28th November: Newspaper Bias

SMART START

5-Minute Analysis Task

Consider the representations in this image in the context of feminist theory. Add you response (sticky notes) to this Jamboard.

BIG PICTURE

WALT: What is bias and how may this be reflected in newspapers?

Here are the results of a survey re perceived political bias of newspapers:

EXPLAIN

MODEL

What kind of bias is this? What meaning does this construct?

PRACTISE

For each form of bias from the list above, present a definition and an example. Here are some resources that may help you;

EDUQAS Newspaper Bias
Wednesday's Example of Media Bias (US)

REVIEW

How many forms of bias can you identify & define?

HOMEWORK

Read the following article...

Notes on the Construction of Reality in TV News Programmes