What is News?

 Wednesday 2nd March 2022

To explore the concept and format of news

What is the purpose of News?

- To educate and inform readers

- Information about the world 

- Weather 

- Awareness 

- Entertainment 

- To make a profit 

Different types of news 

- War

- Corona Virus 

- Climate Change 

- World

- Politics 

- Health 

- Business 

- Science 

- Family & Education 

- Entertainment & Arts

- Local 

- Celebrity 

- Tech 

- Human interest 

This would be under 'health' news



This would be under 'sport' news



This would be under 'world' news


To explore the validity to news stories and their origins

Fake News: False information used to shape your views, opinions or ideas. 

Examples of fake news:

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People write fake news to spread lies and make money. 


Wednesday 9th March 2022

To understand what news is and where to find it

What are the key ingredients to good news story?

A lot of information

Something that surprises the audience 

Accuracy 

Based on facts 

Straight to the point 

1. a 

2. b 

3. a 

4. b 

5. b

6. b 

7. c 

Finding possible stories 


Wednesday 16th March 2022

To research and write possible stories for BBC school report 

 


Wednesday 23rd March 2022

To explore how to structure a story


Welcome to Bodmin Live 

Last night at 11:15 a fire started at historic, newly refurbished Bodmin Jail. The fire was finally extinguished at 6:15 this morning taking 7 hours to put out the blaze. 6 people were rescued and 2 taken to hospital, 1 with serious burns. 3 fire engines from Bodmin Fire station attended. Police are currently investigating where the fire started believing it was the kitchen. Pc Smith quoted "The damage to the historic building is extensive. The clear up is likely to take weeks and cost rebuilding will run into millions." 


Wednesday 30th March 2022

To write an effective news report; to practise interview questions 

Welcome, your watching Cornwall Live.

Tonight Bodmin Cannabis raid resulted in seizure of 1000 plants. At 9:57pm on January 18th officers have hailed the result as 'fantastic' Cannabis growth. Police conducted a drugs warrant at discussed business premises on Fore Street in Bodmin. As a result of this, approximately 1000 cannabis plants were located and three males were arrested. 




















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