Managing the Media
Lesson Plan
How much influence does the media have on the public’s perception of current issues? In this mini-lesson, students explore where news and information come from…
Overview
How much influence does the media have on the public’s perception of current issues? In this mini-lesson, students explore where news and information come from and how the media can shape people’s public policy views. Students also compare news coverage among conservative, liberal, and neutral media outlets.
Grade Levels
- 9-12
Learning Objectives
- Define what the media is and provide examples
- Explain how the media can influence public opinion and, through it, public policy
- Define bias and provide an example
- Identify ways citizens can analyze media sources, including identifying bias
- Practice analyzing and comparing media coverage of top issues