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Let's do a practice of this to make sure we're ready to go.
Step One:
Today, you will be the National News Expert.
Step Two:
Part One:
Before you begin reading your article, read over the following short websites about how to make an effective and brief summary:
Effective Summarizing Strategies
Part Two:
Here is the article that you should read: New York Times healthcare article
Step Three:
As you're reading, draft a one paragraph summary of your reading. Make sure you're highlighting the main ideas, and allow the audience to get the gist of the article.
Step Four:
Your task now is to turn this summary into a 30 second "sound bite" that you can read on the air. Look at your language-is it dynamic? Does it sound like something you'd hear a reporter deliver?
Step Five:
Practice giving your news briefing to other students. How's your delivery? Are you engaging and dynamic?
Watch THIS CLIP for tips on how to deliver the news like a pro.