Today we'll review the Industrial Revolution and then take some time to consider how the current Internet Age is re-shaping modern life, and modern news in particular.
Today we'll review the Industrial Revolution and then take some time to consider how the current Internet Age is re-shaping modern life, and modern news in particular.
Today we'll review the Industrial Revolution and then take some time to consider how the current Internet Age is re-shaping modern life, and modern news in particular.
Today we will leap forward from the Industrial Revolution to the current Internet Revolution. We will look at differing opinions regarding the way the internet has impacted journalism, and well begin to look at the impacts that will have on our democracy.
How well get there
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Do Now: Group Kahoot!
Announcements/Discussion Brainstorm: News Sources Video: Jeff Jarvis MacArthur Reading
Why this matters
The Internet Revolution will likely go down as an even bigger shift than the Industrial Revolution. It has changed almost everything about our lives in less than a generations time. It has also impacted the amount and quality of journalism. In order to be an informed citizen and an informed voter, its critical that you understand how to navigate the new information environment.
By the end of this class, youll...
Explain two ways the internet has changed journalism
List and evaluate the various places where you get your news
What youll turn in
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Extra Duty If you were late or assigned the Extra Duty assignment, do a worksheet from the green folder.