Learners will write a newspaper article on the launching of a
ship at BAE or the opening of a new bridge on the Clyde, using
appropriate language techniques. In most instances it would also be
viable for the class to attend an opening if they request tickets
from BAE to ensure that their report writing has a real context and
value.
Broad Outcomes of learning
• Subject knowledge of report writing techniques
gained and enhanced
• To be able to report accurately on an event
• Apply knowledge and understanding of cause and
effect to explain in detail why an event took place, and its wider
significance
• To have a better understanding on how a reporter
writes purposeful articles
• To work to a deadline
Relevance to curriculum
• Supports CfE Languages
Learners will write a newspaper article on the launching of a
ship at BAE or the opening of a new bridge on the Clyde, using
appropriate language techniques. In most instances it would also be
viable for the class to attend an opening if they request tickets
from BAE to ensure that their report writing has a real context and
value.
Broad Outcomes of learning
- Subject knowledge of report writing techniques gained and
enhanced
- To be able to report accurately on an event
- Apply knowledge and understanding of cause and effect to
explain in detail why an event took place, and its wider
significance
- To have a better understanding on how a reporter writes
purposeful articles
- To work to a deadline
Relevance to curriculum