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Global Science Journalism Report 2021CEFR A1

21 Oct 2021

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Adapted from Ruth Douglas, SciDev • CC BY 2.0

Photo by Brett Jordan, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
1 min
51 words
  • The pandemic puts science in the news.
  • Many science journalists work very hard.
  • A global survey asked journalists about work.
  • Women often have more assignments.
  • Many journalists feel happy in their jobs.
  • Journalists use scientific papers and institutions.
  • Reporters say scientists were more available.
  • Coverage often looks at health and environment.

Difficult words

  • pandemic — A disease that spreads in many countries
  • journalist — A person who writes news for newspapers
    journalists
  • survey — A study that asks many people questions
  • assignment — A piece of work a reporter must do
    assignments
  • institution — An official organization like a university
    institutions
  • coverage — The news report about an event or topic

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Discussion questions

  • Do you read science news?
  • Do you feel happy in your job?
  • Which topic interests you more: health or environment?

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