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(CNN Student News) -- April 1, 2010

Media Literacy Question of the Day

How would you define "media literacy"? What do you think might be the benefits of learning how media messages are produced? Explain.

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Drilling Decision

According to CNN's Suzanne Malveaux: What regions are included in President Barack Obama's plan for oil and natural gas drilling? Why will some offshore areas remain off-limits to drilling?

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According to the report: What has been the reaction to the president's plan? Why do you think that the political reaction to this plan is split in both the Democratic and Republican parties?

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What groups do you think might benefit from this drilling proposal? Who do think might oppose it? Explain.

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Honoring Jaime Escalante

Who was Jaime Escalante? What were some of his professional accomplishments?

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Why do you think that some people are motivated to become teachers? Explain.

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Who are some of the teachers that have had the greatest impact on you? In your opinion, what qualities do these individuals possess that help them succeed in their field?

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Walk in Our Shoes

What are some of the images that are included in the iReport video featured in the program?

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Would you want to visit any of the locations seen in the iReport? If so, which ones and why?

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If you were to select a theme for videos created by people from around the world, what theme would you choose and why?

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