A two hour lesson which introduces and explores the feminist theory bell hooks. This is a set theory for Eduqas A Level media but relevant to all study of media representations. The lessons focuses on: Time Magazine, Beyonce’s Formation and The Jinx but these could be replaced with any relevant media products.

An introductory lesson for the theory of Strauss’ binary opposition. Includes explanation, worked examples and activities for students. Can be adapted to fit with different media area of studies: film, tv, advertising etc.

An introduction to the media, who controls it, who owns it and the effect it has on our lives. Includes - 1 hour PowerPoint, clip, worksheets, differentiated fully suitable for KS3/4 easily adapted for either. Includes different level tasks for MA,LA or Core. Check out the EC Publishing website for full, affordable PSHE, Citizenship and RE Packages for all year groups including the new 2024 Complete PSHE Package. You can contact us at info@ecpublishing.co.uk Many more inexpensive and free RE, Citizenship GCSE 9-1 and PSHE resources at my shop: EC_Resources Leave me a review and pick any other resource for free :)

A basic outline of Stuart Hall’s reception audience theory for use with Eduqas exam board. Examples taken from set text products but can be changed to suit different examples.

Please note: I have also created a whole unit on the key concepts which you will find useful- priced at just £3.99 please follow this link: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/key-media-concepts-and-theory-full-unit-gcse-media-studies-as-media-studies-11710838 THIS RESOURCE is a one page Mat which explains each of the key concepts. Works best when enlarged to A3 and laminated in colour (great to reuse again and again). Each of the key media concepts explained in a student- friendly way. Suited to higher ability GCSE students and all AS/ A2 students of Media. M- Media Language I- Ideology G- Genre R- Representation A- Audience I- Institutions N- Narrative

A lesson which explores media regulation as a concept and looks at some media products which have been complained about and banned in the UK. The lesson also focuses on Livingstone and Lunt’s theory of regulation, breaks down and evaluates the ideas of the theory. The lesson focuses on the set TV products for Eduqas A level Media Component 2 but can be very easily adapted to focus on any other media products or industries. Makes use the the Eduqas A Level year 2 text book.

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.

Perfect for classroom display or student revision! Bring Media Studies to life with this vibrant and accessible set of Media Theory Posters designed specifically for the Eduqas GCSE Media Studies course. These eye-catching posters simplify key media theorists and theories into student-friendly summaries, memorable quotes, and bold visuals – ideal for helping learners understand and recall core concepts. What’s Included: 17 full-colour posters (A4 or A3 printable) Each poster features: • Name of the theory and theorist • Simple one-sentence explanation • Direct quote from the theorist • Bold image for dual coding Covers theories on representation, narrative, identity, media language, gender, race, and audience Theorists Included: Stuart Hall, Roland Barthes, David Gauntlett, Levi-Strauss, Propp, Dyer, Andrew Goodwin, Alvarado, , Dyer, Goodwin, Propp, Todorov, Blumler & Katz, Katz and Lasarsfield, Stanley Cohan, Steve Neale, Levi-Strauss, Mulvey, Van-Zoonan, and more! Designed by a Media Studies teacher with over 25 years teaching experience, for use with mixed-ability groups – perfect for displays, revision walls, theory lessons, or student folders. Printable PDF – ready to download and print at home or school. Aligned with the Eduqas GCSE Media Studies glossary and exam content, but also suitable for other specifications (AQA, OCR) or KS5 introduction.

Whole Unit of Work consisting of 73 Slides covering course content for BlackPink The Game by TakeOne/YG Entertainment based off the CSP booklet from AQA. Tasks for students to work independently, exam questions included, links to BP Music Video CSP. Covers all areas listed in booklet - whole CSP.

An introductory scheme of work for year 9 exploring genres, semiotic analysis and production skills for preparing them for a GCSE level course. As a teacher who has achieved grade 9 results in the current AQA Media Studies course these rescources are tried and tested. SEN friendly with lesson plans, overviews and student booklets all included within the package. The trailer section should be updated with current links to trailers to keep it current. this project sees students explore the superhero genre and create a short scene using video editing, it covers a lot of foundation theories ahead of the GCSE course.

A comprehensive 37 slide presentation on the brand new AQA CSP product 'BlackPink The Game (BPTG) added to the course in 2024. This presentation looks exclusively at the game through the theoritical framework of Media REPRESENTATIONS. This resource also contains multiple video files of gameplay. I will be uploading further presentations for the other study areas.

Introduction lesson to Voting Behaviour and the Media This lesson introduces students to the concept of studying voting behaviour and examines factors which may affect voting behaviour. The idea is that students are then given case studies to produce and present on an individual election. Includes powerpoint on intro lesson which covers 1979 and 1997 key case studies as an overview of what happened in each election. Debate on the question “1979/1997 elections were lost by the government rather than won by the opposition” examination of Valence Voting and brief introduction of other theories. Detailed statistic booklet on General Elections since 1979 Template sheet for students to make notes on each election during Presentations with example for 1945 Election. PNG images for illustration only, files include fully editable powerpoint and word documents.

A revision resource for A Level Media Studies focused on the WJEC Eduqas specification and the theorists listed in the exam board Teaching Guides. I encourage my students to highlight the sections on the sheet as we cover the material. It also serves as a basis for checking knowledge later on. It is designed to fit on a single side of A4 paper, though it scales decently to A3 for displaying. The two-page resource summarises each theoretical viewpoint briefly and organises the theorists according to the appropriate theoretical framework. This resource pairs reasonably well with the A Level Media Studies - Exams Structure and Theories knowledge organiser available on the store. Both the .pdf and the .pub are included so that you can customise it to your teaching groups.

This lesson explores the fundamentals ofHenry Jenkins' Fandom theory, as covered in the Eduqas A-Level specification. Includes quotations from Jankins himself, definitions of key terms and engaging tasks on 'textual poachers', the five levels of activity demonstrated in fandom and a research task on applying five key Jenkins quotations to online media products. *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.

A detailed, engaging and well-differentiated lesson to encourage critical thinking (lasting 1-2 hours), focused on the growth of Fake News and ‘alternative facts’. These resources teach students how we must always use critical thinking skills when studying media material. Included: 1 - 2 hour PowerPoint, worksheets, clips, alternative facts reading comprehension, well differentiated, KS3/ KS4. These resources have been designed to be engaging, detailed and easy to follow. All our resources are editable (so easy to adapt for your classes) and are designed to last one hour each. You can find many more inexpensive and free PSHE, Citizenship and RE resources at my shop: EC_Resources Leave me a review and pick any other resource for free :) Or you can check out some of our most popular PSHE, Citizenship and RE resources below: Mental Health PSHE Bundle 1 Whole Year of PSHE Resources British Values Citizenship Bundle Careers, Employment and Enterprise Bundle Islam Bundle Sex and Relationships Education GCSE CITIZENSHIP 9-1

A set of short summary slides for key media studies theories: Audience Theories- Jenkins, Hall, Gerbner, Bandura, Shirky, Hesmondhalgh, Two-step flow, hypodermic needle, Uses & gratifications, Livingston & Lunt, Curran & Seaton, Language Theories- Strauss, Barthes, Todorov, Propp, Neale Representation Theories- Hall, hooks, Mulvey, Butler, Gauntlett, Gilroy, Van Zoonen Postmodern Theories-Postmodern elements, Baudrillard, Lyotard, Jameson. Ecology Theories- McLuhan, Postman, Ong Can be printed double sided to use as flashcards for student revision. Accessible to a range of students with questions to apply to set texts and case studies to encourage student application of theories too.

Media Theories PPT Provides an overview of key Media theories for BTEC Media Studies

A collection of theory handouts that I use to supplement the points taught in lesson via PowerPoint. Each handout summarises the main points behind the theory in a way which is designed to be useful for revision at the end of the year. Have a close read as a couple have been personalised with my name which you may wish to replace with yours! Hope these prove useful in relation to your own teaching, any feedback is appreciated.

Moral Panics and media effects, will need personalisation for groups and modernising as the years pass (as media moves so quickly) but good enough to get a Y12 group discussing what the media does to manipulate the audience.

Representation Info on: Jackson Katz Laura Mulvey David Gilmore Hegemony Patriarchy Narative Research Info task on: Propp Todorov Barthes Lévi-Strauss