Current Events- Research, Reflection & Presentation for CTE Health Science Class

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Make health science relevant and engaging with this activity where students take ownership of their learning by choosing both the current health event they want to research and the format they use to present it.

What’s Included:
✅ Research worksheet with guiding questions (5 W’s + career & community impact)
✅ Student-friendly directions
✅ Presentation choice board (students select how to share their findings)
✅ Self-check checklist for students
✅ Teacher rubric for consistent grading
✅ Exit ticket reflection prompt
✅ Full lesson plan with objectives, materials, and procedures

How It Works:
Students pick a recent health-related news article (within the last 30 days) from credible sources such as the CDC, WHO, NIH, or local health departments. After completing the guided worksheet, they choose how to present their findings—whether as a news broadcast, infographic, slideshow, flyer, or mock interview. This flexibility encourages creativity and keeps students engaged while reinforcing critical thinking and communication skills.

Skills Covered:
✔ Research & media literacy
✔ Critical thinking & reflection
✔ Communication & presentation skills
✔ Career connections in health science

This lesson highlights student choice while helping them build real-world connections between healthcare, patients, and the community.

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