Day one of journalism class sets the tone for everything that follows. What is journalism? Why are ethics so important?
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Why is news writing different from essay writing? This 50-slide presentation gives you a structured, discussion-ready introduction to what journalism is, why it matters, and what ethical reporters actually do — before students ever write a word. What's Included:
50-slide PowerPoint (.pptx) — fully editable to fit your course The purpose of journalism — what it does for a democratic society Core ethical principles — fairness, accuracy, independence, and accountability Avoiding bias — how professional reporters recognize and limit it Real-world case studies and ethical dilemmas built into the slide sequence News writing basics — an introduction to the concepts students will build on all semester Real examples from professional journalists throughout How to Use It: Designed for day 1, class 1 of an introductory journalism course. The ethical dilemma slides work especially well as discussion starters — pause, let students argue it out, then move on.
The PPT format means you can cut, reorder, or add slides to match your school's context and your students' background. This slideshow is part of the News Writing Essentials Bundle and the Complete High School Journalism Curriculum Bundle, both available at significant savings. If this resource saved you prep time, please leave a rating under My Purchases Provide Feedback.
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Designed for grades 7-12.
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