CLiC News
CLiC News is an online news platform created specifically for primary school pupils. Running for the last 15 years, this initiative is a Sustainability Action Lab collaboration and is produced with the TU Dublin School of Media as part of their 2nd Year online Journalism module.
The website has been created especially for primary school children. It taps into the popularity of the internet in a positive and productive manner. It features all the best that the internet has to offer in terms of engagement, technology and literacy.
How it Works:
Second-year TU Dublin journalism students and their lecturers research and write engaging, age-appropriate news stories covering current events in Ireland and across the globe. This gives university students hands-on journalism experience while providing young readers with safe, high-quality digital content.
What CLiC News Offers
CLiC News combines safe digital learning with real-world journalism skills for young readers. It also provides the following benefits:
- Literacy & skill building: Encourages pupils to practise their writing skills by commenting on news stories.
- Rewards & motivation: Boosts engagement by awarding stars and prizes for pupils' efforts.
- Simple navigation: Designed to be user-friendly for both teachers and pupils in the classroom or at home.
To explore the platform or get your primary school involved, visit www.clicnews.ie.