Lesson on Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Aim: Should the Fairness Doctrine be reinstated?  

Bell Ringer: Journal 79 - Is there an ideological bias in media coverage of news? If so, what forms does it take? Do the media have an obligation to be unbiased? 

Objectives: 

1. Students will evaluate, take, and defend positions about rights protected by the Constitution and Bill of Rights  

2. Students will evaluate, take, and defend positions on issues that cause the government to balance the interests of individuals with the public good. 

Agenda: 

1. Bell Ringer (5 min)  

2. Allot time for students to analyze several forms of media coverage.  

Home Learning: Work on: "The Fairness Doctrine: Student Research Guide"  / due TOMORROW!