A group based activity where students create case studies of a group of females from different action / scifi films and compare to the stereotypical woman. Uses Propp's narrative theory in planning and comes with a set of resources for the group work.

An engaging television opening using the opening scene from breaking Bad - looks at camera angles and has a number of frames which students like to discuss followed by a mini essay question.

A case study which looks at the promotion of the Angry Birds phenomenon. It gives students some history and then looks at how synergy is used and gives points for research. Very good to explain promotion of apps and interactive media.

A mini scheme which can be adapted which introduces students to both Media studies and English non-fiction - resources and homework included - can be developed and adapted for higher and lower abilities. Approximately 7/8 lessons worth of activities.