This lesson explores the fundamentals of Stuart Hall's Representation theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Hall himself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks considering power and stereotypes. *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS* This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Media Studies course.

This lesson explores the fundamentals of Stuart Hall's Reception theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Hall himself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks on the encoding/decoding model and applying reception theory to historical vs. contemporary audiences. *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS* This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Media Studies course.

This lesson explores the fundamentals of Claude Lévi-Strauss' Structuralism theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Lévi-Strauss himself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks linked to the ideological significance of binary oppositions in the 'Humans' set text. This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Media Studies course. *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS*

This lesson explores the fundamentals of Judith Butler's Gender Performativity theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Butler herself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks on social constructionism, gender as performance and causing 'gender trouble'. *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS* This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Media Studies course.

This lesson explores the fundamentals of Steve Neale's Genre theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Neale himself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks linked to the concepts of repetition and difference. As part of this, students research a boundary-pushing genre product and consider the three factors that influence genre: institutions, audience and context. This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Media Studies course. *N.B. SLIDE FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS*

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). Lesson 5 involves developing understanding of what media language is and gets students to analyse the media language in film posters and magazines. Includes information on magazine conventions. SET TEXTS REFERRED TO THIS LESSON: Pride, GQ, Pokemon Go, Taylor Swift The seven-week SoW this lesson is part of introduces learners to the theoretical framework and all the key concepts identified in the Eduqas specification. These are to be applied to the set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies. 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.

This lesson explores the fundamentals of George Gerbner's Cultivation theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Gerbner himself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks on newspapers and dominant image patterns, power and ideology (including Gerbner's "Three B's") and students actually taking some of Gerbner's tests from the 1980s! *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS* This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Media Studies course.

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). Lesson 3 explores the application of Reception Theory and Uses and Gratifications Theory. SET TEXTS REFERRED TO THIS LESSON: GQ, Pride. The seven-week SoW this lesson is part of introduces learners to the theoretical framework and all the key concepts identified in the Eduqas specification. These are to be applied to the set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies. 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.

This lesson explores the fundamentals of Tzvetan Todorov's Narratology theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Todorov himself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks linked to the ideological significance of the narrative resolution of the 'Humans' set text. This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Media Studies course. *N.B. SLIDE FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS*

Using quotations from Todorov and definitions of key terms as a starting point for considering the narratology of 'Trainspotting' (1996), this lesson includes several engaging tasks which culminate in a consideration for the ideological significance of Renton's escape and final monologue. This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the reformed Eduqas A-Level Film Studies specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards or qualification types. 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Film Studies course. *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS*

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). Given the quantity of content to be covered in the new GCSE specifications, students must be learning the strategies, processes and skills to be able to analyse ANY print product to Level 7/8/9. This lesson template (to be completed by the teacher for each of the set print products) and accompanying resources ensures learners develop a memorable, repeatable detailed and specific way of analysing print products in depth- ensuring no area is left uncovered! The template is editable so individual teachers can make any amendments or additions as they see fit- it also enables centres to decide on which order they teach the content. *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS* The ‘Print Products’ SoW this lesson is part of develops learners' ability to analyse any print product, whether set or unseen, through using a memorable, repeatable, detailed and specific approach to analysis. There is continual reference to a number of set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies. As well as exploring the conventions, media language, representations and ideologies embedded within print products, learners will develop their understanding of the key concept of regulation including how and why industries are regulated in the UK (linking to the Component 1 Section B exam paper). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.

The 987media Print Products Media Language help sheet is a really useful knowledge organiser of all of the key elements and techniques students should analyse in mise-en-scene and camera for the print products on the new 9-1 GCSE.

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). Lesson 4 is an introduction to genre (including sub-genres, hybrid genres, the concept of repetition and variation etc.) and identifying conventions in film genres and film posters. SET TEXTS REFERRED TO THIS LESSON: The Sun, The Guardian. The seven-week SoW this lesson is part of introduces learners to the theoretical framework and all the key concepts identified in the Eduqas specification. These are to be applied to the set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies. 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). Lesson 3 examines the role of IPSO in press regulation and provides learners with a factsheet and task relating The IPSO Editors Code. The lesson culminates in a mock Component 1 Section B exam paper relating to all of this key newspaper industry information and the issues/debates which surround it. SET TEXTS REFERRED TO THIS LESSON: The Sun *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS* The ‘Print Products’ SoW this lesson is part of develops learners' ability to analyse any print product, whether set or unseen, through using a memorable, repeatable, detailed and specific approach to analysis. There is continual reference to a number of set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies. As well as exploring the conventions, media language, representations and ideologies embedded within print products, learners will develop their understanding of the key concept of regulation including how and why industries are regulated in the UK (linking to the Component 1 Section B exam paper). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). Lesson 2 develops understanding of mass and niche audiences, and the debate around the concept of passive vs. active audiences. SET TEXTS REFERRED TO THIS LESSON: The Guardian, The Sun, Taylor Swift, James Bond The seven-week SoW this lesson is part of introduces learners to the theoretical framework and all the key concepts identified in the Eduqas specification. These are to be applied to the set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies. 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). Lesson 1 examines the role of the BBFC in film regulation, contains a quiz on the age certifications on film products in the UK, and provides learners with a factsheet and task relating to the BBFC's guidance on Spectre. The lesson culminates in a mock Component 1 Section B exam paper relating to all of this key film industry information and the issues/debates which surround it. SET TEXTS REFERRED TO THIS LESSON: Spectre *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS* The ‘Print Products’ SoW this lesson is part of develops learners' ability to analyse any print product, whether set or unseen, through using a memorable, repeatable, detailed and specific approach to analysis. There is continual reference to a number of set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies. As well as exploring the conventions, media language, representations and ideologies embedded within print products, learners will develop their understanding of the key concept of regulation including how and why industries are regulated in the UK (linking to the Component 1 Section B exam paper). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.

This PowerPoint and accompanying help sheet can be used over one or more lessons, ideally soon after the initial film screening. It gets students to engage with the key areas of contextual research needed for a successful study of the narrative and ideology of 'Trainspotting' (1996). This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the reformed Eduqas A-Level Film Studies specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards or qualification types. 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Film Studies course. *N.B. FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS*

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). Lesson 7 explores the concept of representation and stereotyping in both print and moving image texts. Includes an exam-style question relating to the representations of age and gender in 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt' which is then peer-assessed. The seven-week SoW this lesson is part of introduces learners to the theoretical framework and all the key concepts identified in the Eduqas specification. These are to be applied to the set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies. 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.

This lesson explores the fundamentals of Roland Barthes' Semiotics theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Barthes himself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks linked to the 'two orders of signification'. This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their A-Level Media Studies course. *N.B. SLIDE FORMATTING MAY APPEAR INCORRECT IN TES IMAGE PREVIEWS*

This lesson is part of a complete suite of resources for the Eduqas specification, but can easily be adapted to fit other exam boards (OCR, AQA, WJEC, Edexcel). After recapping the contexts for 'This Girl Can' and the concept of active audiences, lesson 9 encourages students to consider the impact an audience can have on products and the institutions that produce them. Students investigate how intertextuality, direct address and montage in the music videos for Taylor Swift 'Bad Blood' and Pharrell Williams 'Freedom' relate to active audiences before undertaking research into the marketing campaign for 'This Girl Can'. Using the help sheet, students explore how 'Thie Girl Can' engages an active audience. SET TEXTS REFERRED TO THIS LESSON: This Girl Can, Taylor Swift 'Bad Blood', Pharrell Williams 'Freedom' The ‘Contexts’ SoW this lesson is part of explores all of the contexts identified for study in the Eduqas specification (1950s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and contemporary). There is continual reference to a number of set texts that are expected to be covered as part of the reformed 9-1 GCSE in Media Studies, with a primary focus on advertising. As well as examining historical, social, cultural and political contexts, by undertaking this scheme students will develop their understanding of the key concept of ideology and how to identify messages embedded within a variety of media products. 987media resources are clear, consistent and scaffolded to give learners the best opportunity to achieve highly in their GCSE Media Studies course.