
News Goggles: The New York Times editor’s note
Let's examine an editor’s note published online on Sept. 27, 2020, that accompanied a New York Times investigation into President Donald Trump’s taxes and
In this lesson, students learn about the vital role the First Amendment protections of free speech and a free press play in American democracy using four case studies of notable investigative (or “watchdog”) reporting. This jigsaw-style lesson has students join an “expert” group to focus on one specific case study, then join their “jigsaw” group to share what they learned with their classmates. Jigsaw group members then document the details of each report and reflect on the role the First Amendment played in each of these historic pieces of journalism.
This lesson makes the following essential questions available:
This news literacy classroom activity is suggested for grades 7-9 and 10-12+.
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Let's examine an editor’s note published online on Sept. 27, 2020, that accompanied a New York Times investigation into President Donald Trump’s taxes and
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This discussion guide serves as a companion for adult learners and community members viewing the PBS documentary Storm Lake.
Student voices are catalysts for positive change in schools and communities. You can empower them to be well-informed and
This week, we talk to data reporter Emilie Munson of the Times Union, a local news organization based in