International reporting: explain the event and the frame around it

Practice pathway
1. Map and context: ____________________
2. Dated timeline: ____________________
3. Local sources: ____________________
4. Checked translation: ____________________
5. Data comparison: ____________________
6. Limits and safety: ____________________

Worked example
Fictional comparison: two reports show growth of 4% and 6%. Check period, currency, inflation treatment and territory before comparing them. Explain incompatible definitions. Keep the original term when a translation could materially change its interpretation.

Review before publishing
[ ] The main question has a clear answer.
[ ] Claims have a source and date.
[ ] Script, sound and pictures agree.
[ ] Names, numbers and quotes are checked.
[ ] Materials have permission for use.
[ ] The transcript or text alternative is reviewed.

Project deliverable
A reviewed piece, its source sheet and a note explaining what changed.