Media Studies 2014, period 4 class

Chapters 6 and 9 (for class no. 11)
First think about the cinema and music industries. What did you know about them before you began this course? What have you learnt about them since beginning this course (as part of the first five chapters)? What more do you want to know about them?
Then look quickly through both Chapter 6 and Chapter 9. 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 6 in detail: Erika, Kanako, Kazumi, Koji, Kota, Satoshi, Sayaka, Shizuka, Tetsuo, Wataru

The following students should read Chapter 9 in detail: Chiharu, Erena, Katsuya, Kei'ichi, Keiju, Mia, Minyoung, Seunghee, Yo, Yoshihiro, Youssef

Read the assigned chapter carefully and make notes so that you can explain the following in your own English words:

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

2. Any important changes that have occurred in the industry since the chapter was written.

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


In addition:

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?