( CNN Student News ) -- October 16 , 2013 . As we hit the mid-point of the week , CNN Student News reports on a diplomatic meeting to discuss Iran 's nuclear program , and we cover the impact of a powerful earthquake in the Philippines . We also share the story of the newest Medal of Honor recipient . Plus , after a report about a restaurant where diners eat in silence , we ask students to consider whether they could make it through a mute meal . On this page you will find today 's show Transcript , the Daily Curriculum , Maps pertaining to today 's show , and a place for you to leave feedback . TRANSCRIPT . Click here to access the transcript of today 's CNN Student News program . Please note that there may be a delay between the time when the video is available and when the transcript is published . DAILY CURRICULUM . Click here for a printable version of the Daily Curriculum ( PDF ) . Media Literacy Question of the Day : . What criteria might news producers use to determine whether to include combat video in a news broadcast ? Is this kind of video necessary in a news broadcast ? Explain . Key Concepts : Identify or explain these subjects you heard about in today 's show : . 1. economic sanctions . 2 . Medal of Honor . 3. nonverbal communication . Fast Facts : How well were you listening to today 's program ? 1 . What is at the center of the international debate over Iran 's nuclear program ? 2 . Describe the effects of an earthquake that struck the Philippines yesterday . 3 . For what actions did U.S. Army Capt . William Swenson receive the Medal of Honor ? Discussion Questions : . 1 . How do you think that the international community can tell if economic sanctions on Iran are working or not ? ( What effects might these sanctions have ? ) How do you think the international community could verify whether a country is pursuing a nuclear weapons program ? 2 . How would you define `` hero '' ? What heroic characteristics might a Medal of Honor recipient have ? How do you think that U.S. officials determine who should be awarded a Medal of Honor ? 3 . Do you generally go out to eat for the food , for social reasons , or for a combination of the two ? Would you want to eat at the restaurant featured in the report ? Do you think you would enjoy a meal during which you and your family or friends were n't allowed to talk ? Why or why not ? CNN Student News is created by a team of journalists and educators who consider the Common Core State Standards , national standards in different subject areas , and state standards when producing the show and curriculum . We hope you use our free daily materials along with the program , and we welcome your feedback on them . MAPS . Download PDF maps related to today 's show : . Europe . Geneva , Switzerland . Asia . Philippines ; Afghanistan . FEEDBACK . We 're looking for your feedback about CNN Student News . Please use this page to leave us comments about today 's program , including what you think about our stories and our resources . Also , feel free to tell us how you use them in your classroom . The educators on our staff will monitor this page and may respond to your comments as well . Thank you for using CNN Student News ! Click here to submit your Roll Call request .
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