Uncovering the Titanic: Writing a Newspaper Report

Uncovering the Titanic: Writing a Newspaper Report

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to write a compelling newspaper headline and introduction for the sinking of the Titanic.

What do you already know about the sinking of the Titanic?

Introduction to the Titanic

Briefly introduce the Titanic and its ill-fated maiden voyage in 1912.

What Makes a Captivating Headline?

Discuss the key elements of a captivating headline: succinctness, relevance, and grabbing the reader's attention.

Crafting a Compelling Headline

Guide students in creating a headline that encapsulates the essence of the Titanic sinking.

The Importance of the Introduction

Explain the purpose of the introduction in a newspaper report: to provide essential information and hook the reader.

Writing the Introduction

Lead students through crafting an engaging introduction that sets the scene for the Titanic's sinking.

Peer Review and Feedback

Pair students up to review each other's headlines and introductions, providing constructive feedback.

Sharing and Reflection

Invite students to share their headlines and introductions with the class, and reflect on the process of creating compelling newspaper content.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.