Speaking Worksheet
Media Literacy
Speaking Practice
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Discussion
Discuss the questions. Give reasons, compare options, and ask follow-up questions.
- How do headlines influence the way people interpret a story?
- What makes a source trustworthy enough to share?
- Should schools teach students how to identify misleading information?
- Why do people sometimes believe stories that match their existing opinions?
- What responsibilities do ordinary users have when they post news online?
2
Collaborative Task
Work in pairs or groups. Agree on a practical decision and prepare reasons for it. Create a checklist for deciding whether to share a news story. Include at least four practical steps.
- source
- evidence
- date
- emotional language
From my point of view...One advantage is...A possible drawback is...It depends on...I partly agree, but...Overall...
3
Report and Challenge
Report your decision to another group. Answer one challenge question about your idea. A partner says your checklist takes too long to use. Explain which steps are essential.