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How does the media affect us?
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I can explain the different sources of media, how we can tell what is newsworthy and why information neighbourhoods differ.
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I can explain the different responsibilities the media has and what happens if the media breaks the rules.
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I can explain why the media is important in a democracy and how the media informs and educates us.
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I can explain how the media holds people to account and why those in power should be held accountable.
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I can explain how to tell if a media source is trustworthy and how to find reliable information.
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I can explain if the media helps or harms public opinion and can describe ways to evaluate the effects of the media.
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