Persuasion and Bias in News Media
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Persuasion and Bias in News Media

Students critically examine news articles and broadcasts to identify persuasive techniques and inherent biases. They will evaluate the reliability and objectivity of various media sources.

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About This Topic

Students critically examine news articles and broadcasts to identify persuasive techniques and inherent biases. They will evaluate the reliability and objectivity of various media sources.

Key Questions

  1. How do media outlets use language to persuade?
  2. What are the indicators of bias in a news report?
  3. How can we determine the reliability of a source?

Planning templates for English as an Additional Language or Dialect

Lesson Plan

ELA

An English Language Arts template structured around reading, writing, speaking, and language skills, with sections for text selection, close reading, discussion, and written response.

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