Initial Research of Newspapers

Representation of ~Youth in the Press

Activity1

· Look at a selection of newspapers.

· List the stories which involve youth and youth culture.

· Which of these stories are negative and which are positive?

· Choose 3 of your stories to analyse further with your partner.

Activity 2

· In pairs analyse the language and images used within the article.

· What sensationalist or emotive language is used?

· What images accompany the article?

· What would the language and images suggest about the representation of youths and youth culture?

Activity 3

· Each group should present their findings to the rest of the group.

· Did you notice any difference in the language or images used in tabloids or broadsheets?

· Post the analysis of the articles on your G325 blog.

· Don’t forget to include newspaper, date and title of article before posting findings on blog.