Overview This lesson plan is designed for advanced high school or undergraduate students studying political science, linguistics, or media studies.
Tag: Media literacy
Title: The Power of Words: Lessons in Debate, Justice, and Civic Courage from The Great Debaters
Overview: The Great Debaters is more than a film about a debate team—it’s a narrative of resilience, intellect, and the
Lesson Plan: Media Portrayal and Satire in “Don’t Look Up”
Objective: Students will analyze the film Don’t Look Up as a satirical critique of political and media responses to crises,
Lesson Plan: Analyzing Political Misinformation About Canada and Its Implications
Grade Level: High School; Undergraduate or Graduate Students in Political Science, Media Studies, or Communication Objective: Students will critically analyze instances
Lesson Plan: The Danger of Losing the Free Press – Elon Musk’s Unelected Power and Its Global Consequences
Grade Level: High School / College Subject: Social Studies, Civics, Media Literacy Introduction: Why This Lesson Matters Now The attack
Lesson Plan: The Free Press and Recent Developments
Objective Students will examine the history of press freedom in the United States, assess its current state, compare it with
Lesson Plan: The Post (2017) – Press Freedom and Ethical Journalism in the Digital Age
Grade Level: High School (Grades 11-12) / College LevelSubject: History, Civics, Media Studies, English Language Arts Objective: Students will analyze
Lesson plan; NewsGuard and Analyzing the Impact of Misinformation Spread by Influential Figures
Objective: Students will analyze the impact of misinformation shared by influential figures and evaluate the role of credible sources like
Lesson Plan: Analyzing Super Bowl 2025 Commercials
Grade Level: High School (Grades 10-12)Subject: Media Literacy, Marketing, and English Language Arts Super Bowl commercials have evolved into a
Lesson Plan: 1984 by George Orwell
Introduction George Orwell’s 1984 explores themes of totalitarianism, surveillance, and truth manipulation. This lesson plan will help students critically analyze
Lesson Plan: Analyzing the Implications of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Nomination as U.S. Health Secretary
Objective: Educators will explore the multifaceted implications of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s nomination for Secretary of Health and Human Services
Lesson plan; “The Price of Change: Analyzing Political Rhetoric and Economic Promises”
Lesson Plan Overview This lesson explores the complexities of political rhetoric, economic policies, and public reactions, using former President Donald
Lesson Plan: Analyzing Current Events with “5 Things” News Digests
This lesson plan aims to enhance students’ understanding of current events, develop critical thinking skills, and improve media literacy through
Lesson Plan: Reflecting on January 6th – Understanding Democracy and Civic Responsibility
Grade Level: High School Objective Students will: Analyze the events of January 6, 2021, in historical and civic contexts. Explore
Lesson Plan: Exploring Christmas Movies Through Trivia and Analysis
Objective: Students will enhance their understanding of popular Christmas movies by engaging in trivia, analyzing film elements, and discussing the
