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Write a Press Release

Communicate the important details of a project to the public by writing a press release in Google Docs.

Example outcome

Lesson details

Learning objectives

By the end of this lesson, students should be able to:
  • Understand the benefits of writing a press release
  • Create an effective press release to share details about a large-scale school or community project

Time to complete

45—90 minutes

Audience

  • Key Stage 3
  • Key Stage 4
  • Post-16

Digital tools

  • Icon representing the Docs toolDocs

Skills

  • Communication
  • Digital publishing
  • Document formatting
  • Writing strategies
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