Investigative Journalism Week Project

Katherine·

Journalism

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Grade Level9th Grade

SubjectJournalism

Original Prompt

create a week-long project for a journalism lesson

This resource provides a comprehensive roadmap for students to create an investigative news article centered on a real community issue. It outlines the project goal and success criteria, emphasizing the importance of selecting a relevant topic, conducting thorough research, and interviewing professionals. The five-day plan details tasks ranging from topic selection and planning to drafting and final submission. Additional elements include guidance on evaluating sources for credibility, preparing for interviews, and structuring the article using the inverted pyramid format. It offers practical exercises such as transforming scenarios into leads, organizing evidence, and ensuring ethical and accurate journalism practices. Finally, it includes guidelines for presenting findings effectively and engaging an audience.