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Yes. StudyPug covers every strand in the course, including reading informational texts, writing, speaking and listening, and language and grammar, so students can find help on the exact topic causing trouble.

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Each lesson walks through the concept step by step with clear explanations and worked examples, then gives students practice problems so they can check their understanding before moving on.

Is there a North Carolina state test for high school Foundations of Journalism?

Foundations of Journalism is not one of the assessed courses under the NC End-of-Course testing program. NC EOG and EOC assessments focus on specific subjects such as English II and III rather than elective journalism courses.

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NC High School Journalism Curriculum

Give your high schooler the skills to succeed in Foundations of Journalism. Every lesson and practice problem follows what North Carolina schools teach, from reading informational texts to grammar and language use.

NC 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 North Carolina Journalism

North Carolina follows the NC Standard Course of Study, which organizes English Language Arts around reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. Foundations of Journalism applies these strands to journalism contexts, covering informational text analysis, news and feature writing, grammar and language conventions, and oral communication. StudyPug provides step-by-step lessons, guided practice, and worked examples aligned to every strand in this course.

Strands: reading informational texts, writing, speaking and listening, and language and grammar
Step-by-step lessons and guided practice for every strand
Worked examples and practice problems aligned to NC Standard Course of Study
On-demand access so students can review any topic at their own pace

Curriculum topics by strand

Find lessons and practice for every Foundations of Journalism topic, aligned to the NC Standard Course of Study.

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NC High School Foundations of Journalism Topics

Reading Informational Texts: Analyzing news articles, editorials, and non-fiction sources for purpose, structure, and credibility.
Writing: Producing news reports, feature stories, opinion pieces, and other journalism genres with clarity and accuracy.
Speaking and Listening: Conducting interviews, presenting information, and engaging in collaborative discussion relevant to journalism practice.
Language and Grammar: Applying grammar conventions, style rules, and precise word choice appropriate to journalism writing.

How StudyPug Helps NC High School Foundations of Journalism Students

When a student gets stuck on an informational text analysis or cannot remember the grammar rule for a news lead, StudyPug breaks the concept down into clear steps with worked examples they can follow at their own pace. Practice problems let students test themselves immediately after each lesson so gaps are caught before the next assignment.

Every piece of content is organized by strand, matching the way Foundations of Journalism is taught in North Carolina classrooms under the NC Standard Course of Study, so students spend less time searching and more time making progress.

Aligned to NC High School Foundations of Journalism Curriculum

StudyPug lessons and practice problems are built around the strands defined in the NC Standard Course of Study for English Language Arts, ensuring that what students practice on StudyPug matches what their teacher covers in class - from reading informational texts and writing to speaking, listening, and language conventions.

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