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Little Owl Press Report/Newspaper and Newscast Project

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Discover journalistic techniques by having learners prepare and write their own class newspaper. They discuss the five W's of investigative journalism and conduct interviews with school figures. They utilize video technology, podcast software, and audio recordings to create a more updated version of a news broadcast.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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audio recording, news broadcast, journalism, speaking skills

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broadcasting, journalism lesson, newscast, audio recording, speaking, english language arts
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Grade
3rd - 8th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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Resource Type
Activities & Projects
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
21 days
Instructional Strategies
Inquiry-Based Learning
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Technology
Audio
Video
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Common Core

SL.3.5

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