To understand how different news sources cover international events. Materials 24 sheets of poster paper and markers, masking tape Recommended Procedures Divide the students into six groups. Give each group four sheets of poster paper and a marker. Tell them that they are going to do some brainstorming in their group, and that the purpose of brainstorming is to elicit as many responses as possible in a short period of time. Remind them that they should not criticize other students or their comments.
Creativity is encouraged.
There will be plenty of time in this unit to reconsider and review their answers. Teachers should not be afraid of silence. Have them write their responses on one sheet of poster paper, taking care not to criticize any responses. Students should understand that newspapers play many important different functions, including entertaining, advertising, and informing readers of local, national and international news, etc. Focus on the news function.