Comprehension · JHS3 English Language

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.2.1.1.3 - Evaluate ways that the media helps to disseminate information via different text types

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least three different media text types (for example, news articles, radio broadcasts, social media posts, posters) and describe how each disseminates information to its audience.
Critique a given media message by identifying its purpose, target audience, and at least one strength and one weakness.
Suggest at least two concrete improvements to a media message to make it clearer, more accurate, or more effective.
Create a short original media text (such as a news report, announcement, or poster) that conveys a piece of information accurately and appropriately for a chosen audience.
Evaluate which media channel would be most effective for spreading a particular message in a given situation, with reasons.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Reading (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Comprehension (2.1)
Content standard: B9.2.1.1 - Demonstrate increasing confidence and enjoyment in independent reading.
Indicator: B9.2.1.1.3 - Evaluate ways that the media helps to disseminate information via different text types
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 8 (Week 8 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: English Language, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 76
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

- Gather samples of media messages/articles/stories kindle) from credible sources.
- Critique these messages and suggest improvements.
- Identify better ways to use the media for messaging.
- Create your own articles/stories etc. and post using ICT.