Media & Communication studies- 2nd year. (RESEARCH REPORT!) What’s new about ne

Media & Communication studies- 2nd year. (RESEARCH REPORT!)
What’s new about new Media? (1500 words) -10+10%
Consider one of the topics introduced in the module (i.e. interactivity, ubiquitous computing, social media, virality, affect theory etc.) and make that the focus of your research report. ( I would like you to focus on Social Media if that’s okay.)
Stage Two (research)
For the second part of this assessment you have to work individually to collect data using a methodological research tool (i.e. focus group, interview, questionnaire or other method introduced in the module).
Stage Three (report) Finally, drawing on the data gathered from the second part of the assessment write a report covering the following
· Provide an analysis of the data that reflects on the topic, current debates and controversies and/or research problems that need addressing
· Provide proposals based on the data that suggest ways in which current debates and controversies and/or problems relating to the topic can be addressed
· Conclude your report with a summary of your findings
· Provide evidence of stage two research as an appendix
Marks awarded for
Introduction and context (300 words)
A clearly identified focus and well identified topic for your report
Consideration of a variety of relevant debates and controversies related to the topic
Body of report (1000)
Reference to appropriate theoretical concepts and methods drawn from the module
Reflection on primary data
Critically engage with data
Conclusion (200 words)
Summarising research findings
Make recommendations
List of references (not included in word count)
Marks awarded for
A word-processed, well-presented report
A well-structured report, including an introduction and a conclusion and good use of paragraphs Use of your own words
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A well-structured assignment, including an introduction and a conclusion and good use of paragraphs full references with all sources listed in a bibliography, with systematic use of referencing conventions as demonstrated in The Study Skills Handbook or Harvard rules Good use of concrete, illustrative examples from your
experience Good reflection on and critical analysis of all aspects of the assignment Reference to appropriate literature Originality, creativity and independent analysis.
Thank You!