Exploring Journalism in Action Tool

Christy and Tanner from Common Sense Education introduce 'Journalism in Action', a free educational tool for grades 8-12, developed by PBS and the Library of Congress. The site offers civics learning through primary research and journalism history, featuring 10 investigations. It includes tools for textual analysis and creative activities, though lacks a privacy policy. The video concludes with a call to explore more resources from Common Sense Education.

What is the main purpose of the 'Journalism in Action' tool?

• To teach students about modern journalism techniques

• To enhance civics learning through historical journalism

• To offer a database of current news articles

• To provide a platform for publishing student articles

Which grades is the 'Journalism in Action' tool most suitable for?

• Grades 6-8

• Grades 8-12

• Grades 10-12

• Grades 6-10

How many investigations does the 'Journalism in Action' tool include?

• 5

• 12

• 8

• 10

What unique feature does the tool offer for analyzing primary sources?

• A translation tool

• A magnifying glass tool

• A video playback option

• A voice narration feature

What is a notable concern mentioned about the 'Journalism in Action' tool?

• It is only available in English

• It has too many advertisements

• It lacks a privacy policy

• It requires a paid subscription

What type of activities are included at the end of each investigation?

• Group discussion prompts

• Essay writing tasks

• Creative media creation activities

• Multiple-choice quizzes

What is one of the creative options available for students in the tool?

• Creating a podcast

• Designing a newspaper masthead

• Writing a blog post

• Filming a documentary

Why might the creative activities become repetitive according to the reviewer?

• They are too complex for students

• They are the same for every investigation

• They require special software

• They are not related to journalism

What is a suggested way to enhance the creative activities?

• Use different software tools

• Incorporate more historical data

• Focus on modern journalism

• Design your own activities

What is a benefit of the creative options in the tool?

• They improve students' math skills

• They allow students to express their learning creatively

• They focus on current events

• They provide a platform for publishing work