Newseum
Media museum's site offers timely resources mixing history and civics
Pros: Does a great job explaining the importance of trustworthy media; Today's Front Pages section offers daily content.
Cons: Missing ways for teachers to assign resources and track completion.
Bottom Line: Filled with primary sources, daily content, and lesson plans, this is a valuable site teaching news and media literacy, especially the value of a free and independent press.
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