Researching the Titanic in preparation for writing a journalistic report
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can gather information about the Titanic from a range of sources.
Key learning points
- Information can be gathered from a range of different sources (both primary and secondary).
- Journalists research the topic of their reports in order to write accurately about the topic.
- When conducting initial research, facts can be kept general.
Keywords
Research - the detailed study of a subject
Primary source - a source that gives original information from the time of the event
Secondary source - a source written or created after the event that gives information about it
Common misconception
Pupils may think that the Titanic departed on its maiden voyage from Belfast.
Explicit references should be made throughout the lesson to the maiden voyage beginning at Southampton.
Teacher tip
Show pupils videos of the Titanic setting sail from Southampton dock to help them understand its size and the public's excitement about the ship at the time of this historic event. Showing a range of primary source photographs will help.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the terms to their definitions.
Q2.Select which text types are examples of non-fiction.
Q3.Select the formal 'and' fronted adverbial.
Q4.Select the formal 'but' fronted adverbial.
Q5.Select the fronted adverbial of cause.
Q6.Select the viewpoint fronted adverbial.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the terms to their definitions.
Q2.Select the primary sources of information.
Q3.Select the secondary sources of information.
Q4.The Titanic was built in which city and country?
Q5.The Titanic set sail in which year?
Q6.The Titanic struck __________ whilst sailing across the North Atlantic Ocean.
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