Sensationalism and spin

Breaking News

Sensationalism and Spin

Portugal

Date 2023

Workshop

Activity 1:Spot the Sensationalism

Activity 2:Compare Different Sources

What is sensacionalism and spin?

Activity 3:Rewrite Headlines

Conclusion

Breaking News

Sensationalism and Spin

Portugal

Date 2023

Workshop

What is sensacionalism and spin?

What is sensationalism in the media and how can it affect the accuracy of information?

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Activity 1:

Spot the Sensationalism

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Activity 2:

Compare Different Sources

Activity 3:

Rewrite Headlines

Example

1. "Super Virus Outbreak: Millions Face Certain Death!"
2. "Haunted House Unleashes Demonic Terror on Unsuspecting Family!"
3. "Billionaire's Secret Lair Discovered: World Domination Plot Exposed!"
4. "Killer Bees Swarm City Streets: Tragedy Approaches!"
5. "Zombie Apocalypse Hits Major City: Survivors in Desperate Fight for Life!"
6. "Alien Spaceships Spotted Over Every Major Capital: Invasion Imminent!"
7. "Incredible Discovery: Dinosaurs Resurrected and Roaming Free!"
8. "Psychic Cat Predicts World-Ending Earthquake: Panic Sweeps Globe!"
9. "Celebrities Caught in Love Triangle of Scandalous Betrayal!

Conclusion

- Media can use sensationalism and spin to make stories more exciting or influence opinions. - Activities like spotting sensational language, analyzing headlines, and comparing different sources help us identify these tactics. - It's important to critically analyze information, seek multiple sources, and present news accurately without sensationalism or spin.

Sensationalism vs. Spin

Sensationalism

• Is the use of exaggerated or shocking stories to attract attention.

Spin

• Is the manipulation of information to influence public opinion.