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Grade Range: 7 - 11
This NewseumED video lesson explores the role of the press in the 1970’s Watergate scandal. Activities include watching a video and completing a comprehension worksheet. In addition to the 30-minute lesson, several ideas for extension activities are included. To find related activities on Newseum, scroll to the bottom of the page for additional ideas. Sign up for NewseumED (FREE) to access all materials.
In the Classroom
Include this site with any lessons on the power of the press, the 70’s, or presidents. This site is perfect for a flipped classroom activity, have students view the video and complete the worksheet questions at home before going in-depth with the material at school. Transform learning by having students create a timeline of events related to Watergate (with music, photos, videos, and more) using Timeline JS, reviewed here. Redefine learning by allowing students to be journalists and create their own newspaper using a site such as Printing Press, reviewed here.
At Home
Share NewseumED with your son or daughter to offer an interesting perspective of Watergate from the viewpoint of the role of the press in reporting the events. If your student is interested in journalism, this video, and the accompanying activities is perfect for understanding and considering concepts such as freedom of the press, using sources, and journalism ethics.
Tags
presidents, journalism, 1970s,
Subjects
American History, English, Government/Civics: U.S, Language Arts, Social Studies, Social Studies,