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Unit 1: Introduction to the Media

By Lauren Smith

This bundle of lesson materials contains the first unit to my Media Literacy curriculum. It contains five days of lessons meant to introduce students to the ideas of Media Literacy, including the messages, values, biases, and tricks. Students will

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Reading Strategies

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Group Participation Rubric

By Lauren Smith

This rubric can be used to hold students accountable during group work. It is in .docx form and can be adapted for your needs. The rubric is simple and written in student-friendly language. It asks the students to grade themselves first, and then

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Life Skills, For All Subject Areas, Oral Communication

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Media Literacy Day 8 - Representations of African Americans in the Media

By Lauren Smith

This lesson focuses on racist stereotypes of African Americans in the news. Students analyze headlines depicting White suspects such as Aurora shooter James Holmes and contrast them with Black victims such as Trayvon Martin. Students analyze the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Close Reading

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Media Literacy Day 4 - Media Bias

By Lauren Smith

This lesson is the final day in the exploration of the 5 Concepts of Media Literacy. Today explores media for profit (product placement) and media to persuade (media bias). This is a trickier lesson, so if you are working with younger students, you

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Media Literacy Day 7 - Representations of Native Americans in the Media

By Lauren Smith

This lesson focuses on racist stereotypes of Native Americans in movies, music, and the sports world. Students close-read the lyrics to "What Makes the Red Man Red?" from Peter Pan, discuss the more subtle stereotypes in Pocahontas, and then analyze

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English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Close Reading

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Media Literacy Filler Lesson: Why is news "sensational?"

By Lauren Smith

This is an optional lesson that can be used at any point in my Media Literacy curriculum or even on its own. Students will work in groups, pretending to be a team working for the NBC Nightly News. Their task is decide which stories they should

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English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Reading Strategies

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Media Literacy Day 3 - We Interpret Media Differently

By Lauren Smith

Students continue their exploration of the five concepts of Media Literacy: (1) Everyone Interprets Differently, and (2) All Forms of Media are Different. First, students look at various advertisements and give their reactions and consider why

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Reading Strategies

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Media Literacy Day 1 - Introduction Lesson

By Lauren Smith

What is media literacy? This lesson includes a PowerPoint with lesson plan directions included in the notes section. Classwork and handout for group activity is also included. Lesson introduces students to the concept of media literacy, gives them

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English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Reading Strategies

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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Media Literacy BUNDLE: Day 8 + extension: Representations of African Americans

By Lauren Smith

Save money by buying this bundle of the Day 8 lesson with the extension project included! Day 8's lesson focuses on racist stereotypes of African Americans in the news. Students analyze headlines depicting White suspects such as Aurora shooter

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English Language Arts, Writing, Close Reading

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Media Literacy Day 6 - Introduction to Race and Stereotypes

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This lesson is the introduction to race in the media. By the end of this lesson, students will be able to define and differentiate between race and ethnicity, and they will be able to define and give common examples of stereotypes. My lessons

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English Language Arts, Vocabulary, Other (ELA)

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Media Literacy Day 2 - What Tricks do the Media Use?

By Lauren Smith

This lesson introduces students to how the media constructs messages using camera angles, sound effects, music, lighting, etc. Students contrast different images and videos and discuss the messages they gain from each. Students also talk about the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Reading Strategies

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Media Literacy Day 8 EXTENSION PROJECT - Rewriting a News Story

By Lauren Smith

This optional extension project is specifically designed to be done AFTER the Media Literacy Day 8 lesson (Representations of African Americans in the Media). After learning about racist stereotypes of African Americans in the news (Day 8),

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Media Literacy Day 5 - Reading Advertisements

By Lauren Smith

This lesson is an extension of the introductory unit for "What is Media Literacy?" Students apply everything they have learned in the previous lessons about the 5 Concepts of Media Literacy to analyze and "read" advertisements. Analysis centers

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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PowerPoint Presentations, Lesson

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(Handbook) Discussing Race in the Classroom: Tips for Teachers

By Lauren Smith

Anxious about discussing race and racism with your students? This short handbook includes tips for what to do and expect before and during your lesson to have the smoothest class and create a safe environment for your students. This handbook

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Classroom Management, Professional Development, Character Education

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Teacher Manuals, For Principals & Administrators, Professional Development

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Media Literacy Syllabus

By Lauren Smith

This syllabus includes contact information for the teacher, a description of the class's purpose, and an overview of the units that will be explored in the class. It also includes grading criteria, required materials, and a space for additional

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English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Critical Thinking

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

HIGH SCHOOL: * 1 summer teaching high school ELA college-prep to immigrant youth MIDDLE SCHOOL: * 1 year full-time tutoring in math and ELA * 1 year teaching creative writing to 6th graders as an enrichment course * 2 years teaching 6th grade writing/grammar * 1 year teaching critical media literacy to mixed 6th/7th grade classes as an enrichment course

MY TEACHING STYLE

I believe in: * Bilingual education * Asking fewer questions and giving more time for thoughtful answers, as opposed to many questions with one-word answers * Increasing student talk time * Using PPTs with visuals and clear formatting * Giving students many opportunities to write ideas in low-risk environments, such as "Stop & Jot" moments in the middle of class * Teaching the function of language and not just the rules * Challenging Neoliberal thinking and empowering students to do the same * Incorporating social justice issues * Setting clear expectations for students to increase value gained from activities and class time * Preparing students for life and citizenship, not just standardized tests

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MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

* BA in English with 7-12 certification in ELA from South Dakota State University * Currently pursuing MA for Curriculum Design in Bilingual Education from NYU Gallatin

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