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Newswriting for Radio: News Judgment: Be Enterprising

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This is a fabulous site for all of those wanting to pursue a career in broadcast journalism. You can find tons of tips on how to be a better journalist and how to find a great story.
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National Women's Hall of Fame

National Women's Hall of Fame: Ida Tarbell

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this portrait of Ida Tarbell, a Progressive Era journalist known for her innovative methods of investigative journalism.
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Special Collections Department: Mc Clure Publishing Company Archives

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the University of Delaware provides the archives from McClure's magazine and explains how the magazine provided an outlet for muckraking journalists.
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Duke University

Duke University: Ida B. Wells Barnett(1862 1931) and Her Passion for Justice

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this brief biography of Ida B. Wells, who used her pen and the force of her personality to fight against lynching and other injustices against African Americans.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ap Us History: 1890 1945: The Age of Empire: Muckrakers

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the muckraking journalists and novelists who were at the forefront of movements pushing for stronger protections for workers and consumers. Their work led to the passage of several important pieces of legislation. Includes...