February 2019

Partner Spotlight: Meridian Stories Founded in 2011, Meridian Stories  is a blended learning tool that delivers student engagement, curricular proficiency and 21 st century skills by offering creative digital storytelling units in LA, History, and STEAM. From the creation of a new dystopia, to an investigative report about water corruption; from a rap about immigration, to a police drama that is resolved through trigonometry, the Meridian Stories’ experience is designed to deliver on current educational standards while also demanding an application of these critical skill sets: collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, and media literacy. To read the full spotlight click here.

Events

March 25, 2019 The Meadowbrook School Weston, MA

Digital Citizenship Symposium Eduscape, in partnership with Common Sense, will hold a Digital Citizenship Symposium on March 25 at the Meadowbrook School in Weston, Massachusetts. Why attend? To discover how to build a culture of digital citizenship across your learning community. Cost: $199 per person. Group discounts available. Continental breakfast and lunch are included. Sign up for the event here .

Friday, April 5  5:30 - 7:30 PM  Outside the Lens Media Lab San Diego, CA

Outside the Lens Vets Exhibit Outside the Lens partnership with F.O.C.U.S .  brings photography workshops to military families. Come share in an evening of photos and stories by Vets and their families . Register for the workshop  here .

April 25 - 27 Anaheim Hilton Hotel Anaheim, CA

Spring National High School Journalism Convention The National High School Journalism Convention is a semi-annual gathering of high school journalists and advisers co-sponsored by the Journalism Education Association and the National Scholastic Press Association. With typical attendance of more than 4,000 delegates, the JEA/NSPA convention is the largest gathering of student journalists in the country. Registration is now open!

Resources

Free Speech Essentials Check out the Newseum's  " Free Speech Essentials" EDCollection . This collection explores 16 free speech debates ranging from the founding of our nation to recent headlines to illustrate what free speech actually means, where it comes from, and how far it can go.

New Book: Raising Humans in a Digital World "Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology" is the new book by Cyberwise co-founder Diana Graber . The book is filled with advice from nearly 40 digital experts, includes stories gleaned from a decade spent working with digital kids, and offers at-home activities for families. The accompanying discussion guide is available online .

Lesson Plans: Student Reporting Lab Student Reporting Labs from PBS NewsHour is a project-based learning program that supports teachers and young people in reporting on important issues in their community and creating impactful video reports for local media outlets and the national PBS NewsHour. Along with technical instruction on the use of cameras and editing equipment, Student Reporting Labs' lesson plans focus on understanding the role of journalism in society and developing broader communication skills, including listening, asking questions, teamwork, and public speaking. View the free lesson plans here .

Workshop: Deconstructing Disney The Media Education Lab at the University of Rhode Island is designed a workshop aimed at youth ages seven and up which includes seven engaging activities to promote reflection and dialogue about Disney culture. The workshop materials include videos, Powerpoint slides, and printed worksheets. View all of the workshop materials here.

Opportunities

Civic Life Project: Teacher Professional Development The Civic Life Project is currently accepting teacher enrollments for their online professional development seminars. This series of eight one-hour seminars include a step-by-step approach so you can successfully implement our curriculum and bring Civic Life Project into your classroom. The program offers the full training, curriculum, and continuing support as a professional development package. Spring sessions have begun, so complete the application to receive information about their program. The cost of the full package is $950. Financial aid is available by request.

Highlights

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News Literacy Project Receives $5 Million Grant The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation awarded the News Literacy Project $5 million to expand their news literacy education programs in the United States. As part of that effort, Knight’s support will help broaden the reach of NewsLitCamps® — the News Literacy Project's signature professional development workshops for middle school and high school educators. The workshops, hosted in partnership with local news organizations, gives educators real-life, real-time insights from journalists in their communities. Read more here .

About Us

NAMLE Leadership Executive Director Michelle Ciulla Lipkin Executive Board Tony Streit, President  David Kleeman, Vice President Joanne Parsont, Secretary Gonca Latif-Schmitt, Treasurer Erin Reilly, Past President Board of Directors Leadership Council Student Leadership Council

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