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SUMMARY:PitchIt! Essay Contest
DESCRIPTION:Student voice is a catalyst for positive change in schools and communities. For this reason\, Miami-Dade County Public Schools\, in partnership with the News Literacy Project\, is hosting a writing contest to empower students to be civically informed and engaged. \nLEARNING GOALS \n\nStudents who want to be part of the misinformation solution can use this contest to strengthen their news literacy skills.\nStudents will analyze different types of misinformation and show the ability to think critically about what is and is not verifiable information.\nStudents will have access to\, and real-time feedback from\, journalists in the field who report on these issues every day.\n\nAWARDS: for each grade band 6-8 and 9-12 \nFirst place\n$100 Amazon gift card (teacher and student) \nSecond place\n$50 Amazon gift card (teacher and student) \nThird place\n$25 Amazon gift card (teacher and student) \n**Winners will participate in an official Pitch It! session where they will share their article and receive feedback from a journalist. \nELIGIBILITY\nOnly students in grades 6-8 and 9-12 may participate with the support from a teacher. \nLEARNING TASK AND ESSAY TOPIC\nStudents will review local and/or national headlines. See resources from the M-DCPS library which provides access to The New York Times\, and articles on ProQuest. Or use any other available resources. \nCONTEXT\nNews literacy is the ability to determine the credibility of news and other content. \nThink about a widely reported current event and how news literacy skills could have been applied. Now\, write a 500-1000 word article about a local\, national or international story where having news literacy skills would have prevented misinformation from being spread. Use reputable sources to support your claim. Articles will be judged by a panel of journalists for accuracy\, readability and creativity. Choose a prompt from below. \nPROMPTS \n\nExplain how the First Amendment protects freedom of the press.\nHow can citizens fact-check well-known figures (journalists\, celebrities\, influencers\, athletes\, etc.)?\nCitizens have responsibilities. Why would consuming or sharing reliable information be a responsibility?\n\n CRITERIA \n\nClearly addresses the prompt.\nProofread.\nObservation of rules for standard English (grammar\, punctuation\, mechanics) in writing.\nRecognizable beginning (opening or introduction)\, middle and end (closing or conclusion).\nMake sure you open strong. Readers will use the first few sentences to decide whether they will read the whole article.\nKeep your paragraphs short. Popular articles tend to average three sentences per paragraph.\nThoroughly thought-out\, tightly focused essays.\nOriginality.\nEnd with a “call to action.” In the conclusion to your piece\, encourage the reader to take some positive steps. For instance\, if you’ve given readers a list of tips\, prompt them to put some of the tips into practice.\nProper citing of sources.\n\nARTICLE FORMAT \n\n500-1000 words.\nEssays must be the original\, unpublished work of one student. Only the top two essays from each school for each of the permitted grade levels may be submitted. Schools should conduct their own essay contest to establish the top two articles for submission.\nAll articles must have a title.\nAll articles must be written in English.\nArticles should be easily readable\, 12-point font (such as Times New Roman) and double-spaced with 1” margins and numbered pages.\nA cover page MUST be included with the following information: Student name\, student ID\, grade level\, complete student address\, best student phone number\, the school’s name\, the principal’s name\, the teacher’s name\, and best teacher’s phone number.\n\nConsult the complete contest rules before entering. \nContest Deadline: May 15\, 2021\, 5 p.m. EDT  \nSchools should submit their top two winning essays per grade band via email to: Ms. Monica Valdes\, Miami Newslit Ambassador\, mdvaldes@dadeschools.net
URL:https://newslit.org/event/news-literacy-essay-contest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210514T130000
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SUMMARY:Columbia educators: NewsLitCamp® with South Carolina ETV and Public Radio and The Post and Courier
DESCRIPTION:NewsLitCamp helps teachers and librarians develop expertise in news literacy\, demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from misinformation.\n \n\n\n\n\nJoin the News Literacy Project (NLP)\, South Carolina ETV and Public Radio\, The Post and Courier\, and Richland School District Two on May 14 and 21 for NewsLitCamp\, a virtual teacher-centered professional learning event over two afternoons featuring breakout sessions with Columbia journalists. \nSign up today (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat!\nNewsLitCamp is an immersive\, free professional development experience primarily for middle and high school educators. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) led by journalists and news literacy experts\, designed to empower you to teach news literacy. \nThis event is made possible with support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and is part of a series of NewsLitCamp events led by the News Literacy Project in collaboration with a diverse group of news organizations around the country. \nDetails \nEducators in Columbia\, South Carolina\, are invited to join us for two afternoons of free synchronous sessions and live interactions with local journalists and experts from the News Literacy Project: May 14 from 1-3:45 p.m. ET and May 21 from 1-3:30 p.m. ET. \nIn early May\, educators will be prompted to create a Sched.com account to access related materials and Zoom links. Sched will be the home base for all of the event activities. \nWhy attend?  \nAs an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to help teachers and librarians develop expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the newsgathering process — demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from rumors\, hoaxes and other types of misinformation. \nWho can attend \nThis NewsLitCamp is designed primarily for middle and high school teachers and media specialists in Columbia. Space permitting\, we also will welcome school administrators and post-secondary educators. Please email newslitcamp@newslit.org with questions. \nBonus Session \nYou’ll learn about the Checkology® virtual classroom\, our free\, easy-to-use platform full of engaging news literacy learning experiences. Its 14 lessons can be used remotely or in-person and are easily integrated into variety of subject areas\, with lesson topics like: \n\nMisinformation.\nThe standards of quality journalism.\nNews judgment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nNews media bias.\n\nAbout South Carolina ETV and Public Radio \nAs the state’s public educational broadcasting network\, South Carolina ETV and Public Radio uses television\, radio and the internet to enrich lives by educating children\, informing and connecting citizens\, celebrating our culture and environment\, and instilling the joy of learning. It provides national and local content to classrooms via internet services Knowitall.org\, LearningWhy and PBS Learning Media\, along with teacher training and recertification in face-to-face and online settings. SCETV and Public Radio began in 1958 with closed-circuit broadcasts to multiple schools of French and plane geometry classes at Dreher High School in Columbia. Today the network comprises 11 TV stations\, eight radio stations and a statewide tower network that serves schools\, hospitals and emergency management teams. \nAbout The Post and Courier: \nAs the South’s oldest daily newspaper\, it traces its roots to The Courier\, founded in 1803\, and The Evening Post\, founded in 1894. In 1926\, the two newspapers were drawn closer together when The Courier\, which had then become The News and Courier\, was purchased by The Evening Post Industries Company. Both newspapers maintained separate news staffs until the 1980s\, when those staffs were combined. In 1991\, when it became apparent that reading habits were better served by a single edition of the newspaper – a morning edition – the two papers were merged to become The Post and Courier. The newspaper is now published by The Post and Courier\, Inc. Its Columbia edition is reported\, written and edited by Columbia journalists for readers in the Midlands. \n\nQuestions? \nEmail Miriam Romais\, NLP’s senior manager of education and training\, at newslitcamp@newslit.org or Katherine Templeton\, Richland Two’s coordinator for professional learning\, at ktemplet@richland2.org. \nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is generously supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/columbia-educators-newslitcamp-with-south-carolina-etv/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T160000
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SUMMARY:Join our Instagram Live with Axios reporter Sara Fischer
DESCRIPTION:What happens when you bring together a news literacy expert and an experienced reporter who covers all things media? Find out during our first Instagram Live event! \nJoin the News Literacy Project and Axios on Instagram at 4 p.m. ET on Thursday\, May 6\, for a conversation between Peter Adams\, our senior vice president of education\, and Sara Fischer\, Axios’ media reporter. They will chat for 45 minutes about everything from how to spot and avoid misinformation on Instagram to why misinformation — and especially visual misinformation — appeals to us. They will describe the real-world costs of misinformation and will discuss possible solutions to the problem\, including steps you can take when browsing your feed and stories. \nViewers will be able to ask questions during the IG Live. No registration needed — simply mark your calendar for Thursday\, May 6\, from 4-4:45 p.m. and then hop over to the @newslitproject feed (and follow us!) to tune in. We’re looking forward to it! \nWhat: Instagram Live \nWho: Peter Adams (NLP) and Sara Fischer (Axios) \nWhen: Thursday\, May 6\, 4 p.m. ET \nWhere: Instagram (@newslitproject) \n 
URL:https://newslit.org/event/join-our-instagram-live-with-axios-reporter-sara-fischer/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210429T190000
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SUMMARY:Media Bias: Current Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Peter Adams\, NLP’s senior vice president of education\, will discuss media bias and show consumers how to evaluate news coverage in a virtual presentation for the St. Charles City-County Library Current Conversations series. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPeople frequently perceive and allege bias in news coverage\, but what does this really mean? What makes a piece of news biased\, and who decides? What role do our own biases play in our perceptions of bias? In this session we’ll help you understand this vital\, controversial\, complex topic in ways that empower you to meaningfully evaluate the fairness and impartiality of news coverage. \nRegister today. \nPrior to the class\, registrants will be emailed a link to participate. The link will include computer and phone call options. No account necessary! Can’t make the class? The recording will be available here after the class.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/media-bias-current-conversations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T140000
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SUMMARY:Senior Planet OATS webinar: "Fact-Checking and Digital Verification"
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this free webinar from AARP/Senior Planet OATS initiative.\nJoin the News Literacy Project and OATS Senior Planet for a free webinar to learn how to fact-check content and use existing tools to verify information before you share it. The discussion will take place on Wednesday\, March 31 at 1pm ET / 10am PT. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll share tips to help you understand the motivations of bad actors who push misleading\, inaccurate and false information\, and we’ll help you build skills to identify it and stop its spread. We’ll also teach you the basics of fact-checking so that you can protect yourself from falling for misinformation. \nRSVP here to join us for this informative webinar.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/fact-checking-and-digital-verification-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210311T173000
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SUMMARY:More Civil Union: The Role of News Literacy in Civic Education
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by: Constitutional Democracy Project – IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law Presenter: Allie Niese\, CPS Teacher \nMarch 11\, 2021\, 4-5:30 p.m. CT \nSign up now! \nThis webinar will answer questions surrounding the role of news literacy in the classroom\, share resources\, and develop content knowledge to better support civil dialogue in the classroom. The session will address why it is important to be news-literate; will define misinformation\, and explore what news literacy means to you\, your classroom and your students. \nWhat is the role of news literacy in our Constitutional democracy?\nPresentation by Dr. Jon Marshall\, Medill School of Journalism\, Northwestern University \nTeaching News Literacy: the New Literacy Project as a Toolbox\n\n\n\n\n\nMission of the New Literacy Project\nHow can I bring News Literacy into my classroom?\nPractice Checkology Lesson used\, “Arguments and Evidence”\n\n\n\n\n\nHow can we engage students in the skills of news literacy in our Civics & AP Government classrooms? \nHow do you consume the news? Are you a morning podcaster\, radio listener\, printed newspaper reader\, TV news watcher\, or social media scanner? \nDiscussion Questions\n\n\n\n\n\nWhich NLP resources do you find most immediately useful for your classroom? Why?\nWhat resources might you like to try out in the future?\nHow and where do you see New Literacy fitting into the material you already teach?\nReview your challenges in news literacy\, for yourself or your students? What resources at NLP might help you navigate these challenges?\n\n\n\n\n\nTo learn more contact Alyss Niese at aniese@cps.edu. Explore more phenomenal resources to teach about our Constitutional Democracy at Constitutional at  democracyproject.org and more news literacy resources at newslit.org.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/more-civil-union-the-role-of-news-literacy-in-civic-education/
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DTSTART;TZID=EST:20210224T160000
DTEND;TZID=EST:20210224T170000
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SUMMARY:edWeb Webinar: “Empowering Students with News Literacy”
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this free presentation at edWeb. \nWhen students connect strongly to what you are teaching\, they become motivated to turn assignments into action. If you want to ignite a spark in your students\, you won’t want to miss this edWebinar\, featuring the News Literacy Project’s ambassadors. They’ll describe how their students have elevated classroom lessons to the next level. You will learn how to inspire your students as well. \nDuring the session\, we will also provide instructional resources for integrating these concepts into your classroom\, explain the News Literacy Project’s free educator resources\, including Checkology®\, and introduce you to NewsLit Nation\, our virtual professional learning community (PLC) to connect with and be inspired by other educators across the nation. \nThis edWebinar will be of interest to teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders of the middle and high school levels. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/edweb-webinar-empowering-students-with-news-literacy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T140000
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SUMMARY:Senior Planet OATS webinar: "Exploring the Misinformation Landscape"
DESCRIPTION:Register here for this free webinar from AARP/Senior Planet OATS initiative\nJoin us Wednesday\, Feb. 24\, at 1 p.m. ET when the News Literacy Project (NLP) presents the free webinar Exploring the Misinformation Landscape for AARP’/Senior Planet. The session\, part of the Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) initiative\, will help older people recognize the motivations of those who propagate misinformation online and help participants learn how to fact-check and verify basic information. NLP’s John Silva will share tips on how to be less susceptible to misinformation by becoming more news-literate\, and to prioritize reliable sources of news and information. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://newslit.org/event/senior-planet-oats-webinar-exploring-the-misinformation-landscape/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210205T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210205T154500
DTSTAMP:20250829T132606Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois educators: NewsLitCamp® with Chicago Defender\, ProPublica Illinois\, Better Government Association\, Rockford Register Star and Block Club Chicago
DESCRIPTION:NewsLitCamp helps teachers & librarians develop expertise in news literacy\, demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from misinfo.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the News Literacy Project (NLP) and Chicago Public School Libraries on Feb. 5 for a virtual teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with journalists from Chicago Defender\, ProPublica Illinois\, Better Government Association\, Rockford Register Star and Block Club Chicago. This program is part of a series of NewsLitCamp events led by the News Literacy Project in collaboration with a diverse group of news organizations around the country. \nSign up today (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat.\nNewsLitCamp is an immersive\, free professional development experience primarily for middle and high school educators. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) led by Illinois-based journalists and news literacy experts\, and educator-driven sessions to empower you to teach news literacy. Check out our NewsLitCamp video for a quick look at what the event can offer you. \nDetails\nJoin us for a day of free workshops and interactions with Illinois journalists and experts from the News Literacy Project: 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1:00-3:45 p.m. CT (9:30 a.m-1 p.m. and 2:00-4:45 p.m. ET / 6:30-10 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m. PT). \nEducators will be prompted in mid-January to create a Sched.com account\, which will be the home base for all of the event activities\, including documents and access to the Zoom links. \nWhy attend? As an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to help teachers and librarians develop expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the newsgathering process — demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from rumors\, hoaxes and other types of misinformation. \nEducators able to participate for the full day will receive a certificate of attendance to apply for continuing education credits within their districts. \nWho can attend: NewsLitCamp is designed primarily for middle and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we also will welcome school administrators and post-secondary and international educators. Please email newslitcamp@newslit.org with questions. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a free cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation and bias.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\n\n\nAbout the Chicago Defender: The Chicago Defender is multi-media content provider of news\, information and events that cover the interests of the urban African American community with culturally relevant content not regularly serviced by mainstream media. Founded in 1905\,The Chicago Defender celebrated its 115th Anniversary in 2020 and the evolution being recognized nationally as the 2nd most widely read and best African-American Newspaper by Nielson and Essence Survey 2014.In July 2019\, The Chicago Defender transitioned from a printed newspaper into a digitally-focused content platform dedicated to online editorial\, premiere events\, custom publishing and archival merchandising. Every day\, we distribute news and information via multiple platforms. As the voice of the community for more than eleven decades\, we take great pride in having access to the grassroots community as well as connections and established relationships with influencers and opinion leaders. \nAbout the Better Government Association: The Better Government Association is a nonpartisan nonprofit news organization and civic advocate working for transparency\, efficiency and accountability in government in Chicago and across Illinois. \nAbout Block Club Chicago: Block Club is a nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable\, nonpartisan and essential coverage of Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods. Our full-time reporters are embedded in the communities they cover\, allowing them to report with context\, respect and with actual knowledge of a neighborhood beyond parachuting in for a “big” story or event. This ground-level approach not only builds community and trust but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood. \nAbout ProPublica Illinois: ProPublica Illinois is an independent nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism with moral force. Headquartered in Chicago\, we are the first regional publishing operation of ProPublica\, dedicated to stories about big issues that affect people living and working in the state of Illinois. ProPublica Illinois was founded in 2017 as a vehicle for leveraging ProPublica’s collaborative model at a regional level\, with the goal of making a meaningful difference across the state. With a team of 12 reporters\, editors and technologists\, we are pursuing stories that hold powerful institutions to account\, from politics to government to business. \nAbout the Rockford Register Star: The Rockford Register Star has been northern Illinois’ leading source of news and information for more than 160 years. Owned by Gannett\, it was created in 1979 by the merger of the Register Republic founded in 1855\, and the Morning Star\, founded in 1888. \n\n\n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is generously supported by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation. \n 
URL:https://newslit.org/event/illinois-educators-newslitcamp-with-block-club-chicago-the-better-government-association-and-propublica-illinois/
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SUMMARY:NewsLit Week | edWeb Webinar: “Avoiding the Rabbit Hole: How to Recognize and Understand Conspiratorial Thinking”
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual edWebinar on Jan. 27\, join subject matter expert John Silva and Shaelynn Farnsworth of the News Literacy Project for a conversation about conspiracy theories. \nRegister here for this free presentation at edWeb. \nConspiracy theories are rampant on social media\, particularly related to hyperpartisan political beliefs as well as the COVID-19 pandemic. More importantly\, though\, the thought processes\, cognitive dissonance and biases that lead to beliefs in conspiracy theories are even more common. Most of us engage in some form of conspiratorial thinking regularly\, yet somehow don’t fall victim to belief in one or more conspiracy theories. What’s different about people who do? \nThis edWebinar explores the psychological and cognitive factors behind conspiratorial thinking\, including the role of fears and anxiety\, cognitive dissonance and biases\, motivated reasoning and institutional cynicism. We will discuss the ways conspiracy theories exploit emotions as well as how they fill emotional needs. As part of this session\, we will also provide instructional resources for integrating these concepts into your curriculum\, including our new\, interactive lesson which is part of the Checkology virtual classroom. \nThis edWebinar will be of interest to teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders of the middle school through higher education levels. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/edweb-webinar-avoiding-the-rabbit-hole-how-to-recognize-and-understand-conspiratorial-thinking/
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SUMMARY:NewsLit Week | Free “What It Means To Be News Literate” Webinar
DESCRIPTION:NLP is teaming up with Senior Planet to present a webinar titled “What It Means to be News Literate?” The event will serve as an introduction to news literacy for members of the Older Adults Technology Services’ organization and will give their members a better understanding of the basic concepts and skills needed to be well-informed. NLP’s John Silva will share tips on how to recognize the difference between news and opinion\, identifying misinformation\, evaluating evidence and using fact-checking and digital verification tools to help older adults become more discerning of the different types of information that exist. \nThe event will take place on Wednesday\, January 27 from 1 to 2pm Eastern. \nTo register\, sign up here on Senior Planet’s website.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/free-what-it-means-to-be-news-literate-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210126T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210126T161500
DTSTAMP:20250829T132606Z
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SUMMARY:NewsLit Week | All educators: NewsLitCamp® with CNN Worldwide
DESCRIPTION:NewsLitCamp helps teachers & librarians develop expertise in news literacy\, demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from misinfo.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nJoin the News Literacy Project (NLP) and CNN Worldwide on Jan. 26 for a national\, virtual\, teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with CNN television and digital journalists. This program is one in a national series of NewsLitCamps led by the News Literacy Project in collaboration with a diverse group of news organizations around the country. \nSign up here (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat! \nNewsLitCamp is a free professional development experience primarily for middle and high school educators. It features live topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning time to empower you to teach news literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations with journalists and news literacy experts. Check out our NewsLitCamp video below for a quick look at what the event can offer you. \nDetails\nJoin us for a day of free workshops and live interactions with CNN television and digital journalists along with news literacy experts from the News Literacy Project. Register now on Eventbrite (green button); educators will be later be prompted to create a free Sched.com account\, which will be the home base for all of the event activities\, including access to the Zoom links on the day of the event. Recordings will not be made available\, so be sure to save the date! \nSessions will be held from 8:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. and from 1:30-4:15 p.m. ET; the second session is not a repeat event. \nWhy attend? As an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to help teachers and librarians develop expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the newsgathering process — demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from rumors\, hoaxes and other types of misinformation. \nParticipating educators will receive a certificate of attendance so they can apply for continuing education credits within their districts. \nWho can attend: NewsLitCamp is designed primarily for middle and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we also will welcome school administrators and post-secondary and international educators. Please email newslitcamp@newslit.org with questions. \nBonus Session: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a free cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation and bias.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\n\nAbout CNN Worldwide\nThe most honored brand in cable news\, CNN reaches more individuals on television\, the web and mobile devices than any other cable news organization in the United States. Globally\, CNN International is the most widely distributed news channel\, reaching over 402 million households. CNN Digital is the #1 online news destination across all platforms\, with more unique visitors\, global unique visitors\, mobile unique visitors\, millennial unique visitors\, politics visitors and video starts than any other competitor. Just in 2020\, its 2Q was the most watched quarter and its -3Q was the best for digital in CNN’s 40-year history. CNN’s award-winning portfolio also includes CNN Original Series\, which develops non-scripted programming for television via commissioned projects\, acquisitions and in-house production. CNN Films produces\, commissions and acquires documentary feature and short films for theatrical and festival exhibition\, as well as for broadcast and other distribution across CNN’s multiple platforms. Additionally\, CNN Newsource is the world’s most extensively utilized news service\, partnering with over 1\,000 local and international news organizations around the world. CNN is a division of WarnerMedia.\n\n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and made possible with the generous support of SmartNews. \nTop photo: NPR’s Washington Investigative Correspondent Tim Mak with educators at NPR in Washington\, D.C.\, 2019. \nPhoto Credit: Miriam Romais / The News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/all-educators-newslitcamp-with-cnn-worldwide/
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SUMMARY:NewsLit Week | Twitter chat
DESCRIPTION:Participate in a live Twitter chat with Ebonee Rice\, NLP’s vice president\, Educator Network\, and several of our NewsLit Nation ambassadors on at #NewsLiteracyWeek. \nEducators\, join us to learn more about how to bring news literacy to your classrooms\, to feel part of a community and to hear from reporters about how news literacy fits into their jobs. \nOpen to anyone who wants to connect with NLP\, educators and/or journalists.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/newslit-week-twitter-chat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T164500
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SUMMARY:All educators: NewsLitCamp® with The Texas Tribune
DESCRIPTION:NewsLitCamp helps teachers & librarians develop expertise in news literacy\, demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from misinformation\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nNewsLitCamp is now nationwide! Join the News Literacy Project (NLP) and The Texas Tribune on Thursday\, Dec. 10\, for our first nationwide — and virtual — teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with Texas Tribune journalists. This program is part of a series of NewsLitCamp events led by the News Literacy Project in collaboration with a diverse group of news organizations around the country. \nRegister here (it’s FREE!) on Eventbrite. \nSpace is limited. Sign up today to reserve your seat! \nNewsLitCamp is a free professional development experience primarily for middle and high school educators. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning time to empower you to teach news literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations and learning with journalists and news literacy experts. \nDetails\nEducators will convene on Zoom for several hours of free workshops and interactions with Texas Tribune journalists and experts from the News Literacy Project. \nSessions will be held at 8:30-11:45 a.m. and 1:30-3:45 p.m. CT. \nWhy attend? As an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to help teachers and librarians develop expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the news-gathering process — demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from rumors\, hoaxes and other types of misinformation. \nParticipating educators will receive a certificate of attendance so they can apply for continuing education credits within their districts. \nWho can attend: NewsLitCamp is designed primarily for middle and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we also will welcome school administrators and post-secondary and international educators. Please email newslitcamp@newslit.org with questions. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. Among the topics it covers are: \n\nMisinformation and bias.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\nAbout The Texas Tribune\nThe Texas Tribune is the only member-supported\, digital-first\, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy\, politics\, government and statewide issues. \n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is sponsored by SmartNews. \nPhoto: Educators at our NewsLitCamp at Bloomberg News in New York City\, Jan. 2020. Photo Credit: Andrea Lin / The News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/all-educators-newslitcamp-with-the-texas-tribune/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201203T180000
DTSTAMP:20250829T132607Z
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SUMMARY:San José educators: NewsLitCamp® with NBC Bay Area
DESCRIPTION:NewsLitCamp helps teachers & librarians develop expertise in news literacy\, demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from misinfo.\n \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nJoin the News Literacy Project (NLP)\, the San José Public Library and NBC Bay Area on Dec. 2 and 3 for a virtual\, teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with local journalists. This program is part of a series of NewsLitCamp events led by the News Literacy Project in collaboration with a diverse group of news organizations around the country. \nSign up here (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat! \nNewsLitCamp is a free professional development experience primarily for middle and high school educators. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning time to empower you to teach news literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations with journalists and news literacy experts. Check out our NewsLitCamp video below for a quick look at what the event can offer you. \nDetails\nJoin us for several hours of free workshops and interactions with NBC Bay Area anchors\, reporters and experts from the News Literacy Project. After registering on Eventbrite\, educators will be prompted to create a Sched.com account\, which will be the home base for all of the event activities\, including access to the Zoom links on the day of the event. \nSessions will be held on Wed. and Thurs. Dec. 2 and 3 from 3-6 p.m. PT. \nWhy attend? As an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to help teachers and librarians develop expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the newsgathering process — demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from rumors\, hoaxes and other types of misinformation. \nParticipating educators will receive a certificate of attendance so they can apply for continuing education credits within their districts. \nWho can attend: NewsLitCamp is designed primarily for middle and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we also will welcome school administrators and post-secondary and international educators. Please email newslitcamp@newslit.org with questions. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a free cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation and bias.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\nAbout NBC Bay Area\nOwned by NBC Universal\, NBC Bay Area/KNTV is the Bay Area’s investigative station located in the heart of Silicon Valley. The station is committed to providing continuous\, in-depth journalism with unique personalities. Along with broadcasting NBC’s award-winning daytime\, prime-time and late-night programming\, NBC Bay Area produces more than 32 hours of news programming each week for television along with continuous news coverage at nbcbayarea.com and multiple other digital platforms. \nAbout SJPL\nSan José Public Library enriches lives by fostering lifelong learning and by ensuring that every member of the community has access to a vast array of ideas and information. \n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is sponsored by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. \nTop photo: Educators with business reporter Shwanika Narayan at our NewsLitCamp at the San Francisco Chronicle\, Nov. 2019. Photo Credit: Miriam Romais / The News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/san-jose-educators-newslitcamp-with-nbc-bay-area/
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DTSTART;TZID=EST:20201118T173000
DTEND;TZID=EST:20201118T173000
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SUMMARY:“Is That A Fact?”: An Analysis of Misinformation and the Election
DESCRIPTION:For a better understanding of how misinformation and disinformation have impacted this election\, please join us for a live episode of our podcast Is that a fact? on Wednesday\, Nov. 18\, at 5:30 p.m. ET. Host Darragh Worland will moderate a lively conversation featuring Enrique Acevedo of 60 in 6 (former anchor at Univision) and an NLP board member\, Jane Lytvynenko of BuzzFeed News\, and Joan Donovan\, research director at Harvard Kennedy School’s Shorenstein Center on Media\, Politics and Public Policy.\nRegister today on Zoom.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/is-that-a-fact-an-analysis-of-misinformation-and-the-election/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201023T154500
DTSTAMP:20250712T002516Z
CREATED:20200925T152312Z
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SUMMARY:Miami educators: NewsLitCamp® with Univision
DESCRIPTION:Miami-area educators\, join the News Literacy Project for a virtual NewsLitCamp® event!\n \nAbout this Event\nJoin the News Literacy Project (NLP)\, Univision News and Miami-Dade County Public Schools on Oct. 23 for a virtual teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with Univision News journalists. This program is one in a national series of NewsLitCamps led by the News Literacy Project in collaboration with a diverse group of news organizations around the country. \nRegister here (It’s FREE!) on Eventbrite. \nSpace is limited. Sign up today to reserve your seat! \nNewsLitCamp is a free professional development experience primarily for middle and high school educators. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning time to empower you to teach news literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations with journalists and news literacy experts. Check out our NewsLitCamp video for a quick look at what the day can offer you and your students. \nDetails\nEducators will convene on Zoom for several hours of free workshops and interactions with Univision reporters and editors\, and experts from the News Literacy Project. \nSessions will be held at 8:30-11:45 a.m. and 1:30-3:45 p.m. ET. \nWhy attend? As an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to develop teachers’ and librarians’ expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the newsgathering process — demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from rumors\, hoaxes and other types of misinformation. \nMiami-Dade County Public School educators: please be sure to utilize your M-DCPS email address when registering in order to receive master plan points. \nWho can attend: NewsLitCamp is designed primarily for middle and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we welcome other educators and school administrators. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation and bias.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\nAbout Univision Communications Inc.\nUnivision is the leading media company serving Hispanic America. The company’s broadcast assets include Univision Network\, one of the top television networks in the U.S. regardless of language and the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast network in the country; Univision Local Media\, which owns and/or operates 65 television stations and 58 radio stations in major U.S. Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico; and Univision.com\, the most-visited Spanish-language website among U.S. Hispanics. The award-winning news division of Univision Communications Inc. is committed to informing the country’s fastest-growing segment across all media platforms. Hispanics count on the latest and most relevant content that impacts the community through Noticiero Univision\, the network’s evening\, late evening and weekend national newscast; the Sunday public affairs program Al Punto (To The Point); newsmagazine shows Aquí y Ahora (Here and Now) and Primer Impacto (First Impact); as well as morning news segments on Despierta América (Wake Up America). Univision News has strengthened its news team and expanded its operations by adding investigative\, documentary\, infographics and data journalism units. \n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is sponsored by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. \nPhoto: Aquí y Ahora correspondent Tifani Rogers with educators at our NewsLitCamp at Univision in Miami\, April 2019. Photo Credit: Miriam Romais / The News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/miami-educators-newslitcamp-with-univision-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201014T180000
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SUMMARY:edWeb Webinar: “Teaching Disinformation in 2020: CIA Tips for Students and Educators”
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual edWebinar on Oct. 14\, join subject matter expert Peter Adams of the News Literacy Project and former CIA officer and author Cindy Otis for a conversation about the difference between misinformation and disinformation. \nRegister here for this free presentation at edWeb. \nLearn how to tell if a bot or a troll is behind the online content you see and what to do about it. Plus\, dive into the information landscape surrounding the 2020 elections and political campaigns. Along with highlighting resources\, including the award-winning Checkology® virtual classroom\, participants will learn strategies for honing news literacy skills using timely\, real-world examples. Live attendees will have an opportunity to participate in a book giveaway of True or False by Cindy Otis. Come be a part of creating a “future founded on facts” for your students!
URL:https://newslit.org/event/edweb-webinar-teaching-disinformation-in-2020-cia-tips-for-students-and-educators/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T130000
DTSTAMP:20250829T132607Z
CREATED:20200915T161825Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: News Literacy for All
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Oct. 8 for a Lunch and Learn with Peter Adams\, NLP’s senior vice president of education.\nRegister now on Zoom to attend. \nPeter will explore recent trends in viral misinformation and how to spot them. He will introduce resources for debunking falsehoods and strategies for talking with friends and family members who share them online. \nMisinformation and a lack of news literacy in the United States have created a crisis — an existential threat to our democracy. \nThat is why the News Literacy Project is thrilled to be expanding our commitment to news literacy education beyond the classroom! This fall\, NLP unveiled free tools and resources that are accessible to all\, including a customized version of our signature e-learning platform\, Checkology®. All of these resources will help the public learn how to identify credible information\, seek out reliable sources\, understand both media bias as well as their own\, and apply critical thinking skills to differentiate fact-based content from falsehoods.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/lunch-and-learn-news-literacy-for-all/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T153000
DTSTAMP:20250829T132608Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Detroit educators: NewsLitCamp® with WXYZ-TV Channel 7 and the Detroit Free Press
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed indefinitely due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Please check back later for information on a new date.\n\nJoin the News Literacy Project\, WXYZ-TV Channel 7\, the Detroit Free Press and Detroit Public Schools Community District for a highly engaging\, educator-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with local journalists. \nRegistration details coming soon! \nNewsLitCamp is a day-long professional development experience based on an “edcamp” style of continuing education. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning and development time to empower you to teach news literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations with journalists and news literacy experts. \n \nDetails\nEducators will meet at WXYZ-TV Channel 7 on Saturday\, May 16\, for a full day of free workshops and interactions with experts from the News Literacy Project and journalists from WXYZ-TV Channel 7 and the Detroit Free Press. WXYZ-TV Channel 7 is located at 20777 West 10 Mile Road\, Southfield\, MI 48075. \nBreakfast and networking begin at 8 a.m.; NewsLitCamp starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided. \nWhy attend?\nAs an educator\, you directly influence how your students process what they read\, watch and hear. At the end of our NewsLitCamp\, you’ll leave with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex information landscape and beat back a rising tide of misinformation. Our goal is to develop teachers’ and librarians’ expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the news reporting process. These sessions aim to demystify and explain what distinguishes quality journalism. \nCheck out our NewsLitCamp video for a quick look at what the day can offer you and your students. \nWho can attend\nNewsLitCamps are designed primarily for middle school and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we welcome other educators and school administrators. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive news literacy e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation.\nBias.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation with additional promotional support offered by the Michigan State University School of Journalism. \nPhoto Caption: Educators at our NewsLitCamp in Columbia\, South Carolina\, January 2020. \nPhoto Credit: Andrea Lin/News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/detroit-educators-newslitcamp-with-wxyz-tv-channel-7-and-the-detroit-free-press/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200507T150000
DTSTAMP:20251005T014054Z
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SUMMARY:Introducing NLP’s May news literacy webinar series
DESCRIPTION:We recently asked educators what they most wanted us to feature in upcoming professional development webinars. Using that feedback\, the News Literacy Project is holding a series of four free webinars\, addressing essential news literacy topics\, every Thursday in May (May 7\, 14\, 21 and 28) at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT. \nWe are allotting 60 minutes for each session\, plus an optional 30 minutes to ensure we are able to address all questions during the Q&A period. Following each webinar\, we will share the recording as well as additional links and resources via email. \nWhat it means to be ‘news-literate’: The skills students need to know – May 7th\nWe’ll provide an overview of the news literacy skills that students must learn to be reliably informed\, such as recognizing the difference between news and opinion\, identifying misinformation\, evaluating evidence\, using fact-checking and digital verification tools\, and discerning various types and forms of bias. (Note: this is a repeat of the previous webinar on April 7th) \nHere’s the video recording of this session: \n \n\nExploring the misinformation landscape – May 14th\nLearn how to teach students to stop using the phrase “fake news” and to identify the many types of misleading\, inaccurate and false information that they encounter every day. We use examples of misinformation to engage students in news literacy and civic learning\, and we introduce digital verification skills and tools for debunking manipulated and false images. We also explain the standards of quality journalism\, such as fairness\, verification\, balance and context. \nHere’s the video recording of this session: \n \n\nTeaching digital verification to spark news literacy learning – May 21st\nDive deep into the tools and skills needed to verify the authenticity of information\, and learn to create engaging fact-checking investigations that inspire students to investigate viral content. Topics include using reverse image searches to determine authenticity; researching domain registration to discover a website’s owner; using archivers to explore deleted or changed content; developing keen observation skills to detect false context; and using Google Street View to confirm locations. Access to News Literacy Project resources and classroom-ready examples is included. \nHere’s the video recording of this session: \n \n\nUnderstanding bias: A nuanced approach to a vital news literacy topic – May 28th\nBias is one of the most controversial and important subjects in news literacy. People frequently perceive and allege bias in news coverage — but what does this really mean? What makes a piece of news biased\, and who decides? What role do our own biases play in our perceptions of bias? In this session\, we’ll help you teach this vital\, complex topic in ways that empower students to meaningfully evaluate the fairness and impartiality of news coverage. \nHere’s the video recording of this session:
URL:https://newslit.org/event/introducing-nlps-may-news-literacy-webinar-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200423T140000
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 in Context: News Coverage and News Literacy in Uncertain Times
DESCRIPTION:Join the News Literacy Project and the University of Rhode Island’s Metcalf Institute for a four-part webinar series\, COVID-19 in Context: News Coverage\, News Literacy & Scientific Uncertainty. The series will explore one of the most urgent science communication challenges of our lives through the insights of journalists\, news literacy education experts and scientists. \nBeginning April 23\, we will discuss the experiences of journalists who are covering this evolving pandemic and the challenges of cutting through misinformation — while providing you with the tips and tools to do so\, too. We’ll close the series with a discussion about the specific communication challenges posed by all the uncertainties around COVID-19 and how to look for reliable sources to help clarify the unknowns. \nYou can participate in one or more of the webinars and submit your questions to panelists in the latter part of each session. \nThe webinars are free; registration is required. We hope you will join us. \nWebinar 1: News Coverage in a Pandemic\nView webinar recording \nApril 23\, 1 p.m. EDTCOVID-19 represents an unusual challenge for the press. Journalists from small and large outlets and beat and general assignment reporters\, they all must cover a rapidly changing story that integrates science\, public health\, economics\, policy\, and politics. As newsrooms struggle with understaffing and a lack of experienced science reporters\, how are they managing this challenge? In this webinar\, speakers will share an overview of COVID-19 news coverage and describe their experiences reporting on this crisis. \nSpeakers: \n\nAmy Mitchell\, director\, journalism research\, Pew Research Center\nApoorva Mandavilli\, freelance science journalist contributing to the New York Times\nJill Jackson\, news director\, KUOW radio\nErica Hensley\, Investigative Reporter\, Mississippi Today\n\nWebinar 2: 10 Critical News Literacy Skills\nView webinar recording \nNews literacy presentation \nApril 28\, 1 p.m. EDTBeing able to tell fact from fiction is critical right now. The coronavirus pandemic has necessitated rapid dissemination of information from many sources\, including government officials\, the news media and social media. How can you be sure you are getting accurate information? This webinar will identify 10 critical news literacy skills to help you be a smart\, active consumer of news and other information. \nSpeaker: John Silva\, director of education\, News Literacy Project \nWebinar 3: Digital Forensics — How to Fact Check Like a Pro\nView webinar recording \nDigital forensics presentation \nApril 30\, 1 p.m. EDTBuilding on the 10 critical news literacy skills of the previous webinar\, this presentation will introduce participants to some of the tactics that purveyors of misinformation commonly employ\, then demonstrate how to use a variety of free online tools to debunk false content like a pro. Participants will learn how to use critical observation skills\, reverse image search engines\, lateral reading strategies\, web archivers and basic geolocation tools to determine the authenticity\, original context and source of viral content. \nSpeaker: Peter Adams\, senior vice president of education\, News Literacy Project \nWebinar 4: Countering Misinformation in a Crisis: Making Sense of Science during COVID-19\nView webinar recording \nSuzannah Gonzales’ presentation \nMay 5\, 1 p.m. EDTBecause COVID-19 is so new\, scientists and medical professionals are still working to answer many basic questions about its spread and treatment. Even as the research advances every day\, the scientific uncertainties and unclear communication make it easy to spread misinformation.  Information about COVID-19 is spreading so quickly that some have described this as an “infodemic.” Webinar speakers will discuss how to understand these uncertainties and actively counter misinformation. \nSpeakers: \n\nSuzannah Gonzales\, associate director of education\, News Literacy Project\nBrandon Ogbunu\, assistant professor\, Brown University\nLeysia Palen\, professor of computer science and professor and founding chair of the Department of Information Science\, University of Colorado\n\n\n      \nAbout the Metcalf Institute\nThe University of Rhode Island’s Metcalf Institute provides education\, training and resources for journalists\, researchers\, and other science communicators to engage diverse audiences in conversations about science and the environment. Metcalf Institute was established at the University of Rhode Island in 1997 with funding from three media foundations: the Belo Corporation\, the Providence Journal Charitable Foundation and the Philip L. Graham Fund\, with additional support from the Telaka Foundation.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/webinar-covid-19-in-context-news-coverage-news-literacy-scientific-uncertainty/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200417T160000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Chicago educators: NewsLitCamp® with Block Club Chicago\, The Better Government Association\, The Chicago Reporter and ProPublica Illinois
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed indefinitely due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Please check back later for information on a new date.\n\nJoin the News Literacy Project\, Block Club Chicago\, the Better Government Association\, The Chicago Reporter\,  ProPublica Illinois and Chicago Public Schools\, for a highly engaging\, teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with local journalists. \nRegister today at this link (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat: http://bit.ly/ChicagoNLC20. \nSpace is limited. Sign up today to reserve your seat! \nNewsLitCamp is a day-long professional development experience based on an “edcamp” style of continuing education. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning and development time to empower you to teach news literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations with journalists and news literacy experts. \n \nDetails\nEducators will meet at the Chicago Literacy Alliance on Friday\, Apr. 17\, for a full day of free workshops and interactions with experts from the News Literacy Project and journalists from Block Club Chicago\, The Chicago Reporter\, the Better Government Association (BGA) and ProPublica Illinois. \nBreakfast and networking begin at 8 a.m.; NewsLitCamp starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided. The Chicago Literacy Alliance is located at 641 W. Lake St. in Chicago. \nWhy attend?\nAs an educator\, you directly influence how your students process what they read\, watch and hear. At the end of our NewsLitCamp\, you’ll leave with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex information landscape and beat back a rising tide of misinformation. Our goal is to develop teachers’ and librarians’ expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the news reporting process. These sessions aim to demystify and explain what distinguishes quality journalism. \nCheck out our NewsLitCamp video for a quick look at what the day can offer you and your students. \nWho can attend\nNewsLitCamps are designed primarily for middle school and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we welcome other educators and school administrators. Chicago Public Schools educators can receive CPDUs if they register via the Learning Hub in addition to Eventbrite (code provided after registration); participants from other schools may apply for credit within their districts. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive news literacy e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation.\nBias.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\nAbout The Chicago Reporter\nFounded on the heels of the civil rights movement of the 1960s\, The Chicago Reporter confronts racial and economic inequality\, using the power of investigative journalism. Our mission is national but grounded in Chicago\, one of the most segregated cities in the nation and a bellwether for urban policies. \nAbout Block Club Chicago\nBlock Club is a nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable\, nonpartisan and essential coverage of Chicago’s diverse neighborhoods. Our reporters don’t parachute in once to cover a story; they are in the neighborhoods they cover every day\, building relationships and amplifying positive stories. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but also leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood. \nAbout the Better Government Association\nThe Better Government Association is a nonpartisan nonprofit news organization and civic advocate working for transparency\, efficiency and accountability in government in Chicago and across Illinois. \nAbout ProPublica Illinois\nProPublica Illinois is an independent nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism with moral force. Headquartered in Chicago\, we are the first regional publishing operation of ProPublica\, dedicated to stories about big issues that affect people living and working in the state of Illinois. ProPublica Illinois was founded in 2017 as a vehicle for leveraging ProPublica’s collaborative model at a regional level\, with the goal of making a meaningful difference across the state. With a team of 12 reporters\, editors and technologists\, we are pursuing stories that hold powerful institutions to account\, from politics to government to business. \nAbout the Chicago Literacy Alliance\nCLA is an association of more than 120 organizations (including NLP’s education team) that work across disciplines\, age groups\, education levels\, and neighborhoods across Chicago to create crucial literacy services and educational programs that improve lives. The alliance provides work and meeting space and offers professional development and programming tailor-made to increase capacity\, foster collaboration\, and ultimately\, expand the impact of these organizations. \n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is supported by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation. \nPhoto Caption: Educators at our NewsLitCamp at NPR in Washington\, D.C.\, August 2019. Photo Credit: Andrea Lin/The News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/chicago-educators-newslitcamp-with-block-club-chicago-the-better-government-association-the-chicago-reporter-and-propublica-illinois/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200407T140000
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SUMMARY:NLP webinar: What does it mean to be ‘news-literate’?
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nEducators and parents: If school closures mean that you’re teaching students through distance learning or homeschooling\, join NLP for a one-hour webinar on Tuesday\, April 7\, starting at 1 p.m ET / 10 a.m. PT. \nThe ability to sort fact from fiction — to identify reliable sources of information and recognize misinformation — has taken on new significance as we grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic and the torrent of misinformation that has arisen about it. News literacy skills empower students to successfully traverse today’s challenging and complex information landscape. \nRegister now (it’s free!): bit.ly/10skillswebinar \nThis webinar features 10 key news literacy skills that students need to know to become reliably informed\, such as identifying misinformation\, applying fact-checking and digital verification skills and tools\, recognizing the standards of quality journalism\, and building a healthy “news diet” from a variety of credible media sources. \nWhatever your experience in teaching news literacy\, you’ll be inspired by this webinar\, which provides clear learning objectives and resources for integrating these skills and tools into curricula across subject areas and grade levels. We will share relevant\, real-world examples and provide FREE Premium student licenses for NLP’s Checkology® virtual classroom — which is uniquely suited for remote learning — that are valid through June 30. (U.S. educators/parents only). \n\nPhoto caption: NLP’s John Silva\, NBCT\, with educators at our NewsLitCamp® at Richland Two Institute of Innovation in Columbia\, SC\, January 17\, 2020. (Andrea Lin / The News Literacy Project)
URL:https://newslit.org/event/nlp-webinar-what-does-it-mean-to-be-news-literate/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200211T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200211T153000
DTSTAMP:20250829T132609Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois educators: NewsLitCamp® with the Rockford Register Star
DESCRIPTION:Join the News Literacy Project\, the Rockford Register Star and Rockford Public Schools (RPS) on Tuesday\, Feb. 11\, for a highly engaging\, teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with local journalists. This program is one in a national series of NewsLitCamps led by the News Literacy Project in collaboration with a diverse group of news organizations around the country. \nRegister today at this link (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat: http://bit.ly/newslitcampRockford. \nSpace is limited. Sign up today to reserve your seat! \nNewsLitCamp is a day-long professional development experience based on an “edcamp” style of continuing education. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning time to empower you to teachnews literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations with journalists and news literacy experts. Check out our NewsLitCamp video for a quick look at what the day can offer you and your students. \n \nDetails\nEducators will meet at the Rockford Register Star\, 99 E. State St.\, on Tuesday\, Feb. 11\, for a full day of free workshops and interactions with their journalists and experts from the News Literacy Project. \nBreakfast and networking begin at 8 a.m.; NewsLitCamp starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided. \nWhy attend?\nAs an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to develop teachers’ and librarians’ expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the newsgathering process — demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from rumors\, hoaxes and other types of misinformation. \nRPS educators following the required registration protocol will receive 6 PDCs for successful completion; participants from other schools can apply for credit within their districts. \nWho can attend\nNewsLitCamps are designed primarily for middle school and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we welcome other educators and school administrators. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\nAbout the Rockford Register Star\nThe Rockford Register Star has been northern Illinois’ leading source of news and information for more than 160 years. Owned by Gannett\, it was created in 1979 by the merger of the Register Republic founded in 1855\, and the Morning Star\, founded in 1888. \n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is supported by the Robert R. McCormick Foundation. \nPhoto Caption: Educators at our NewsLitCamp at NPR in Washington\, August 2019. Photo Credit: Andrea Lin / The News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/rockford-educators-newslitcamp-with-the-rockford-register-star/
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DTSTART;TZID=EST:20200130T093000
DTEND;TZID=EST:20200130T163000
DTSTAMP:20250829T132609Z
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SUMMARY:Akron educators: NewsLitCamp® with the Akron Beacon Journal & Greater Akron Chamber
DESCRIPTION:Join the News Literacy Project\, the Akron Beacon Journal and the Six District Educational Compact on Thursday\, Jan. 30\, for a highly engaging\, teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with local journalists. \nRegister today at this link (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat: http://bit.ly/newslitcampAkron. \nSpace is limited. Sign up today to reserve your seat! \nNewsLitCamp is a day-long professional development experience based on an “edcamp” style of continuing education. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning time to empower you to teach news literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations with journalists and news literacy experts. \n \nDetails\nEducators will meet at the Greater Akron Chamber\, 388 S. Main St.\, on Thursday\, Jan. 30\, for a full day of free workshops and interactions with experts from the News Literacy Project and journalists from the Akron Beacon Journal (which is located in the same building). \nRegistration and networking will begin at 9:30 a.m.; NewsLitCamp starts promptly at 10 a.m. Lunch will be provided. \nWhy attend?\nAs an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to develop teachers’ and librarians’ expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the newsgathering process — demystifying what distinguishes quality journalism from rumors\, hoaxes and other types of misinformation. \nCheck out our NewsLitCamp video for a quick look at what the day can offer you and your students. \nParticipating educators will receive a certificate of completion and may apply for professional development credit within their districts. \nWho can attend\nNewsLitCamps are designed primarily for middle school and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we welcome other educators and school administrators. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\nAbout the Akron Beacon Journal\nA trusted news source since 1839\, the Akron Beacon Journal is the largest news-gathering operation in Summit County and is known for its in-depth local reporting. The newspaper and website (BeaconJournal.com) regularly attract accolades from professional journalism associations at the local\, regional\, state and national levels. The Beacon Journal has received four Pulitzer Prizes\, the highest honor in journalism. \n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation \nPhoto Caption: Senior editor of education Cory Turner and production assistant Clare Lombardo leading a session with educators at our NewsLitCamp at NPR in Washington\, August 2019. Photo Credit: Andrea Lin / The News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/akron-educators-newslitcamp-with-the-akron-beacon-journal-greater-akron-chamber/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200127T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200127T153000
DTSTAMP:20250829T132609Z
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SUMMARY:NYC Educators: NewsLitCamp® with Bloomberg News
DESCRIPTION:Join the News Literacy Project for a NewsLitCamp® in New York City!\nJoin the News Literacy Project\, the New York City Department of Education and Bloomberg News on Monday\, Jan. 27\, for a highly engaging\, teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with experienced journalists. This program is one in a national series of NewsLitCamps led by the News Literacy Project in collaboration with a diverse group of news organizations around the country. \nRegister today at this link (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat: http://bit.ly/NYCnewslitcamp. \nNewsLitCamp is a day-long professional development experience based on an “edcamp” style of continuing education. It features topical sessions (selected with input from participants) and educator-driven planning time to empower you to teach news literacy. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together for a day of conversations with journalists and news literacy experts. \n \nDetails\nEducators will meet at Bloomberg\, 731 Lexington Ave.\, on Monday\, Jan. 27\, for a full day of free workshops and interactions with experts from the News Literacy Project and journalists from Bloomberg News. \nBreakfast and networking begin at 8 a.m.; NewsLitCamp starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided. \nWhy attend?\nAs an educator\, you directly influence how your students process everything they read\, watch and hear. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex information landscape. Our goal is to develop teachers’ and librarians’ expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes view of the news-gathering process. These sessions aim to demystify and explain what distinguishes quality journalism. Check out our NewsLitCamp video for a quick look at what the day can offer you and your students. \nNYCDOE participants can receive up to seven hours of CTLE credit (you must sign up with your DOE email: schools.nyc.gov). Participants from other schools can apply for credit within their districts. \nWho can attend\nNewsLitCamps are designed primarily for middle school and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we welcome other educators and school administrators. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation.\nBias.\nThe standards of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\nAbout Bloomberg News\nBloomberg News\, a division of Bloomberg LP\, is an international news agency headquartered in New York. Its reporting is disseminated through the Bloomberg Terminal\, Bloomberg Television\, Bloomberg Radio\, Bloomberg Businessweek\, Bloomberg Markets\, Bloomberg.com and Bloomberg’s mobile platforms. Using the power of technology\, Bloomberg connects the world’s decision-makers to accurate information on the financial markets — and helps them make faster\, smarter decisions. \n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project in partnership with Bloomberg News. \nPhoto Caption: Reporter Tim Mak and deputy managing editor Terence Samuel leading a session with educators at our NewsLitCamp at NPR in Washington\, August 2019. Photo Credit: Andrea Lin / The News Literacy Project.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/nyc-educators-newslitcamp-with-bloomberg-news/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200117T153000
DTSTAMP:20250829T132610Z
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SUMMARY:Columbia educators: NewsLitCamp® with South Carolina Educational Television and Public Radio
DESCRIPTION:Join the News Literacy Project (NLP)\, South Carolina ETV and Public Radio\, and Richland School District Two for a highly engaging (and free!) one-day NewsLitCamp\, featuring breakout sessions with journalists. RSD2 educators can receive up to 7 renewal credits; other educators can apply for credit from their districts.  \nRegister today at this link (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat: http://bit.ly/ColumbiaNLC. Space is limited. \n \nDetails\nEducators will meet at the Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2I2)\, 763 Fashion Drive\, on Friday\, Jan. 17\, for a full day of free workshops and interactions with experts from the News Literacy Project and journalists from South Carolina ETV and Public Radio. \nBreakfast and networking begin at 8 a.m.; NewsLitCamp starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. Lunch will be provided. \nWhy attend?\nAs an educator\, you directly influence how your students process what they’re reading\, watching and hearing. You’ll leave NewsLitCamp with new ideas\, skills and resources to help your students navigate today’s complex and challenging information landscape. Our goal is to develop teachers’ and librarians’ expertise in news literacy education\, share specialized teaching resources and provide a behind-the-scenes look at the newsgathering process. These sessions (selected with input from participants) aim to demystify that process and explain what goes into the creation and production of quality standards-based journalism. Check out our NewsLitCamp video for a quick look at what the day can offer you and your students. \nRichland Two educators can receive up to 7 renewal credits for participation; educators from outside RSD2 can apply to their districts for credit. \nWho can attend\nNewsLitCamps are designed primarily for middle school and high school teachers and media specialists. Space permitting\, we welcome other educators and school administrators. \nBonus: You’ll learn about our Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. The topics it examines include: \n\nMisinformation.\nBias.\nThe practice of quality journalism.\nThe First Amendment.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\n\nAbout South Carolina ETV and Public Radio\nAs the state’s public educational broadcasting network\, South Carolina ETV and Public Radio uses television\, radio and the internet to enrich lives by educating children\, informing and connecting citizens\, celebrating our culture and environment\, and instilling the joy of learning. It provides national and local content to classrooms via internet services Knowitall.org\, LearningWhy and PBS Learning Media\, along withteacher training and recertification in face-to-face and online settings. SCETV and Public Radio began in 1958 with closed-circuit broadcasts to multiple schools of French and plane geometry classes at Dreher High School in Columbia. Today the network comprises 11 TV stations\, eight radio stations and a statewide tower network that serves schools\, hospitals and emergency management teams. \n\nThis NewsLitCamp is presented by the News Literacy Project and is supported by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation \nPhoto Caption: Welcoming remarks by K. Hirsch\, social studies supervisor\, Arlington Public Schools\, at our NewsLitCamp at NPR in Washington\, August 2018. Photo Credit: Andrea Lin / The News Literacy Project
URL:https://newslit.org/event/columbia-educators-newslitcamp-with-scetv/
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DTSTART;TZID=EST:20191015T170000
DTEND;TZID=EST:20191015T170000
DTSTAMP:20250929T165939Z
CREATED:20190830T190715Z
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SUMMARY:Educators: Sign up for our online professional development series
DESCRIPTION:Is one of your goals as a teacher to help your students make sense of the torrent of news and other information streaming through their online worlds?\nWould you like to empower your students by providing them with the news literacy skills they need to become active and engaged participants in civic life? \nOur new professional development sessions are for you! \n“Teaching News Literacy” is an affordable series of five online workshops that meet these needs. It’s offered by the News Literacy Project\, the nation’s leading provider of news literacy training and resources for middle school and high school educators. \nLed by Peter Adams\, NLP’s senior vice president of education\, John Silva\, a National Board Certified Teacher and director of education and Suzannah Gonzales\, a former journalist and associate director of education\, these workshops will give you everything you need to begin introducing news literacy into your classroom\, including dozens of ideas\, examples and tools to jump-start your news literacy instruction. \nYou can register for one\, some or all of the sessions here ($10 per session/$40 for all five). \nSession Descriptions\nSession 1 – Introducing news literacy education: This session uses timely events and examples to make the case for news literacy as a vital 21st-century life skill; it also provides an overview of the field’s major concepts\, skills and tools. You’ll learn how today’s information landscape is evolving in ways that create both challenges and opportunities for students\, and how to use these shifts in the landscape to teach news literacy i n your classroom. We’ll cover the changing nature of advertising\, the impact of algorithms\, the roles of bots and other forms of computational propaganda\, and more. Tuesday\, Sept. 24 (5 to 6 p.m. ET) \nSession 2 – Exploring the misinformation landscape: Dive into the world of viral rumors\, disinformation\, hoaxes and fakes — and learn how to help students push beyond the term “fake news” to identify the many types of misleading\, inaccurate and false information that they encounter every day. Find out how to prepare your students for emerging misinformation technologies such as d eepfake videos and other AI-generated content. We’ll also show you how to use examples of misinformation to engage students in news literacy and civic learning\, spark meaningful discussions about current events and issues\, and develop an internal system of red flags that students can use to join the fight against the spread of misinformation. Tuesday\, Oct. 1 (5 to 6 p.m. ET) \nSession 3 – Teaching digital verification to spark news literacy learning:Teach students the tools and skills that professional fact-checkers use to verify the authenticity of information\, and learn to create engaging challenges that inspire students to investigate viral content (including political misinformation). Learn how to teach students to do reverse image searches; research domain registration to discover a website’s owner; use web archivers to explore deleted or changed content; develop keen observation skills to detect false images and video; and use Google Street View to geolocate subjects of visual misinformation. Access to NLP resources and classroom-ready examples is included. Tuesday\, Oct. 8 (5 to 6 p.m. ET) \nSession 4 – Evaluating the quality of standards-based journalism: This session introduces and explores the standards and ideals of quality journalism. Learn why it is important for students to have an understanding of journalistic concepts and processes such as verification\, fairness\, sourcing and accountability. Gain insight on how developing this understanding empowers students to identify credible news reporting; respond to coverage that is lacking; and become better informed and less vulnerable to misinformation and disinformation. Tuesday\, Oct. 15 (5 to 6 p.m. ET) \nSession 5 – Using news literacy to drive civic engagement: Consuming\, engaging with\, sharing and creating information are the most fundamental and common civic actions that anyone can take. This session examines the connection between news literacy and civics and explores how news literacy learning can ignite civic engagement and improve civic literacy and reasoning. Educators leave with tips\, ideas and strategies for using news literacy to supercharge a “consume/engage/create” cycle around timely issues. Tuesday\, Oct. 22 (5 to 6 p.m. ET)
URL:https://newslit.org/event/educators-sign-up-for-our-online-professional-development-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190419T153000
DTSTAMP:20250829T132610Z
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SUMMARY:Miami educators: NewsLitCamp® with Univision
DESCRIPTION:Join the News Literacy Project (NLP)\, Univision News and Miami-Dade County Public Schools for a highly engaging\, teacher-centered NewsLitCamp featuring breakout sessions with Univision News journalists. \nRegister today at this link (it’s FREE!) to reserve your seat: http://bit.ly/registermiamiNLC. Space is limited. \n \nDetails\nEducators will meet at Univision for a full day of free workshops and conversations with NLP staff and Univision News reporters and editors. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nAbout NewsLitCamp\nNewsLitCamp is a day-long professional development workshop primarily for middle school and high school educators. Using an “edcamp”-style of continuing education\, it features topical sessions (developed with input from attending teachers) in the morning and open-ended\, educator-driven planning and development time in the afternoon. This format gives education professionals an opportunity to come together in the engaging\, fast-paced environment of a news organization for a day of news literacy training and conversations with journalists and NLP‘s in-house experts. \nWhy attend?\nNLP created NewsLitCamps to help educators improve their own news literacy skills\, introduce them to resources for teaching news literacy and get their ideas and input for new resources. Participants will leave with new ideas\, skills and resources to help their students navigate today’s complex information landscape and beat back a rising tide of misinformation. We also want to encourage a greater understanding between journalists and educators that enhances the appreciation of the vital civic role each has in our democracy. \nWho can attend\nNewsLitCamps are designed primarily for middle school and high school teachers and librarians. Space permitting\, we welcome other educators and school administrators. Miami-Dade County Public School educators will receive continuing education credits for their participation (see the course titled “News Literacy” in “My Learning Plan” on the M-DCPS portal). \nBonus: Attendees will learn about NLP’s Checkology® virtual classroom\, a cutting-edge comprehensive e-learning platform that complements educators’ lesson plans. \nIts 13 lessons examine a variety of topics related to news literacy\, including: \n\nThe standards of quality journalism and their use in determining the credibility of information.\nDigital forensics and the varied types of misinformation.\nWatchdog journalism and its contributions to democracy.\nPress freedoms around the world.\nThe evaluation of bias in news and other information.\nThe importance of using accurate and truthful evidence when making arguments.\n\nAbout Univision Communications Inc.\nUnivision is the leading media company serving Hispanic America. The company’s broadcast assets include Univision Network\, one of the top television networks in the U.S. regardless of language and the most-watched Spanish-language broadcast network in the country; Univision Local Media\, which owns and/or operates 64 television stations and 58 radio stations in major U.S. Hispanic markets and Puerto Rico; and Univision.com\, the most-visited Spanish-language website among U.S. Hispanics. The award-winning news division of Univision Communications Inc. is committed to informing the country’s fastest-growing segment across all media platforms. Hispanics count on the latest and most relevant content that impacts the community through Noticiero Univision\, the network’s evening\, late evening and weekend national newscast; the Sunday public affairs program Al Punto (To The Point); newsmagazine shows Aquí y Ahora (Here and Now) and Primer Impacto (First Impact); as well as morning news segments on Despierta América (Wake Up America). Univision News has strengthened its news team and expanded its operations by adding investigative\, documentary\, infographics and data journalism units.
URL:https://newslit.org/event/miami-educators-newslitcamp-with-univision/
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