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The new fourth edition of "A Dictionary of Communication and Media Studies," like its highly successful predecessors, brings together a large amount of up-to-the-minute information on current media policy and practice, communication and cultural theory. As the field of communication, media, and cultural studies grows and grows, students and teachers will find this dictionary an invaluable guide through the maze of terms and concepts they encounter in the course of their work.

The second edition of "A2 Media Studies for OCR" fully supports the new OCR A2 Media Studies specification. Building on the successes of the first edition, "A2 Media Studies for OCR, 2nd edition", covers all the core A2 units and includes a fully updated chapter on writing and research skills. Case studies and examples are used to explore topic areas in more depth, and activities and examination-style questions test knowledge and understanding. This highly illustrated book is now in full colour.

OUT OF PRINT This fully updated edition of "Advanced Level Media" builds on the success of the first book whilst taking into account the new specifications for AS/A2 Media Studies for all the examining boards and the Film Studies WJEC specification. Written in a clear and well-structured manner which is specifically aimed at advanced level students, "Advanced Level Media, 2nd Edition" includes fully up-to-date in-depth contemporary case studies, definitions of key terms, a glossary of media terms, examples of students' work, pract... read more

This title offers thorough coverage of all AS Level requirements. It provides a wealth of case studies to show how to analyse media texts, using key concepts. It outlines specific activities to encourage the development of techniques and skills.

"AS Media Studies for OCR" is a brand new textbook for all students studying for the 2000 OCR AS Media Studies specification. It will also be equally valuable for use on all other current AS Level Media Studies courses. It has been written by an author expert team, who were involved in developing the new Media Studies AS Level for OCR. This exciting and unique resource covers all of the 2000 specification core units, including the Key Skills and Practical Production elements. Written by an expert team of authors, it offers the most... read more

Covers all the core AS units and includes chapters on the key concepts and key skills required at AS. Full colour throughout and contains a new chapter on writing skills and independent study.

Editors: Geoffrey Churchman, Stephen Cain and Patrick Hudson Format: 286 x 210 mm portrait, softcovered ISBN 0-908876-96-3 Pages: 144 This book was published in 1997 to provide the history of the first 100 years of motion picture production and exhibition in New Zealand. The first part of the book traces the development of cinema shows in the country from the earliest flickering, jerky "silents" in makeshift premises, through the grandeur of the 1920s picture palaces, to today's sophisticated multiplexes; examines the ca... read more

(Out of print) A focused resource for schools delivering the Media objectives of the English Framework for Key Stage 3. Channels provides fresh idea and material for teaching media using the lesson structure recommended by the English Framework.

FROM DAY ONE ...TO THE NIGHT BEFORE YOUR EXAMS This brand new A-Z Handbook explains all the key terms in Advanced Level Media and Film Studies. Each entry begins with a clear definition and is followed by explanation and/or worked examples. The more important the term, the more detailed the entry. The A-Z format makes it exceptionally easy to use. The Complete A-Z Media & Film Studies Handbook has been written to familiarise you with the language of Media and Film Studies. It is useful from the first day of studying Media and/or ... read more

At once a technical manual and an inspirational ride, Creative TV Writing is an essential read for beginners and established writers alike. Writer-director Tony Bicat presents a practical guide to writing for the medium. While exsplaining the processes involved, he also advises on how to write creatively even when your job is to tell other people's stories.

The 'Watson and Hill Dictionary" has long been a classic of its kind, a 'must' for university and college book lists and both students and teachers of communication. This new edition takes into account recent developments in communication while at the same time retaining historical perspectives. There are over 50 new entries as well as substantial updates in areas such as Intercultural communication, public relations and marketing communications. Major events, such as the 'war on terror' and the military occupation of Iraq, have ra... read more

A comprehensive, illustrated dictionary covering all aspects of multimedia. This dictionary explains acronyms such as CD-XA, DVI and MPC, and covers subjects from CD-ROM to video and image manipulation, and platforms including PCs, Apple Macintosh and 3DO. To help understand more complex terms or image techniques, the dictionary contains many illustrations and screen-shots. Over 1500 multimedia terms are defined. An appendix lists useful tables complete IBM video standards, graphic file format standards and MPC-requirements for a multimedia PC.

The essential guide to understanding, analysing and writing on film.

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This text's 8 sections include television, film, newspapers, pop, music, magazines and comics, advertising and marketing, radio and new technologies assisting students to analyse text and produce their own. It covers key concepts in both analysis and production exercises enabling students to easily revisit the topics.

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"Looking at Media" is a new edition of the highly successful "GCSE Media Studies". It has been fully revised and updated in order to match the specifications for all major examining boards. It is the ideal text for preparing students for every aspect of their GCSE Media Studies examination. Structured around two sections that explore both concepts and topics in the Media, it is a comprehensive resource that includes a wide range of activities, ideas for discussion, and written and practical assignments, designed to stimulate at eve... read more

This book is for secondary English, Media, and ICT teachers who want to develop practical media work and media literacy across the curriculum. It is ideal for secondary English and media teachers and curriculum leaders in secondary schools, as well as ICT teachers and co-ordinators, PCGE English/Media students, and researchers working on media, English and ICT projects. A range of case studies are presented which show how digital media work, from video editing to computer game authoring, can be developed in schools, drawing on chi... read more

Using a non-threatening, engaging magazine style, this text considers the power of the media to influence perceptions and actions. It includes extensive coverage of how the Internet and other global media impact on communities.

The third edition of Media New Ways and Meanings and CD-ROM gives students the understanding they need to take part in the new media environments of the twenty-first century. The full-colour comprehensive text covers film, video games, the internet, television, radio, newspapers and magazines. This essential and indispensable resource encourages students to access, analyse and create media in new and participatory ways.