News Lens Graphic Organizer
CNN 10
News Lens
Reflect & Discuss
Daily Current Events Debrief
Student:
Episode Date:
Period:
1
Lead Story in Focus & Verified Evidence
Record objective facts cited by the reporters
Headline / Main Topic:
Global Region:
Key Fact, Statistic, or Event Detail:
Source, Quote, or Stakeholder Perspective Cited:
2
Prior Knowledge Connector
Bridging background knowledge with today's report
Before Watching
What I already knew, assumed, or previously learned about this issue or place:
New Understanding
What surprised me, challenged my assumptions, or added new context today:
3
Forming an Evidence-Based Stance
Critical Thinking
Core Issue / Debatable Question:
My Claim / Stance
State your clear position or conclusion on the core issue:
Supporting Evidence from Broadcast
Specific facts, statistics, or reporting that substantiate your claim:
Counter-Perspective & Nuance
What is another valid viewpoint, stakeholder concern, or trade-off to consider?
4
Peer Discussion & Collaborative Synthesis
Engage in paired or small-group dialogue
My Discussion Question
One open-ended question I will pose to my partner/class:
Partner's Insight
Partner:
Their response, alternative evidence, or key point raised: