NEWS REPORT ASSIGNMENT
On Fridays, one person or a pair will report to the class on an issue affecting the world. The story
may be local, national, or international, but it must connect to the world. You must use several
newspaper articles that cover the same story, such as The Star, The Globe and Mail, The National
Post or websites like cnn.com, cbc.ca. Note that if you do not receive newspapers, there are copies
available in St. Roch’s library everyday.
FOR EACH ISSUE:
- Pick an issue that is of significant global interest now. i.e. it must be a current event
- Begin to research about 1-2 weeks before your presentation by collecting information.
- Identify the geographic location using a map
- Use the ‘Report Outline’ (below) to summarize your information. You will hand this in.
PRESENTATION:
VERBAL PRESENTATION
 If alone, 10 min max
presentation/discussion.
 If in pairs, 15 min (10 min/ea. max).
 Summarize your story – significance,
opposing viewpoints.
 Include a map in your presentation.
 Why is it a world issue? What can we do?
 Involve the class: handouts, questions,
discussion games, etc.
 Ensure that your discussion is organized
and creative.
EVALUATION
- Complete the News Report Outline to be submitted
- Preparation: evidence of preplanning
- Clarity and Accuracy of Information
- Sequence, continuity, pace, wrap-up
- Quality of Content: depth, meaningful
- Involvement of peers
- Overall presentation: clarity, effectiveness, tone, creativity
- See rubric on reverse side
GEO-NEWS REPORT OUTLINE – CGW4U
Reporter(s): _______________________________________ Date:
Explain the issue going on in the world which you will examine, and the opposing sides to the story:
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Explain the main points of the issue are: (hint - use the 5W’s, and/or ‘Frame’ the issue, etc.)
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The significance/importance of this story is:
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Additional relevant information:
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