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E.S.C.A.P.E. Junk News Lesson PlanE.S.C.A.P.E. Junk News Lesson Plan
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Newseum
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6th - 12th
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21 Century Skills
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E.S.C.A.P.E. Junk News

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Fair, balanced, and reputable information? There's an acronym for that! Scholars learn the E.S.C.A.P.E. method for evaluating news sources. Then, pupils work in small groups to read and analyze a news story and discuss the activity to ensure comprehension. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

evaluating sources, information literacy, media analysis, acronyms, news articles

Additional Tags

college and career readiness

Instructional Ideas

  • For homework, ask individuals to find examples of junk news and bring them in to share with peers

Classroom Considerations

  • Print and make copies of the included resources in advance
  • Select a news story for students to evaluate

Pros

  • Attached worksheet reinforces critical thinking skills
  • Included Junk News Poster has colorful graphics and helpful information

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RI.6.1 RI.6.8 RI.7.1 RI.7.8 RI.8.1 RI.8.8 RI.9-10.1 RI.9-10.8 RI.11-12.1 RI.11-12.8 SL.6.1.a SL.6.2 SL.6.3 SL.7.1.a SL.7.2 SL.7.3 SL.8.1.a SL.8.2 SL.8.3 SL.9-10.1.a SL.9-10.2 SL.9-10.3 SL.11-12.1.a SL.11-12.2 SL.11-12.3

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