Yr 12 Mock Exams

Please note the following time for YR 12 Media Studies Mock Examinations

12D1 (SHE & BUS lesson time):

• Tues 21st April - Periods 5 & 6 Case Study question
• Tues 28th April - Periods 5 & 6 Textual Analysis

12C1 & 12C2 (HOL & JON lesson time)

• Weds 22nd April Periods 1& 2 Case Study question
• Weds 29th April Period 1& 2 Textual Analysis

Please arrive promptly for each examination ensuring you come adequately prepared with the correct equipment.

12CMd2 Magazine Article (Practical Production) Feedback Cover Lesson P1 Thursday 2nd April

Please all sign a paper register and remain in DF05 throughout the duration of your lesson and complete the following work:
In order to complete your evaluations (which we will do after Easter) you need to have objective feedback about your magazine productions on the following:

• Do they follow the codes and conventions of the magazine for which you have produced them?
• Is the narrative structure clear (does it make sense as a feature which serves the purpose of promoting your film?)
• Is the language and layout effective in reaching the target audience?
• Does it meet the brief?

Show your 2 magazine feature articles to at least 3 other groups and get feedback on the above.
Once you have completed this have a look at the mark scheme for the unit. What grade would you give it and why (consider the feedback you have been given)? What changes do you need to make to maximise your grade?

AQA Mark Scheme: http://store.aqa.org.uk/qual/gce/pdf/AQA-MEST2-W-SPM-07.PDF

Homework: Type up your feedback summary and your own thoughts on the grade, based on the mark scheme, commenting also on any changes you are going to make. If you are unable to post on the blog you must print this work out and bring it with you for P1 21st April. Failure to complete the work will result in you being marked down in your coursework.

Yr 12C1/C2 Easter Homework - Exam Preparation

Exam Practice:
Using the techniques you have learnt about responding to the MEST1 Investigating Media Unseen Text answer the following four short answer questions based on the text (link below along with relevant background information). Remember each question is worth 12 marks and needs to include relevant media language, reference to a range of linked key concepts and relevant theories. Don't forget to consider all the information you are given in your response.

Media Audiences: What techniques does the opening sequence use to appeal to a weekday mainstream audience?

Media Institutions: What does this text tell us about the media institutions involved?

Media Forms: How does the extract follow the codes and convention of an opening sequence?

Media Representation: How are people and places represented in this opening sequence?

Spooks Opening Sequence from Series 3, episode 10, broadcast on BBC1 at 9pm Tuesdays.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_v_QXc5qXwU

In addition to this work you should be reading the text book to recap on and develop your media knowledge (look on the left hand column in the yr12 page of the VLE for the link to the book which is stored by chapter) and revising for your exam.

Cover Work Thurs 26.03.09

A reminder that you MUST...

• Stay in DF07 or DF06 throughout the duration of your lesson, signing in on your PC sheet.
• Ensure that a least one person from your group is editing at every session, every day (before school, lunchtime, and after school).
• Show your work to EVERY media mentor AGAIN before the end of the week (Harmeet, Hardeep, Rajan, Ramone, Rupal) and then look out for their written feedback on the Media Mentors 09 blog.

12C1 (p1)

• Continue working in groups on your second magazine print production.  This needs to be completed over the weekend and posted up on to your blog by Monday 30.03.  
• Make sure it is carefully proofread, that it follows the conventions of a model feature (or several features) already published in another magazine, and that you have shown it to another group and at least one Media Mentor for feedback.

Homework (by Monday 30.03.09)

• Make sure all of last week's tasks and homework are completed (see below).
• Finish Print Production 2 and post up on blog, along with all planning/drafting (scan first drafts, post up the different images you were considering).
• Continue editing Trailer.  You should have edited to at least the 90 second mark by now.  By Monday you need to be at the two minute mark ready for checking by me next week.
• Each individual group member write two progress reports on your blogs (1. For Video Production; 2. For Print Productions).  What have you achieved this week (www)? What needs to be improved (ebi)? What are your targets or the next best steps you need to take next week (nbs)?

Remember...there is only one week to go until deadlines now!!

Cover Work Thurs 19.03.09

A reminder that you MUST...

• Stay in DF07 or DF06 throughout the duration of your lesson, signing in on your PC sheet.
• Ensure that a least one person from your group is editing at every session, every day (before school, lunchtime, and after school).
• Show your work to EVERY media mentor before the end of the week (Harmeet, Hardeep, Rajan, Ramone, Rupal) and then look out for their written feedback on the Media Mentors 09 blog.

12C1 (p1)

• Continue working in groups on your Empire magazine print production.  This needs to be completed over the weekend and posted up on to your blog by Monday 23.03.  
• Make sure it is carefully proofread, that it follows the conventions of a model feature (or several features) already published in Empire, and that you have shown it to another group and at least one Media Mentor for feedback. Also, Mr Babu knows lots of tips and tricks about print productions and image editing so make sure you consult him this week too.

Homework (by Monday 23.03.09)

• Finish Print Production 1 and post up on blog, along with all planning/drafting (scan first drafts, post up the different images you were considering).
• Continue editing Trailer.  You should have edited to the one minute mark this week.  By Monday you need to be at the 90 second mark.
• Each individual group member write a detailed proposal for Print Production 2 (can be any other magazine) and post up on the production blog.  You will discuss your ideas next week.
• Each individual group member write two progress reports on your blogs (1. For Video Production; 2. For Print Productions).  What have you achieved this week (www)? What needs to be improved (ebi)? What are your targets or the next best steps you need to take next week (nbs)?

Remember...there are only two weeks to go until deadlines now!!

Adulthood & Censorship

The lesson and questions which you need to apply to your case studies is now on the VLE as a powerpoint file. Please complete all questions for homework. Remember your case study is worth 40% of your exam grade!

Media Mentors' Blog

Just launched...

A blog that'll be updated daily by the Media Mentors where they'll provide feedback, tips and targets about how to improve your practical productions.

So keep checking back regularly to see what they have to say (there's a link to their blog on the sidebar too) and read their introductions that they'll be posting up soon too.

Magazine Article Titles

Post up as a comment your proposed title for your first print production article...