Journalism and the Role of the Press
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Memes, the New Political Cartoon, Are Transforming Social Commentary
Political memes are being deployed to share opinions, similar to how editorial cartoons were used in the past – but with one important difference.
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Lesson Plan: Lessons From Columbine About School Shootings and Media Misinformation
Students will assess how a dominant narrative is created and eventually accepted as fact; the role the news media plays in shaping public perception of events; and how these perceptions can drive or hinder policy changes.
