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Grades 9–12
8 sessions: 1 hour each
Informational, Media, Narrative
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Shifting the Narrative

Jessica Thompson, 826 Dallas Project; and the Dallas Free Press
1. What is Community Journalism?
2. Parts of a Story
3. Asking the Right Questions
4. Contacting Sources
5. From Interview to Story
6. Trusting Sources
7. Work Day
8. Finishing Touches
Students will report on a story relevant to their community, while also growing their critical media literacy skills.
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Finishing Touches

A gripping headline is essential to a piece of journalism. During this session, students will learn how to create one and continue writing their own drafts.
What Your Students Will Learn

Your students will learn about what makes an effective headline.

What Your Students Will Produce

Your students will produce a more polished draft with an attention-grabbing headline.

What You Will Need

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