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Year 8Citizenship

What is the role of the media in a democracy?

Lesson outcome

In this lesson, we will examine what a democracy is, and the vital role that the media plays within our democracy. We will explore the political affiliations of newspapers, consider how the media 'sets the agenda' and learn about how the media has a duty to educate and inform.