We will be studying a variety of film, television and print texts including advertising. You will learn critical terminology appropriate to media analysis such as: camera shots, angles and editing techniques, and understand how to analyse and evaluate these techniques.
Some of our texts we study will have a Scottish context which will also enable pupils to gain their Level 5 Scottish Studies award.
National 5 – Pupils will develop the ability to analyse media content, develop knowledge of media literacy and the role of media in society as well as creating media content.
Assessment
Analysing Media Content with a Scottish Context The purpose of this unit is to develop the skills to analyse media content. This unit provides learners with the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of media contexts, roles and the key aspects of media literacy central to the detailed analysis of media content.
Creating Media Content with a Scottish Context The purpose of this unit is to develop the skills to plan and create media content, and evaluate production processes. This unit provides learners with the opportunity to develop knowledge and understanding of the key aspects of media literacy central to creating media content.
The National 5 Media exam is out of 50 marks and tests candidates’ knowledge on many aspects of the media including: technical and cultural codes, target audiences and how the media affects peoples’ behaviour and attitudes.
Progression
The media has never before had such an impact on every aspect of our lives. The things we talk about, the opinions we hold and the choices we make are being constantly shaped by the information we now have access to 24 hours a day. This course will encourage you to think more carefully about where this information comes from and crucially how it influences you and others around you.Developing your analysis and evaluation skills is core to a wide variety of careers, including careers in the media industry.
