Media Studies Period 4 class

Chapters 7 and 10 (for class no. 22)

First think about media technology and advertising. What did you know about them before you began this course? What have you learnt about them since beginning this course, since they are both topics that affect all aspects of the media? What more do you want to know about them?

Then look quickly through both Chapter 7 and Chapter 10. What similarities and differences are there between the structure of the two chapters and the sort of information they provide?

The following students should read Chapter 7: Erena, Katsuya, Kazumi, Koji, Mia, Satoshi, Shizuka, Yo, Yoshihiro, Youssef
The following students should read Chapter 10: Chiharu, Erika, Kanako, Kei'ichi, Kota, Minyoung, Sayaka, Seunghee, Wataru

Please be ready to explain in your words:


1. The main idea of each section of the chapter.

2. Elements that have changed since the book was published.

3. The differences and similarities between the situations described in the book and the situation in Japan.



a) Is Peter Wall always "objective"? Can you detect any cases where he is suggesting his preference for one particular view?

b) Are there any points that you find difficult to understand? (Ask about these before I ask you!)

c) Are there any points that you would like to discuss further?