News Analysis

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a structured guide for students to develop a pitch for a news analysis story. It prompts the student to detail the subject, headline, source, and author of the original news piece being analyzed. The form also requires students to consider and document the facts presented in the original article, any additional angles or perspectives they plan to include, the consequences of the news, their interpretation of the events, the data their interpretation is based on, and their own credibility to offer this analysis.

The worksheet is aimed at teaching students how to critically engage with news media by analyzing and interpreting reported events. It encourages them to think beyond the surface details of news reports by considering the broader context, potential consequences, and varied perspectives. Students learn to ground their analysis in facts and data, fostering a responsible approach to forming opinions. Additionally, the worksheet emphasizes the importance of self-reflection on one’s authority and credibility in offering an analytical perspective on news stories.