First Blog

1) Why did you choose GCSE Media Studies?
I chose GCSE media because it seems really interesting and fun. It's also relaxed compared to all the exams we will be having this year.

2) Which part of the course are you looking forward to most?
I am mostly looking forward to making the music video because its something new that I've never done before and I'm excited to learn how to edit a video.

3) What knowledge and skills do you hope to learn in Media?
I hope to learn how to use Photoshop and how to edit photos in a professional way.

4)What grade are you realistically hoping to achieve in Media?
A/A*

5) What was the last TV programme or film you watched?
The last TV programme I watched was Pretty Little Liars.

6) Why do you think that TV programme or film appealed to an audience?
I think this TV programme appeals to the audience because it has the constant suspense and there are new things constantly happening. 

7) What technology have you used to access the media in the last 24 hours? (Radio, TV, phone etc.)
In the last 24 hours I have used my phone to access the media. 

8) What device do you use most to access the media?
I use my phone to mostly access the media.

9) What aspects of Pointless might the audience enjoy? List at least three things and explain why the audience would enjoy each aspect.

~The stage is very bright and this makes the show appealing and intriguing.
~The presenter is very happy and tries to make jokes which makes the audience feel welcomed.
~The idea of pointless is unique. 

10)Extension question: What can you spot in Pointless that you will find in most television game shows? (E.g. presenter) These are called key conventions - list as many as you can think of.

~The presenter in game shows is always friendly and funny which makes the audience like him/her and therefore watch the show more often.

~Each game show is unique and has different rules for the contestants to win the prize money.