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teach yourself media studies

"Useful reading"
- Times Literary Supplement

goal
comprehensive knowledge
category
media studies

content
understand the key concepts
explore examples and genres
put theory into practice

paperback isbn: 0 340 85977 6 price: c.£8.99 not yet published

What is Media Studies? Why has it become the fastest-growing subject area in post-16 education? How can our own experience and knowledge of the media help us when studying it? Teach Yourself Media Studies provides a clear introduction for those embarking on a course of study and for those who wish to have an overview of current debates about the media.

- explains concepts used in Media studies
- introduces essential knowledge for 16+ examinations
- discusses issues central to the study of the media
- uses examples across a range of media technologies
- suggests relevant practical activities
- offers a guide to further study.

Brenda Downes and Steve Miller, the authors, have wide experience of teaching Media through all age ranges, up to and including graduate and Postgraduate level. They are currently producing educational material in a variety of media.

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