Engaging Lesson Introduction: Broadcast Journalism Writing Teases
Hooking the Audience with a Tease
Welcome to today's lesson on Broadcast Journalism Writing Teases! Before we dive into the world of scripts and news reports, let’s engage our creativity and think like the best journalists out there—those who know how to capture an audience’s attention from the very start.
Interactive Icebreaker
Activity Title: "Tease the News!"
Objective: Understanding the importance of a good tease in broadcast journalism.
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Preparation:
- Before class begins, prepare a selection of interesting headlines from recent news articles in various topics: local news, sports, entertainment, etc. Choose headlines that intrigue but don’t give everything away.
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Execution:
- As students enter the classroom, have them pick a headline that interests them.
- Once seated, ask each student to read their chosen headline aloud, but here’s the catch: they must only share the headlines, not the article's content.
- After all students have read their headlines, initiate a class discussion on what makes these headlines intriguing.
- Prompt them with questions such as:
- What questions do these headlines raise?
- How do they make you feel curious about the story?
- Would you want to watch, read, or listen to more about the story?
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Transition to Lesson:
- Now that we’ve explored the importance of grabbing attention with just a few words, we’re going to learn how to craft our own writing teases! A good tease should spark curiosity and make the audience eager for the details that will follow.
- Let’s get our creative juices flowing and start writing compelling teases for our broadcast scripts!
Learning Goals:
By the end of today’s lesson, you will:
- Understand the role and significance of writing effective teases.
- Create your own broadcast journalism teases that captivate audiences.
Get ready to unleash your inner journalist!