Question 1

Will this help with my 9th grade journalism homework?

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Yes. Watch lessons on news writing, interviewing, or media ethics, then apply what you learned to your assignments and projects.

Question 2

How long are the video lessons?

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Most lessons are 5-15 minutes. They're broken into short segments you can pause and replay as you work through journalism concepts.

Question 3

Does California test journalism in 9th grade?

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California doesn't have a specific journalism test. The CAASPP tests general ELA skills in 11th grade that journalism courses help develop.

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Can I use this on my phone or tablet?

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California 9th Grade ELA: Foundations of Journalism

Video lessons and practice for every Foundations of Journalism topic. Aligned to California Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts. Learn news writing, interviewing, and media literacy.