JEA statement on student free expression
in a vibrant and flourishing democracy
The Journalism Education Association, at its board meeting in Seattle Washington April 6, unanimously passed the following statement: To...
Read MoreAddressing issues involved in fake news
According to a study in a Pew Research Center report released recently, 88 percent of U.S. adults say they believe fake news is causing...
Read MoreNews literacy resource: Using NewsWhip in the classroom
Teaching news and media literacy requires a seemingly endless set of contemporary resources. As media changes, examples become outdated,...
Read MoreIllinois civics law reinforces
value of journalism education
by Stan Zoller, MJE The successful passage and subsequent signing by Illinois governor Bruce Rauner of legislation that mandates a...
Read MorePractical application the best way
to learn civic involvement, not tests
And that involvement should include journalism An April 21 Education Week article notes that a dozen state legislators want to require...
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