Will this help with my child's high school journalism homework?

Yes. StudyPug covers the skills taught in Iowa high school journalism, including news writing, source evaluation, and media literacy, so your student can get unstuck and work through assignments with confidence.

What do the lessons look like for this course?

Each lesson breaks the skill into clear steps with worked examples and guided practice problems. Students read through explanations, follow the reasoning, and then practice on their own to build fluency.

Is there a state test for high school journalism in Iowa?

Iowa does not administer a statewide assessment specifically for journalism. The Iowa Core Standards guide the course, but there is no Iowa-mandated journalism exam at the high school level.

Can my child use StudyPug on a tablet or phone?

Yes. StudyPug works on tablets, phones, and computers, so your student can access lessons and practice at home, at school, or on the go without any special setup.

Can I try StudyPug before paying?

Yes. StudyPug offers free sample lessons so you can see the content before committing. There is also a 30-day money-back guarantee if the subscription is not the right fit for your family.

Iowa High School Journalism Curriculum

Give your student a strong foundation in journalism with lessons and practice built around what Iowa high schools teach. From news writing to media literacy, every skill is covered.

Iowa High School Journalism Curriculum

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1.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.9-10.7
- Introduction to Journalism and Media History
1.2.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.9-10.8
- First Amendment Rights and Press Freedom
2.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.2
- Elements of News and Newsworthiness
3.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.9-10.8
- Journalism Ethics and Professional Standards
4.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.2
- Introduction to News Writing and Inverted Pyramid
5.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.9-10.1
- Basic Interviewing Techniques
6.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.4
- Advanced News Writing and Story Structure
6.2.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.3
- Feature Writing and Profile Stories
6.3.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.1
- Opinion Writing and Editorial Development
6.4.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.4
- Sports and Entertainment Reporting
6.5.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.8
- Source Development and Research Techniques
7.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.9-10.5
- Photojournalism Basics and Visual Storytelling
8.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.7
- Investigative Reporting Methods
9.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.L.11-12.1
- Copy Editing and Proofreading Skills
10.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.6
- Digital Journalism and Social Media
11.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.11-12.7
- Data Journalism and Information Graphics
11.2.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RST.11-12.8
- Media Law and Libel Understanding
12.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.2
- Magazine Writing and Long-form Journalism
13.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.12.1
- Newsroom Management and Editorial Leadership
13.2.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.12.5
- Publication Design and Layout
14.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.6
- Media Criticism and Analysis
15.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.12.1
- Student Publication Management and Editorial Decision-Making
16.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.11-12.8
- Advanced Media Literacy and Fact-Checking
17.1.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.7
- Community Journalism and Local Reporting

Foundations of Journalism

About High School Iowa journalism

Iowa high schools follow the Iowa Core Standards, which guide language arts and communications courses including journalism. Foundations of Journalism builds skills across news writing, reporting, editorial judgment, media literacy, and ethical practices in the press. Students develop the ability to gather information, evaluate sources, and present stories clearly and accurately. StudyPug provides step-by-step lessons, guided practice, and worked examples that follow what Iowa classrooms cover in this course.

Core strands: news writing, reporting, media literacy, editorial judgment, and press ethics
Step-by-step lessons and worked examples for every journalism skill
Practice problems and guided exercises aligned to Iowa Core Standards
Progress tracking so families can see where students need more support

Curriculum topics by strand

Find lessons and practice for every Foundations of Journalism topic, aligned to Iowa Core Standards.

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Iowa High School Journalism Topics

News Writing: Building accurate, clear, and concise news stories using standard journalistic structure and style.
Reporting and Research: Gathering information from primary and secondary sources, conducting interviews, and verifying facts.
Media Literacy: Evaluating news sources, identifying bias, and understanding how different media platforms shape public information.
Editorial Judgment: Making decisions about newsworthiness, story framing, and responsible coverage of sensitive topics.
Press Ethics and Law: Understanding the ethical standards and legal boundaries that govern journalism practice.

How StudyPug Helps Iowa High School Journalism Students

When a student gets stuck on a journalism assignment, StudyPug gives them a place to go back to the concept and work through it step by step. Lessons break each skill into clear explanations with worked examples, so the reasoning behind good writing and reporting becomes easier to follow.

Guided practice then lets students apply what they have learned at their own pace. Whether the challenge is structuring a lead, evaluating a source, or understanding press ethics, StudyPug keeps students moving forward without frustration.

Aligned to Iowa High School Journalism Curriculum

StudyPug content for Foundations of Journalism is built to match what Iowa high school classrooms cover under Iowa Core Standards. Every lesson and practice set reflects the skills and concepts in this course, so students are always working on material that connects directly to what their teacher expects.

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Last updated June 5, 2026

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