What do the lessons in Foundations of Journalism look like?

Each lesson provides a clear step-by-step explanation followed by worked examples and guided practice problems, so students can work through journalism concepts at their own pace and revisit anything they find difficult.

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

Tennessee's TCAP assessments focus on core English Language Arts courses. Foundations of Journalism is an elective and is not a designated TCAP tested course, so there is no separate state exam specifically for this class.

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TN High School Journalism Curriculum

Q: Will this help with my child's high school Foundations of Journalism homework?

Yes. StudyPug offers step-by-step lessons and practice problems covering reading informational texts, writing, speaking and listening, and language and grammar - all matched to Tennessee Academic Standards.

Give your high schooler the support they need in Foundations of Journalism. Our lessons and practice problems match what Tennessee classrooms teach, from informational texts to language and grammar.

TN High School Journalism Curriculum

IDStandardStudyPug Topic

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 Tennessee Foundations of Journalism

Tennessee follows the Tennessee Academic Standards for English Language Arts, organizing high school English courses around reading, writing, speaking and listening, and language. Foundations of Journalism covers reading informational texts critically, producing clear written work, developing speaking and listening skills, and applying language and grammar conventions. StudyPug provides step-by-step lessons, guided practice, and worked examples aligned to each of these strands.

Strands: reading informational texts, writing, speaking and listening, and language and grammar
Step-by-step lessons and guided practice for every strand
Practice problems and worked examples to reinforce each concept
Content aligned to the Tennessee Academic Standards for English Language Arts

Curriculum topics by strand

Lessons and practice for every strand, aligned to the Tennessee Academic Standards for English Language Arts.

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Tennessee High School Foundations of Journalism Topics

Reading Informational Texts: Analyzing and evaluating a range of nonfiction and journalistic sources, including arguments, evidence, and authorial purpose.
Writing: Producing journalistic and informational writing including news articles, feature pieces, editorials, and research-based compositions with clear structure and evidence.
Speaking and Listening: Developing skills for presenting information, participating in discussions, and evaluating spoken media relevant to journalism practice.
Language and Grammar: Applying standard grammar, usage, punctuation, and style conventions essential for producing accurate and professional journalistic work.

How StudyPug Helps Tennessee High School Foundations of Journalism Students

When a student gets stuck on an informational reading passage or a writing assignment, StudyPug offers step-by-step explanations and worked examples that break down exactly what is needed. Students can return to any lesson as many times as they need, working through practice problems until the concept is clear.

Every piece of content is organized around the strands that appear in Tennessee Academic Standards, so students spend their time on material that directly supports what they are learning in class - whether that is drafting a news story or analyzing a source for bias.

Aligned to Tennessee High School Foundations of Journalism Curriculum

StudyPug content for Foundations of Journalism is built around the Tennessee Academic Standards for English Language Arts. Each strand - reading informational texts, writing, speaking and listening, and language and grammar - is covered with lessons and practice that reflect the skills and knowledge Tennessee high school students are expected to develop in this course.

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Last updated June 5, 2026

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