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Sound Off! Exploring How Public Interaction Changes the News Experience

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In this lesson, from the New York Times Learning Network, students consider ways the public interacts with the news media, and participate in a blog simulation using current news stories. First, students explore how often they already interact with the news media. Then, they examine a news program, respond to its content, and write blog entries.

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    Topics and Grades

    Grade: 6 to 12

    Topics: Arts, Media, & Entertainment, Reading Comprehension, English-Language Arts, Career & Technical Ed, History-Social Science, American Democracy

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    Tool for: Administrators, Teachers, Parents

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    Grouping: Large Group Instruction

    Teaching Method: Discussions; Simulation