7 ENGLISH
Unit 4 - Week 19
Quarter 4 – Module 24: Understanding the
Power of News
Author
(KC PAGAPONG LUARDO)
Remedial Instruction
Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners, can continue
learning even while at home. It contains carefully designed activities, directions, and
exercises to help you understand the lesson better.
This module focuses on helping you become more aware of what’s happening in the world
through reading and reflecting on current news. Understanding the power of news not only
strengthens your reading and thinking skills but also develops your sense of awareness and
responsibility as a young citizen.
Each part of this module will guide you step-by-step—from identifying credible sources, to
summarizing key information, and reflecting on how news affects you and your community.
Pre-tests are provided to check what you already know. At the end of the module, you’ll
take a post-test to measure what you’ve learned. Answer keys are also included for self-
checking. Please use them honestly and wisely.
Use this module with care. Avoid putting unnecessary marks on any page. Answer the
exercises on a separate sheet of paper. Make sure to read the instructions well before
doing each task.
If you have questions or need help with this module, don’t hesitate to reach out to your
teacher or learning facilitator.
Thank you, and happy learning!
What I Need to Know
This module aims to help you:
- Identify credible news sources from print and digital media.
- Summarize key information from various news formats.
- Reflect on how current events impact individuals and communities.
What I Know
Task: True or False
Write T if the statement is true and F if it is false.
___ News articles are always factual and without bias.
___ Watching news is only for adults and not necessary for students.
___ A credible news source verifies its facts before publishing.
___ Summarizing helps retain key information from news.
___ News affects only people in government and politics.
What’s In
You have learned about different types of texts and how to understand their purpose and
message.
Now, you will focus on understanding news media—how to extract key information, think
critically, and reflect on what it means for you and your community.
What is it
News provides updated information about events happening locally or globally. It can come
from print media like newspapers or from digital platforms.
A good news reader is curious, critical, and careful about verifying facts.
Example: Reading two news stories about the same event can show different perspectives.
What’s More
Activity: Compare and reflect
1. Read one article from a newspaper.
2. Read a similar article from a website or news app.
3. Use the guide questions:
- What is the main point of the article?
- How do the sources differ?
- What did you learn from each?
What I Have Learned
Complete the statements:
News is important because __________________________________.
A credible source is ________________________________________.
Summarizing means ________________________________________.
News can affect me by ______________________________________.
What I Can Do
Activity: Create a News Digest
Collect two current news stories (one print, one online). For each:
- Write the headline and source.
- Summarize the key information.
- Reflect on its impact on your life or your community.
Use your own words. Keep your work organized and neat.
Assessment
Task: True or False
Write T if the statement is true and F if it is false.
___ A summary includes your personal opinion about the news.
___ News summaries should include the article's title and source.
___ Reflections describe how the news affects your thoughts or life.
___ Reliable news can be found only in newspapers.
___ Watching the news can increase awareness about important issues.
Additional Activities
Assignment: News Scrapbook
Create a small scrapbook page with the following:
- A clipped or printed article (with title and source)
- A summary in 3–5 sentences
- A short reflection paragraph
Decorate it neatly and be ready to present it to the class.
RUBRICS;
1 – Needs
Criteria 4 – Excellent 3 – Good 2 – Satisfactory
Improvement
Relevant articles with Mostly relevant Some relevant Irrelevant or
Content accurate and articles with clear content; summaries incomplete
complete summaries summaries need clarity summaries
Clear and shows Basic or unclear
Insightful and well- Lacks reflection or
Reflection some personal connection to
connected to real life off-topic
connection personal insight
Very neat, well- Somewhat
Neat and Disorganized or
Presentation organized, and organized, minimal
organized messy
creative effort in presentation
Structure Follows all Follows most Misses one or two Does not follow
1 – Needs
Criteria 4 – Excellent 3 – Good 2 – Satisfactory
Improvement
instructions
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Answer Key: What I Know / Assessment
1. F – News articles can be biased or misleading if not from a credible source.
2. F – Students should also stay informed; news helps develop awareness.
3. T – Credible sources verify facts before publishing.
4. T – Summarizing helps highlight and retain key points.
5. F – News can impact everyone, not just officials or politicians.
6. F – A summary should be factual and not include personal opinions.
7. T – Summaries should include the article’s title and source.
8. T – Reflections connect the news to your own experiences.
9. F – Reliable news exists in both print and digital platforms.
10. T – News builds awareness about local and global issues.