YEAR 13 LESSON THIRTY-ONE [ 21st Jan 14]: Homework

The aim of today's lesson was to continue to develop the critical skills required for Section A of the examination paper. The questions and texts used in today's session can be found below:
How is the town of Scarborough represented in these two texts?
Short Film:
http://vimeo.com/83394732 
Mobile phone footage:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6xpFbVCFVw
The second question was:
What impact has the mobile phone had upon the digital world?

HOMEWORK: Complete these two questions. Remember, the Scarborough question requires a convincing use of media language. Be brief, precise and detailed. The class discussion that considered possible content for the 'mobile phone' question was excellent. Feel free to use the bullet points below to guide your response. This is a summary of our class discussion:

• Reference was made to the Ian Tomlinson case and how the mobile phone can be used to challenge powerful institutions such as the Police and the mainstream media. Remember, the mainstream media published the Police representation of this incident and a member of the public used mobile phone footage to challenge this representation of this tragic event.
• Citizen Journalism has transformed the immediacy of 24 Hour News footage. The BBC openly encourages the audience to offer mobile phone footage of incidents to enhance News coverage. Reference was made in our discussion to The Arab Spring. Other examples of mobile phone footage are required to illustrate this response.
• The mobile phone allows an individual to access information at any time, in almost any location. A smart phone is a mini-computer that can be used as a source of information and entertainment. 'For examples' are required to illustrate this viewpoint.
• Reference was made to the PHONE HACKING SCANDAL and how illegal access to mobile phone information has compromised personal privacy and security. This scandal was the catalyst for THE LEVESON INQUIRY and inspired a national debate that considered the role and purpose of the press in the UK.Students might also like to refer to DISHFIRE. Click on link below to gain some wisdom: http://blogs.channel4.com/siobhan-kennedy/mobile-company-demands-answers-dishfire-spying-programme/735

Remember, in the exam, you will have One Hour to answer three questions. These two questions need to be brief but detailed.
The mock exam results were very encouraging. Well done. Students now need to consider their coursework. Next week you need to offer me some clear ideas of the media issues and debates that will be the focus of your critical investigation. IT IS NEARLY COURSEWORK TIME FOLKS.