OCR A level media studiesStudent guide 1,: Media messages

Exam board: OCRLevel: A-levelSubject: Media StudiesFirst teaching: September 2017First exams: Summer 2018Build, reinforce and assess the knowledge and skills required for OCR A Level Media Studies; this accessible guide provides full coverage of the content in Component 1, alongside practice questions and assessment guidance. Produced in partnership with OCR, this book:- Concisely covers all aspects of 'News' and 'Media Language and Representation'- Increases knowledge of the theoretical framework and contexts surrounding the set media products, with clear explanations and relevant examples- Develops the skills of critical analysis, reflection and evaluation that students need in order to use, apply and debate academic ideas and arguments- Ensures understanding of specialist terminology by defining the key terms within the specification- Helps students achieve their best under the new assessment requirements with practice questions, study advice and assessment support