media exam 2 coursework- Jasneet

  Use  BBC Sounds to listen to Radio 1 . Select a Newsbeat bulletin (8am or 12.45pm are good options)  and then answer the following questions:  1) What news stories were featured in the bulletin you listened to? The Newsbeat bulletin I listened to included stories about world news, politics, sport, and entertainment. There was also a report about a gunman attack and updates on how people were affected. 2) How does Newsbeat appeal to a youth audience? News warappeals to young people because it uses simple language and short reports. The presenters sound relaxed and friendly, and the stories often focus on topics young people care about, like social media, celebrities, and mental health. 3) How might Newsbeat help  fulfil the BBC's responsibilities as a public service broadcaster? Newsbeat  helps the BBC as a public service broadcaster because it keeps young people informed about important events. It explains news clearly and makes serious topics easier for ...

  Read  Media Factsheet #224 Understanding the Industrial Context of Radio . This will give you a wider perspective on industry contexts for radio with particular focus on the industry theorists (Hesmondhalgh, Curran & Seaton, Livingstone & Lunt). Answer the following questions:  1) Read the first two pages of the factsheet. How does the Factsheet argue that radio still has cultural significance in the digital age?  The factsheet says radio is still important because lots of people still listen to it around the world. It is cheap, easy to access and helps local communities and new artists. In some countries without good internet access, radio is still the main way people get news and entertainment. The factsheet also says radio feels personal because presenters speak directly to listeners. 2) Look at the page 4 section on media theories. Briefly summarise the ideas of Curran and Seaton, Hesmondhalgh and Livingstone and Lunt. Curran and Seaton say media owners...