read online245-60 minutesSelf-paced1:1 computer access
Search engine optimization360-90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Headlines and search engine optimization445-60 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
The return of the inverted pyramid545-60 minutesDirect instructionNo computers
Making online stories reader-friendly660-90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Podcasts are just like writing a beat7More than 90 minutesAnalysis/ critique1:1 computer access
Recording and editing a practice podcast8More than 90 minutesPractice/ formative1:1 computer access

Timely and topical coverage

Below you will find all the lessons related to timely and topical coverage in the web module. The default table setting shows lessons in the sequence they are recommended, but you can also use the headers to sort for lessons according to the time it takes to teach the lesson, the type of lesson (direct instruction, projects, etc.), and the requirements for technology, and which lessons include modifications for special populations (gifted and talented, special education, etc.).
LessonOrderTime to teachType of lessonTech needsModifications
How a breaking story unfolds online160-90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Covering developing stories260-90 minutesAnalysis/ critiqueSome computer access
Real-time coverage options3More than 90 minutesAnalysis/ critiqueSome computer access
Beat coverage and the web4More than 90 minutesDirect instructionSome computer access
Generating stories for online beat coverage5More than 90 minutesAnalysis/ critiqueSome computer access
Using data to cover a beat660-90 minutesDirect instructionSome computer access
Covering an event for a beat7More than 90 minutesDirect instructionNo computers
Self-evaluate: When is my beat ready for submission?845-60 minutesPair/ group workNo computers

Developing story packages

Below you will find all the lessons related to developing planned story packages in the web module. The default table setting shows lessons in the sequence they are recommended, but you can also use the headers to sort for lessons according to the time it takes to teach the lesson, the type of lesson (direct instruction, projects, etc.), and the requirements for technology, and which lessons include modifications for special populations (gifted and talented, special education, etc.).
LessonOrderTime to teachType of lessonTech needsModification
Understanding the why in online story package design1More than 90 minutesAnalysis/ critique1:1 computer access
Planning a multimedia package2More than 90 minutesPair/ group work1:1 computer access
Interactive alternative copy tools for the Web3More than 90 minutesDirect instructionSome computer access
Improve beats by adding GIFs and featured images460-90 minutesDirect instructionSome computer access
Using data visualizations in online story packages5More than 90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Creating a StoryMap with Knight Lab6More than 90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Creating a Timeline with Knight Lab7More than 90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Creating infographics with Piktochart8More than 90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Creating an easy cell phone video with Adobe Premiere Clip9More than 90 minutesDirect instructionCamera/ smartphone
Creating a multimedia feature story for the Web10More than 90 minutesProjects1:1 computer access
Critiquing a multimedia package1160-90 minutesAnalysis/ critiqueSome computer access

Developing a news site and design customization

Below you will find all the lessons related to developing a news site and design customization skills in the web module. The default table setting shows lessons in the sequence they are recommended, but you can also use the headers to sort for lessons according to the time it takes to teach the lesson, the type of lesson (direct instruction, projects, etc.), and the requirements for technology, and which lessons include modifications for special populations (gifted and talented, special education, etc.).
LessonOrderTime to teachType of lessonTech needsModifications
Who is your audience?More than 90 minutesDirect instructionNo computers
Defining website goals45-60 minutesPair/ group workSome computer access
Defining technical specifications45-60 minutesPair/ group workSome computer access
Finalizing goals and establishing a budget45-60 minutesDirect instructionNo computers
Creating a website mock-up45-60 minutesPair/ group work1:1 computer access
Staff structure and workflow45-60 minutesPair/ group workNo computers
Understanding copyright and Creative CommonsMore than 90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Fair Use and social media45-60 minutesDirect instructionNo computers
Keep readers from leaving your site45-60 minutesDirect instructionNo computers
Using analytics to drive traffic45-60 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Basic HTMLMore than 90 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Basic HTML and using embed codes45-60 minutesPractice/ formative1:1 computer access
CSS45-60 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Understanding WordPress45-60 minutesDirect instruction1:1 computer access
Creating a digital portfolioMore than 90 minutesProjects1:1 computer access
Critiquing your website for awards45-60 minutesAnalysis/ critique1:1 computer access