Your+Magazine

April 20, 2010 Bellwork: What would prevent you from finishing your feature rough draft today?

Activities
 * Bellwork
 * Write your feature
 * Pull the best quotes
 * Put them in a logical order that will best tell the story
 * Create transitions between each quote.
 * indirect quote
 * partial quote
 * fact
 * Read it and make sure it makes sense.

Expectations See below

April 19, 2010 Bellwork: use this checklist to put the paragraphs in order (pdf of paragraphs attached).




 * Feature Writing Checklist**
 * //Parts//**
 * Do you have a feature lead?
 * Do you have a nut graph?
 * Do you have a quote→transition→quote→transition→ → →?
 * Do you have a conclusion?


 * //Lead//**
 * Does your opening sentence grab and hold the reader’s attention by using specific, interest-arousing words?
 * Does your lead catch the spirit of the story and create the proper tone (serious, sarcastic, ironic, sad, etc.)?
 * Is your lead specific to your story?
 * Is it cliché-free?
 * Is it in third person?
 * Is it one of the types discussed in class?


 * //Nut Graph//**
 * Does your nut graph summarize the 5Ws + H not answered in the lead?


 * //Quotes//**
 * Are your quotes interesting?
 * Does your quote elaborate on the transition before it without repeating information?
 * Are quotes from different sources separated with transitions?


 * //Transitions//**
 * Do your transitions link your paragraphs together logically?
 * Do your transitions contain the following words to help the story flow?
 * After all, Also, Finally, In addition, However, Otherwise, Then


 * //Conclusion//**
 * Did you end your story with a powerful quote or by tying the ending back to the lead?

April 16, 2010 Answer the following questions on your new ad sub-page:
 * What are the benefits of your product that you want to highlight?
 * Does the picture you decided to use for your ad highlight those benefits?
 * How much copy will you use in your ad?
 * How will the reader know that this ad is for them?
 * How will the headline get attention and draw people into the text?
 * Making the reader curious with an odd statement or good question?
 * Promising new information?
 * Promising to teach how to do something?
 * Offering a reason-why?

When you are finished, either work on your ad pieces (image, copy, etc.) or arrange candid picture.

April 15, 2010 Bellwork: Take this [|Learning Style Inventory] Answer the following questions on your new ad sub-page:
 * What are the benefits of your product that you want to highlight?
 * Does the picture you decided to use for your ad highlight those benefits?
 * How much copy will you use in your ad?
 * How will the reader know that this ad is for them?
 * How will the headline get attention and draw people into the text?
 * Making the reader curious with an odd statement or good question?
 * Promising new information?
 * Promising to teach how to do something?
 * Offering a reason-why?

April 14, 2010 Bellwork: How will you motivate buyers to purchase the product in your ad?
 * Get attention
 * Build interest
 * Create a desire to own
 * show a need
 * show how product fills need
 * Give an action


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Plan ad
 * create subpage under your name (third one) called ad_lastname
 * motivational formula
 * image (this one will probably not be candid)


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

April 12-13, 2010 Bellwork: With your group. How many pages will your magazine be, including the front and back cover?
 * Formula: (nx2)+2=
 * n=number of group members


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Copy these questions to the home page of your Google site, and answer them.
 * How many pages will your magazine be, including the front and back cover?
 * Formula: (nx2)+2=
 * n=number of group members
 * What content will each group member provide?
 * Name
 * Feature story
 * Sidebar
 * Candid, picture-perfect picture
 * Ad
 * Example:
 * L Hearnsberger
 * feature story - teaching your dog to read
 * sidebar - dogs with interesting talents
 * candid, picture-perfect picture: pet trainer training dogs at PetsMart
 * ad - chew toy
 * You will need to discuss and agree upon your ideas within your group.
 * Feature draft
 * Feature PowerPoint
 * Create a subpage under your own name on your Google wiki. Name it Lastmane_feature.
 * Finish feature you started earlier.
 * Post it to the new page.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

April 9, 2010 Bellwork: Create a subpage under your own name on your Google wiki, and make sure it is visible on the navigation. Name it Lastmane_sidebar.


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Keep working on your sidebar information-gathering. It is due today.
 * Save it on your Google site.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

April 7-8, 2010 Keep working on your sidebar information-gathering. It is due Friday.


 * Activities**
 * Gather information for you sidebar. (Surveymonkey username/password: nbhsjournalism/unicorn).


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

April 6, 2010 Bellwork: Plan information gathering for sidebar.
 * Make a list of stuff you need or the final product (pictures, poll results, random response answers, nail polish, etc.).
 * Next to each item, write where you will get it (take myself, conduct poll during lunch today, conduct poll using survey monkey, from home etc.).
 * Be more specific than "Internet."
 * For percentage questions, you will need to ask at least 100 people.
 * You must have at least three different sources for sidebars containing information you did not collect yourself.
 * You should take pictures/create art from scratch yourself unless it __**has**__ to be from someone else (ask me first).
 * If you need specific question/s answered, write them down below the list.
 * Below the question/s write down when/where/how you will gather the information (It is due Friday).


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Gather information for you sidebar. (Surveymonkey username/password: nbhsjournalism/unicorn).
 * Turn in results to Ms. Hearnsberger for storage.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

April 5, 2010 Bellwork: Sidebar mock-up
 * Create a mock-up of the sidebar/infographic you plan to create.
 * Draw it on a piece of white paper.
 * Since you don't have all the facts yet, make up the details. (The headings should be real.)
 * Make it the same size as you plan for it to be in your magazine.


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Meet with Ms. Hearnsberger to review IP


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

April 1, 2010 Bellwork: Infographics Proposal review


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Infographics Proposal (from yesterday)
 * Meet with Ms. Hearnsberger to review IP
 * Answer these questions on your Google page:
 * List five words that most describe your magazine.
 * What three types of infographics do you like the most? Why?
 * How could you use those three in your magazine?
 * List some key words from your article.
 * List three interesting things in your article that you might include in a sidebar.
 * List three interesting things that relate to your article that you might include in a sidebar.
 * Look at your answers to number three, four and five. Which one of those things seems like it would be the most interesting to cover in a sidebar?
 * Make a list of the facts you need to gather to make the sidebar you picked in number seven work.
 * Make a list of places you might find the facts listed in number eight.
 * What would be the best way to organize the information in the sidebar? (a pie chart, a timeline, a bulleted list, etc.)


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 31, 2010 Bellwork: List five words that most describe your magazine.


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Infographics/sidebars notes
 * [[file:Sidebars.pptx]]
 * Logo Design (if you haven't finished)
 * Infographics Proposal
 * Answer these questions on your Google page:
 * List five words that most describe your magazine.
 * What three types of infographics do you like the most? Why?
 * How could you use those three in your magazine?
 * List some key words from your article.
 * List three interesting things in your article that you might include in a sidebar.
 * List three interesting things that relate to your article that you might include in a sidebar.
 * Look at your answers to number three, four and five. Which one of those things seems like it would be the most interesting to cover in a sidebar?
 * Make a list of the facts you need to gather to make the sidebar you picked in number seven work.
 * Make a list of places you might find the facts listed in number eight.
 * What would be the best way to organize the information in the sidebar? (a pie chart, a timeline, a bulleted list, etc.)


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 30, 2010 Get out a sheet of paper (one per group) and write your group members' names on it. = =




 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Logo Design


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

= = =March 29, 2010= =Bellwork:=
 * ==Where do you see contrast, repetition, alignment and proximity in this logo?==
 * ==Where do you see contrast, repetition, alignment and proximity in your logo?==


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Logo Design


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 19, 2010 Continue to work on your logo.

March 18, 2010 Bellwork: What kind of logo do you imagine for your magazine? Why? Draw a simple version of it.


 * Activities**
 * Logo Design
 * If you didn't finish yesterday, make a logo for this class. Include a picture and text.
 * Write a 2-3 sentence paragraph explaining why you made it the way you did.
 * Submit final to the [|homework drop box]. (Be sure your names are part of the file name).
 * Your Magazine Logo Design
 * In InDesign, create a logo for your magazine.
 * It should include a graphic and text.
 * Remember what you learned yesterday at the [|logos website].
 * It will have a similar look to the name on the front cover (aka flag), but it is not exactly the same.






 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 17, 2010 Bellwork: Get a computer.


 * Activities**
 * Logo Design
 * Work with your partner/group from yesterday.
 * Go to this website: http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2009/fortune/0908/gallery.new_logos_redesigns.fortune/index.html
 * Look at the different logos on the 12 slides. Read over their significance.
 * Write down three things you learn on you own page of your Google Site
 * Open InDesign.
 * Make a logo for this class. Include a picture and text.
 * Write a 2-3 sentence paragraph explaining why you made it the way you did.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 16, 2010

Make a chart like this. Keep it in your notes.
 * p3=.25
 * p4=.34
 * p6=.5
 * p8=.67
 * p9=.75


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Finish your Color Use. Remember: You need effects and a picture.
 * If you have not done so already, finish your three leads/nut graph.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 15, 2010 Bellwork Convert each of these from picas/points to decimals (show your work):
 * 1) 9p6
 * 2) 15p3
 * 3) 25p9
 * 4) 9p5
 * 5) 15p4
 * 6) 25p8

Convert each of these from decimals to picas/points:
 * 1) 10.5
 * 2) 12.25
 * 3) 7.34
 * 4) 10.67
 * 5) 8.75
 * 6) 17.42

Activities
 * Bellwork
 * Add picture to InDesign document.
 * Create a picture box (square with "X') in your InDesign document (It should be exactly one, two or three columns wide and not trap white space).
 * Write down the width and height.
 * Find picture on Internet the would fit in the box.
 * Right-click--> save as--> sensible name (in your Zeus)
 * Open picture in PhotoShop.
 * Save as a copy in the same folder.
 * Click on crop symbol.
 * Enter the width and height at the top. Resolution: 300 dpi.
 * Crop the picture. Remember the rule of thirds.
 * Save picture. Don't close it.
 * Go back to InDesign, and select the picture box (use the arrow we like).
 * Click on File--> Place
 * Double-click on the cropped copy.

Troubleshooting: If your picture is way to big for the box, you probably cropped it in inches, not picas. To fix this.
 * Go back to picture in PhotoShop.
 * Click edit-->undo until picture is back to original.
 * Go to edit--> preferences--> units and rulers
 * Change ruler units to picas. Click OK.
 * Re-enter your width and height.
 * Re-crop.
 * Re-save.
 * Re-place

March 11-12, 2010

Finish your Color Use assignment from yesterday. I have some of your notes.
 * Activities**

Remember: You need effects and a picture.

= = March 10, 2010 Bellwork: Get out your paper from yesterday and get ready to finish our presentations. If I have it, I will get it to you. (If you were absent yesterday, get the 1-5 from someone and write it at the top of a blank sheet of paper.
 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Finish presentations
 * Color use report
 * Instructions
 * Sample color report
 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 9, 2010 Bellwork: Get out a sheet of paper, and write this at the top (Don't answer, just write the five items):
 * 1) Color
 * 2) Two meanings
 * 3) Something surprising
 * 4) Something they could have included, but didn't
 * 5) How you could use the color in the design of your magazine


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Color meaning presentations
 * Watch each group.
 * For each presentation, respond to each of the five bellwork items.
 * You do not have to rewrite the prompt, but you should number them.
 * Make sure that your notes are legible and clear


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 8, 2010 Bellwork:
 * What is the best thing about your PowerPoint?
 * What could be better?


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Work on your color PowerPoint. We will present them tomorrow.
 * When you are satisfied with your PowerPoint, work on your feature story
 * write 3 leads + nut graph
 * conduct interviews
 * underline good quotes from interviews


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

= =

March 5, 2010 Bellwork What have you learned about your color since you started your project? Type each group member's answer on your Google site page where you will upload you project at the end of class with your name next to it (First initial only).


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Work on your color PowerPoint. We will present them Monday.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 4, 2010 Bellwork: Pick a color that you want to analyze with your group (not red, no doubles).


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Activity: Color Analysis
 * Assignment:
 * [[file:What does color mean.pdf]]
 * Example:
 * [[file:What red means - example.pdf]]


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

March 2, 2010 Bellwork: Add your three leads and nut graph to your site.

http://sites.google.com/site/journalism343/the-group-1/l-hearnsbergers-work

Bellwork:

 * ======Write the main idea of your story as a who-what-when-where-why-how list.======
 * ======Turn the list into a one-two sentence paragraph, with the most relevant information first.======


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Lead-writing practice
 * DON'T MOVE ON YET
 * ==Write three leads==
 * ==descriptive==
 * ==narrative==
 * ==other - your choice==
 * ==Remember==
 * ==Be specific==
 * ==Third person POV (no I, me, we, you, etc.)==
 * ==No opinions==
 * ==Don't state the obvious==
 * Type your three leads and the bellwork on your Google site page.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

February 25 & 26, 2010 Keep gathering information, and typing the answers into your page on your Google site. All research/interview responses are due Friday.

Keep gathering information
 * February 24, 2010

February 23, 2010 Bellwork Of the parts of your research that you underlined yesterday, put it in order from most to least interesting.**


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Complete interview questions
 * Continue to conduct research for your article
 * Arrange interviews
 * Meet with Ms. Hearnsberger re: Interview Questions


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications


 * February 22, 2010**
 * Bellwork**
 * Go through the research you conducted on Friday, and underline the best parts.**


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Complete interview questions
 * Continue to conduct research for your article
 * Arrange interviews
 * Meet with Ms. Hearnsberger re: Interview Questions


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications


 * February 19, 2010**
 * Bellwork: Take all of the unused content/pages off of your website.**


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Complete interview questions
 * Continue to conduct research for your article
 * Arrange interviews
 * Meet with Ms. Hearnsberger re: Interview Questions


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications


 * February 18, 2010**
 * Bellwork**
 * Make arrangements to conduct interviews for your feature story.**
 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Meet with Ms. Hearnsberger
 * re: goal of magazine with group.
 * interview questions
 * Start your research for your story from all the places you said you would get info on your story proposal.
 * Save the research to your Google site.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

If you are done with your story proposal, write 10 good interview questions.
 * February 17, 2010**
 * Bellwork**
 * Open-ended
 * 5Ws+H
 * Tie to story proposal
 * Ask interviewee to speculate
 * Spell name/anything to add?


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Meet with Ms. Hearnsberger
 * re: goal of magazine with group.
 * be prepared to elaborate on initial plan

= = = =
 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

February 16, 2010 Bellwork: Get out a fresh sheet of paper. Write your name at the top.


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Listen to feature story. As you listen...
 * write down each source of information the reporter used.
 * write down the questions the reporter likely used.
 * Revisit your story proposal. Add ideas for sources.
 * Revisit your interview questions. Add to them.

= = = =
 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

February 12, 2010 Bellwork: Get ready to take notes.

>
 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Feature story notes
 * Listen to feature story
 * PowerPoint (from Jeanne Acton, UIL/ILPC Journalism Director)
 * Revisit feature story topic

= = = =
 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

February 11, 2010
 * Get out your interview questions.
 * Have someone in your group pretend to be an interviewee, and interview them.
 * Write down the answers.
 * Analyze the answers: Will they result in answers you need to write the story you proposed?
 * Add to your questions.

= = = =
 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

February 10, 2010 Bellwork: Log on to a computer and start working on your story proposals.
 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Download this story proposal.
 * Save the story proposal to your account.
 * Open the saved story proposal.
 * Fill in "Sources" and "Description of Story." (5Ws+H)
 * When you aren't working on your proposal, help your group members with theirs.
 * Upload the story proposal form to your individual page on your group's site.
 * If you all finish this, make up 10 good, open-ended interview questions.

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 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

February 9, 2010 Get out a sheet of paper to take notes.

My sample site: http://sites.google.com/site/journalism343/


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Create a list with links to individual group members' pages.
 * Complete/upload story proposal form.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

February 8, 2010 Bellwork
 * Get out a fresh sheet of paper.
 * Tear it in half.
 * Number one of the halves 1-10.
 * Next to 1-5, list five how-to articles you would be interested in reading.
 * Example: "How to have fun and get fit after 30"
 * On the other half, write your name, today's date, the class period and the time.

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 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Walk around school and find five more topics for articles you would be interested in reading.
 * Rank them from 1 (favorite idea) to 10 (least favorite)
 * Create a page on your site called "Pitch Day"
 * Type in each group member's first initial and last name.
 * List the ranked story ideas under each name.
 * Complete initial plan from Friday, if not done.
 * View assignment


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

February 5, 2010 Bellwork: Start on the activities below.


 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Google Site
 * Create a new Google Site for your group to work with.
 * Make sure //all group members// are owners. Here's how.
 * Invite me to be an owner: lhearnsberger@newbraunfels.txed.net
 * Take all the junk content off.
 * Brainstorm
 * Create a page on your site called Individual Brainstorm
 * Put each group member's //first initial and last name// on it.
 * Type your 1-15 from yesterday's bellwork under your name.
 * Be sure to number them.
 * [|Initial Plan]
 * Create a new page on your site called Initial Plan
 * Copy and paste these questions onto the new page.
 * 1) What will your magazine be like? Use this sheet to record your group’s ideas.
 * 2) Who reads every issue from cover to cover? Age, sex, interests.Who never reads it?
 * 3) Who advertises in it?What businesses would have it in their waiting room?
 * 4) What look does it have? Conservative, tough, young, edgy, etc. Be specific and descriptive.
 * 5) Will it have more pictures or more words?
 * 6) What types of articles will it have? Make up four headlines likely to appear in it..
 * 7) What types of article won’t it have?
 * 8) Use Microsoft Word to find at least three fonts that go along with your magazine. List them.
 * Answer them as a group.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications

Magazine Google Sites

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February 4, 2010 Bellwork
 * Get out a fresh sheet of paper.
 * Tear it in half.
 * Number one of the halves 1-15.
 * Next to 1-5, list list five little-known, interesting things.
 * On the other half, write your name, today's date, the class period and the time.
 * Activities**
 * Bellwork
 * Brainstorming walk
 * next to 6-10, list five things that really pique your curiosity as you walk around the halls.
 * next to 11-15, list your five favorite reads (specific magazines, books, catalogs, etc.)
 * Team selection
 * Create a new Google Site (project) for your group to work with.
 * Make sure all group members are contributors.
 * Invite me to be an owner: lhearnsberger@newbraunfels.txed.net
 * Take all the junk content off...**//Don't delete any pages//**.
 * Brainstorm
 * Create a page on your site called Individual Brainstorm
 * Put each group member's first initial and last name on it.
 * Type your 1-15 under your name.
 * Be sure to number them.
 * [|Initial Plan]
 * Create a new page on your site called Initial Plan
 * Copy and paste the questions [|here] onto the new page.
 * Answer them.


 * Expectations**
 * locate information sources such as persons, databases, reports, and past interviews; gathers background information; and researches to prepare for an interview or investigate a topic;
 * plan and write relevant questions for an interview or in-depth research;
 * evaluate and confirm the validity of background information from a variety of sources such as other qualified persons, books, and reports;
 * incorporate direct and indirect quotes and other research to write in copy;
 * revise and edit copy using appropriate copyreading and proofreading symbols;
 * use different forms of journalistic writing such as reviews, ad copy, columns, news, features, and editorials to inform, entertain, and/or persuade;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the elements of news through writing;
 * select the most appropriate journalistic format of present content;
 * use journalistic style;
 * gather information through interviews (in person or telephone);
 * write captions;
 * demonstrate an understanding of the function of headlines through the writing of headlines; and
 * rewrite copy.
 * The student demonstrates understanding of the principles of publishing through design using available technologies. The student is expected to:
 * identify the variety of journalistic publications and products such as newspapers, newsmagazines, and newsletters;
 * design elements into an acceptable presentation;
 * use illustrations or photographs that have been cropped, to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * use graphic devices such as lines, screens, and art to communicate and emphasize a topic;
 * prepare a layout for publication; and
 * design an advertisement for a particular audience.
 * The student demonstrates an understanding of the economics of publishing. The student is expected to:
 * differentiate between advertising appeals and propaganda;
 * demonstrate understanding of the type of advertising such as classified, display, or public service; and
 * understand general salesmanship in selling student- produced publications