Level 2 Media Studies
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Hanson.
In this course we will explore the relationship between media products and audiences. We will think critically about emerging issues in our society that are related to media production and consumption.
Media Studies is a practical subject. During this course you will plan, research, record and edit your own podcast. You will also develop an understanding of audience theory and how audiences interact with media products.
Course Overview
Term 1
Reflective social inquiry:
Students undertake an inquiry on a media issue, such as privacy, misinformation, AI content or search algorithms.
Term 2
Script development and podcast pre-production:
Students present their inquiry as a script for an episode of the TechNOW! podcast series, a Nelson College Media production.
Term 3
Podcast production:
Students record and edit their podcast to publication standard.
Term 4
Exam revision:
Students prepare for the external exam on media audiences.
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 1 English or Social Sciences.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A clearfile or scrapbook/workbook (required).
A USB thumb drive and/or SD card (suggested).
Pathway
Careers in broadcasting, journalism, content creation or digital media production.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Course can be endorsed with Merit or Excellence
External
NZQA Info
Media Studies 2.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between a media product and its audience
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Media Studies 2.6 - Complete a developed media product from a design and plan using a range of conventions
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Media Studies 2.8 - Write developed media text for a specific target audience
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Social Studies 2.2 - Conduct a reflective social inquiry