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OverviewDeveloping key topics in depth and introducing students to the notion of independent study, this full colour, highly illustrated textbook is designed to support students through the transition from AS to A2 and is the perfect guide for the new WJEC A2 Media Studies syllabus. Individual chapters, written by experienced teachers and examiners cover the following key areas: / Introduction: From AS to A2 / 1. Key Concepts: genre, narrative, representation, audience / 2. Developing Textual Analysis / 3. Theoretical Perspectives / 4. Passing MS4: Text, Industry and Audience / 5. Passing MS3: Media Investigation and Production / Epilogue Specially designed to be user-friendly, A2 Media Studies: The Essential Introduction for WJEC includes activities, key terms, case studies, sample exam questions and over 120 full colour images. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Antony Bateman , Peter Bennett (Chief Examiner for GCE Communication & Culture & Senior Lecturer in Education, University of Wolverhampton, UK) , Sarah Casey Benyahia , Peter WallPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 17.40cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.703kg ISBN: 9780415586597ISBN 10: 0415586593 Pages: 338 Publication Date: 02 December 2010 Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Tertiary & Higher Education , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Unknown Availability: Out of stock Table of ContentsSelected Contents: Figure List Acknowledgements How to Use This Book Introduction: From AS to A2 PART 1: Media Theories, Concepts and Issues 1. Key Concepts: genre, narrative, representation, audience 2. Developing Textual Analysis 3. Theoretical Perspectives PART 2: Preparing for the WJEC Units 4. Passing MS4: Text, Industry, Audience 5. Passing MS3: Media Investigation and Production Epilogue Glossary Bibliography IndexReviews`This book will be an indispensable guide to the subject for both students and teachers. Some inspiring case studies and useful guidance to relevant theory and subject content makes this textbook essential reading. This is exactly what is needed to achieve exam success in the WJEC specification for A level Media Studies.' Claire Mortimer, Colchester Sixth Form College ‘This book will be an indispensable guide to the subject for both students and teachers. Some inspiring case studies and useful guidance to relevant theory and subject content makes this textbook essential reading. This is exactly what is needed to achieve exam success in the WJEC specification for A level Media Studies.’ Claire Mortimer, Colchester Sixth Form College 'This book will be an indispensable guide to the subject for both students and teachers. Some inspiring case studies and useful guidance to relevant theory and subject content makes this textbook essential reading. This is exactly what is needed to achieve exam success in the WJEC specification for A level Media Studies.' Claire Mortimer, Colchester Sixth Form College Author InformationChief Examiner for GCE Communication & Culture & Senior Lecturer in Education, University of Wolverhampton, UK Teacher, Film and Media Studies Chair of Examiners for GCE Media Studies & Communication Studies Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |