Media Day 77 - Introduction to Race in the Media

IMPORTANT:  Seniors must have all work finished by Friday, June 3.  

Objective: Examine the role of the media in the perpetuation and construction of racial, religious, and ethnic stereotypes.

Task:  Good morning!  When you arrive to class, please read "Ferguson Reports Raise Questions On Media Criminalization of Blacks" (al-Jazeera America, 8/14/2014).  If you finish early, please work on the media assignment or "From Russia With Love."  After everyone has finished the article, we'll establish a context for talking about race and ethnictity in the media.

Due Date:

• TODAY - What is the Role of Social Media in Elections? due by 3:00 pm
• Friday, June 3 - "From Russia With Love" close reading & reflection due