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Interpreting media - Sharks in the news
Lesson7 of 17 in this unit
SecondaryYear 9 - 10EnglishText AnalysisEnvironmentalBiodiversityConservationOceansSocialSocial Action
Lesson Summary
In this activity students work in groups to analyse media stories and stories from scientific agencies about Great White Sharks. The aim is to see if the media portrays scientific research on sharks in a particular way that differs from the message provided by the scientific agencies. They present the results of their analysis for discussion and comparison.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand that the media uses a range of strategies and techniques to portray Great White Sharks, and can recognise some of these strategies and techniques.
- understand some of the science behind Great White Shark research.
Success criteria
Students can:
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