Lesson Plan | Technical Methodology | Textual Genre: News

Objectives

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students understand the purpose and structure of a news article, essential skills for producing and reading informative texts. Developing these practical skills connects students with the job market, especially in areas of communication, journalism, and digital media, preparing them to understand and participate in informed debates in society.

Main Objectives

1. Understand that a news article aims to inform the reader about a recent event or fact of social relevance.

2. Know the textual structure of a news article.

Side Objectives

1. Develop critical reading and interpretation skills for informative texts.
2. Stimulate curiosity and interest in journalism and communication.

Introduction

Duration: 10 - 15 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students understand the purpose and structure of a news article, essential skills for producing and reading informative texts. Developing these practical skills connects students with the job market, especially in areas of communication, journalism, and digital media, preparing them to understand and participate in informed debates in society.

Contextualization

News is an essential part of our daily lives. They inform us about recent events and social relevance happening in the world around us. Whether through newspapers, television, radio, or the internet, news helps us understand what is happening and form opinions on various topics. Understanding how a news article is structured is fundamental to correctly interpreting the information presented.

Curiosities and Market Connection

Did you know that the world's first printed newspaper was published in 1605 in Germany? Moreover, journalism is not limited to printed news; journalists also work on digital platforms, television, and radio. In the job market, skills such as clear and objective writing, investigative ability, and critical thinking are highly valued in fields like communication, marketing, and public relations.

Initial Activity

Start the class with a provocative question: 'Have you ever wondered how news is made and who decides what is news?' Then, show a short video (2-3 minutes) depicting the behind-the-scenes of a newsroom, highlighting the production process of a news article from the pitch to publication.

Development

Duration: 50 - 60 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students practically apply the concepts learned about the structure and characteristics of a news article. Through the creation and analysis of news, students develop writing, critical reading, and teamwork skills, essential for both the school environment and the job market.

Covered Topics

1. Purpose of a news article
2. Textual structure of a news article (title, lead, body)
3. Characteristics of journalistic language
4. Importance of impartiality and truthfulness in news

Reflections on the Theme

Guide students to reflect on the importance of news in daily life. Ask: 'What would our daily life be like without news? How do they influence our view of the world?' Encourage them to think about the role of a journalist and the responsibility to inform society correctly.

Mini Challenge

Creating Your Own News

Students will be divided into groups and must create a news article based on a fictional or real fact. Each group will receive a theme and must follow the textual structure of a news article.

Instructions

1. Divide the class into groups of 4 to 5 students.
2. Distribute various topics to each group (e.g., school event, scientific discovery, climate change).
3. Each group must define the title, write a clear and objective lead, and develop the body of the text with important details.
4. Encourage students to use clear and objective journalistic language.
5. After writing, each group should present their news to the class, simulating a news broadcast.

Objective: Develop journalistic writing skills, understanding of the structure of a news article, and teamwork.

Duration: 30 - 40 minutes

Evaluation Exercises

1. Ask students to read a news article from a reliable newspaper or website and identify the main parts (title, lead, body).
2. Propose that students analyze the read news article and discuss in groups whether the news is impartial and presents truthfulness in the facts.
3. Request that students rewrite the lead of a given news article, maintaining objectivity and clarity.

Conclusion

Duration: 15 - 20 minutes

The purpose of this stage is to ensure that students consolidate the knowledge acquired, understanding the relevance of news and its textual structure. Through recap and reflection, students can internalize the concepts and recognize the importance of the skills developed, both for the school environment and for future opportunities in the job market.

Discussion

Promote an open discussion with students about the process of creating the news articles they developed. Ask how the experience of working in groups to create a news article was and what challenges they faced. Encourage students to reflect on the importance of impartiality and truthfulness in news, discussing how this impacts the public's trust in the information released.

Summary

Recap the main contents presented during the class, such as the purpose of news articles, the structure of a news article (title, lead, body), the characteristics of journalistic language, and the importance of impartiality and truthfulness. Reinforce how each practical activity helped consolidate these concepts.

Closing

Explain that the class connected theory and practice by allowing students to create their own news articles, using the structures and techniques learned. Highlight the importance of news in everyday life, its influence on opinion formation, and the relevance of the skills developed for the job market, especially in areas like journalism, communication, and marketing. End the class by thanking the active participation of students and encouraging them to continue practicing critical reading of news articles.