Monday 11 April 2016

7 weeks to go - Theoretical Recap

Objective: To compare and apply theoretical perspective to regulation exam question

D - outline and describe the theorist, theory and describe how it applies to the Case Study


C - compare 2 opposing theories and apply to the debate/issues


B - balance and explain the points from the case studies using theory (discredit and support your argument)


A - justify your answer using theory having balanced the debates and provide a future prediction


Starter:
C - Uses and Gratifications, Effects Model, Desensitisation, Copycat
B - Moral Panic, Reception Theory, Catharsis
A - Hegemony/Marxism, Liberalism, Conservatism, Scapegoating 

1a. Define the theory and categorize as ACTIVE or PASSIVE 

1b. Comment on how this relates to the strictness of regulation and social changes

"Liberalism and a permissive culture"
"By the few for the masses"
"Mary Whitehouse"
"Unregulated online media"
"Parental responsibility"

Present your theory

2. Identify Strength and Weaknesses of the Theory
http://ctkmediaa2horror.blogspot.co.uk/2016/03/week-23-theoretical-recap-apply-to-case.html

3. Apply to the Case Studies so far - which would be appropriate

  • Hate Crime
  • Benefits Street
  • Video Nasties
  • Woolwich Massacre
  • BB Ch5 Homophobia
  • Human Centipede 2
  • Blue is the Warmest Colour


4. How do they support or challenge the debates around regulation and censorship?

5. What is your opinion - justify your position using theory to respond to the question -

"How far do you agree that there a need for stricter regulation in contemporary society?"

REMEMBER THESE ARE THEORIES NOT FACT

Plenary: Terminology

D - Define it & give opinion
C - Explain it or apply it
B - Compare it with it's/an opposite
A - Argue for & against it


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