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This Alienstock: Analyzing Information, Media, And Validity lesson plan also includes:
- Alienstock (.html)
- Lesson Slides (.pptx)
- Alien T-Chart - English (.pdf)
- Alien T-Chart - English (.docx)
- Alien T-Chart - Spanish (.pdf)
- Alien T-Chart - Spanish (.docx)
- Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Organizer - English (.pdf)
- Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Organizer - English (.docx)
- Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Organizer - Spanish (.pdf)
- Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Organizer - Spanish (.docx)
- Source Evaluation Checklist - English (.pdf)
- Source Evaluation Checklist - English (.docx)
- Source Evaluation Checklist - Spanish (.pdf)
- Source Evaluation Checklist - Spanish (.docx)
- Four Corners Mini-Posters (.pdf)
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One only has to watch MSMBC and FOX News to realize that media can present the same story in very different ways. Middle schoolers have an opportunity to test their ability to determine the validity and trustworthiness of information by investigating reporting of "Alienstock." After reading two reports of the 2019 gathering at Area 51, young analysts create a claim, present evidence, and state their reasoning (CER statements) of whether or not aliens exist.
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- Use the slide show to guide the lesson
Classroom Considerations
- Scholars require access to devices with internet
- A projection device is needed for the slide show
Pros
- The topic is sure to engage middle schoolers
- It includes directions for distance learning
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