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Hatchet News Report and Presentation 
Writing and Presenting news reports
In groups of 3, students will work collaboratively to produce a news report on the return of Brian Robeson. The report will be written in the style of a news article or a news interview, totalling 2-3 pages typed double-spaced. You will present the report to the rest of the class in a creative way that is engaging and is connected to the Hatchet.
Rubric Code: T7W6XA
By ceallaigh
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Subject: English  
Type: Assessment  
Grade Levels: 6-8

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Engages the audience

Level 1

Begins with a loose reference to the novel/character; is missing the lead questions; if an investigative report, does not answer Why or How
Level 2

Begins with an introduction of the novel/character and includes at least two of the lead questions (Who, What, Where, and When); also includes the Why or How
Level 3

Begins with an introduction of the novel/character and includes at least three of the lead questions (Who, What, Where, and When); also includes the Why and How
Level 4

Begins with introduction of a relevant and interesting approach of novel/character, including Who, What, Where, and When. Includes the Why and the How
Builds content

Level 1

Uses one strategy to develop content (i.e. only dialogue, no actions); sense of drama/creativity lacking
Level 2

Uses at least two strategies to develop content and enhance sense of drama
Level 3

Uses three to four strategies to develop content and heightens sense of drama
Level 4

Uses five or more strategies to develop content, such as, sequence and transitions, quotations, interviews, pictures, descriptive language/vocabulary and emotion. Dramatic sense is achieved.
Meets assignment checklist

Level 1

Presentation and/or report missing key items from checklist (e.g. depiction of Brian's feelings are not accurate to the novel - no evidence)
Level 2

Presentation and/or report missing items from checklist (e.g. headline could be catchier)
Level 3

Presentation and/or report meets the checklist
Level 4

Presentation and/or report meets and exceeds the checklist. Goes beyond what is asked with creative additions or thought-provoking items
Written Report

Level 1

Contains numerous errors and little if any attention given to sequence or organization of a news report
Level 2

Contains some errors with small problems pertaining to sequence and organization of a news report
Level 3

The report has few errors and has a strong sequence and organization of a news report
Level 4

The report has no errors, is well proof-read and exhibits the proper sequence and organization of a news report.



Keywords:
  • Hatchet, media, news investigation



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