Media Studies : An Essential Introduction

Rayner, Philip, Wall, Peter, Kruger, Stephen

ISBN 10: 0415236118 / ISBN 13: 9780415236119

Published by Taylor & Francis Group, 2001

About this Item

Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Seller Inventory # 50371208-20

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Media Studies : An Essential Introduction
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415236118
• ISBN 13: 9780415236119
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 1.504 pounds

About this title

Synopsis

This fully comprehensive and easy-to-use textbook covers all aspects of Media Studies for students a the pre-university level.
The authors, who are experienced teachers and A-level examiners, introduce the students step-by-step to the main forms of reading media texts, and address key areas such as media technologies, media institutions and media audiences.
AS Media Studies: The Essential Introduction will give students the confidence to tackle every part of an introductory media course. Its key features include:
*Activities and further work * Practical assignments and exam questions * Further reading and a glossary of key terms * Case studies showing how theoretical ideas can be applied in everyday situations

About the Author

Philip Rayner is a Senior Lecturer in Media Communications at Cheltenham & Gloucester College of Higher Education and a Principal Moderator and Principal Examiner for A-Level Media Studies. Peter Wall is a Chief Examiner and Principal Moderator for GCSE Media Studies and a Chair of Examiners for Media Studies A Level. He is also a freelance lecturer `nd writer in Media Studies. Stephen Kruger is a Chief Examiner for Media Studies A Level and Head of Media Studies at Holland Park School.