By using these resources, students become familiar with the five language types which form the basis of study for Leaving Certificate English paper one in a very practical way; the languages of Information, Argument, Narration, Persuasion as well as the Aesthetic Use of Language. Press Pass also introduces students to a variety of texts – among them interviews, news reports, feature articles, sports commentary etc. By reading these texts students will become alert to different language registers and styles and will gain an awareness of language in context.
Whilst Press Pass is aimed at TY students, some schools run the programme for all strands of secondary education from 1st year right up to Leaving Cert. The reason for this is the programme seeks to improve literacy and critical thinking skills while helping students to develop a deeper understanding of news media and how it communicates about the world around them.
Note: The workbooks are designed to be used in conjunction with newspapers to facilitate students’ understanding of the newspaper format. Schools can register their interest on the Press Pass website and nominate a local newsagent.
Schools in Ireland have access to over 60 national and local newspapers with some dating back as far as 1738... More Info
The Irish Times full digital archive back to 1859 is freely available to all schools in Ireland ... More Info
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