Kenian Media Exam Blog

Everyday Sexism   1) Why did Laura Bates start the Everyday Sexism project? - She had a couple of bad experiences where she experienced sexism that impacted her negatively. 2) How does the Everyday Sexism project link to the concept of post-feminism? Is feminism still required in western societies? - Young women who believe the women's movement has given them greater access are the target audience for post-feminism. 3) Why was new technology essential to the success of the Everyday Sexism project? -  Many young people find support, strengthen friendships and explore self-expression through social media. 4) Will there be a point in the future when the Everyday Sexism project is not required? What is YOUR view on the future of feminism? - The Everyday Sexism will always be necessary since there will be always be violence. Media Magazine: The Fourth Wave 1) Summarise the questions in the first two sub-headings: What is networked feminism? Why is it a problem? -Feminism ...

1) Why is representation an important concept in Media Studies? - The power to create representations has been in the hands of media producers working within media institutions. 2) How does the example of Kate Middleton show the way different meanings can be created in the media? - The photograph of the Duchess could be used to help stir up positive support for the Royal Family; alternatively it could impact a critical view of the monarchy. 3) Summarise the section 'The how, who and why of media representation' in 50 words. - It is important to question who and why representations is being created when analysing it.    All representations are a collection of media language choices, some choices will be made and some choices will be rejected. 4) How does Stuart Hall's theory of preferred and oppositional readings fit with representation? - Hall argued that audiences do not necessarily accept the ideology of texts passively but instead draw on their cultural and social experi...