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=Matthew Lum=  Matthew.Lum@rcsdk12.org

Application Project Plan (APP)
Students will examine the ethical framework surrounding the coverage and reporting of news. Students will examine their personal ethical choices as well as those of nationally respected media organizations.

Curriculum Goals:

 * Understand and appreciate the fundamentals of journalism and news writing
 * Practice the philosophy of ethical journalism
 * Learn and produce various types of news writing and present the finished product in a concise and professional manner
 * Immerse oneself in the application of good interviewing techniques
 * Meet deadlines on time in order to ensure productivity

Proposed Activities:
Students will evaluate national coverage of specific news events using Newseum.org.

Assessment/Evaluation:
Students will evaluate coverage and identify trends. Students will be able to identify the rationale behind the coverage.

Resources/Support:
Things to help you in the development of your APP including any technology support you may require:
 * Newseum.org
 * Look Sharp

Difficulties/Obstacles:
Access to technology.

Planning Steps:

 * 1) Examine the Society of Professional Journalist's Code of Ethics
 * 2) Examine