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The Rule of Law and Justice · Summer Term

The Power of the Media: News and Information

Analyze how news is gathered, reported, and consumed, and its impact on public understanding.

Key Questions

  1. Differentiate between factual reporting, opinion, and propaganda.
  2. Analyze how media framing can influence public perception of an event.
  3. Evaluate the importance of diverse news sources for a well-informed citizenry.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Junior Cycle - DemocracyNCCA: Junior Cycle - Rights and Responsibilities
Class/Year: 2nd Year
Subject: Active Citizenship and the Democratic State
Unit: The Rule of Law and Justice
Period: Summer Term

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