We have been looking at the representation of teens in the media for several weeks now and it is time to tie it all together. We have looked at a variety of teenage representation ranging from reality shows like Teen Mom and then movies like Juno, as well as the pilot episodes of Glee, The OC and Gossip Girl.
In a blog post titled "Teen Portrayal in the Media" answer the following:
Compare and contrast all of the teen shows that we have watched in class in a paragraph. Discuss which show presents the most accurate portrayal of teens and why.
Thursday 26 May 2016
Thursday 12 May 2016
Juno
After watching the movie Juno answer the following questions in a blog post titled "Juno"
1. How does the portrayal of teen pregnancy differ from the movie Juno to shows like Teen Mom?
* Create a T Chart of the similarities and differences in Teen Mom and Juno. It should look like this:
2. Does one glorify teen pregnancy more than the other?
3. Which of the two shows a more accurate portrayal of teens? Why?
4. Have you seen similar characters (Juno, Vanessa, Paulie and Mark) in other films/ soap opera? Is it common to know such people in our real life? Can you guess and explain what the director actually implies?
1. How does the portrayal of teen pregnancy differ from the movie Juno to shows like Teen Mom?
* Create a T Chart of the similarities and differences in Teen Mom and Juno. It should look like this:
Teen Mom and Juno
Similarities
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Differences
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2. Does one glorify teen pregnancy more than the other?
3. Which of the two shows a more accurate portrayal of teens? Why?
4. Have you seen similar characters (Juno, Vanessa, Paulie and Mark) in other films/ soap opera? Is it common to know such people in our real life? Can you guess and explain what the director actually implies?
5. 5. What kind of impact do you think the movie Juno has on teens and teen pregnancy? Why?
Wednesday 4 May 2016
Teen Pregnancy - Putting it into Perspective
We've been looking at teen pregnancy in the media, but now I want to put it into perspective. Just what effect do TV shows like "Teen Mom" have on teen pregnancy rates. I want you to look at stats of teen pregnancy in Canada and the United States. Find
1) Current data on teen pregnancy in both countries
2) 5 years ago
3) 10 years ago
4) 20 years ago
After you have found this put your information into a blog post titled "Teen Pregnancy over 20 years"
Also please include the answers to the following questions:
1. what do you notice about teen pregnancy rates over the years
2. Do you notice anywhere the data changes significantly. If so why do you think that is?
3. What impact do you think TV shows like "Teen Mom" have on current teen pregnancy rates?
1) Current data on teen pregnancy in both countries
2) 5 years ago
3) 10 years ago
4) 20 years ago
After you have found this put your information into a blog post titled "Teen Pregnancy over 20 years"
Also please include the answers to the following questions:
1. what do you notice about teen pregnancy rates over the years
2. Do you notice anywhere the data changes significantly. If so why do you think that is?
3. What impact do you think TV shows like "Teen Mom" have on current teen pregnancy rates?
Tuesday 3 May 2016
Teen Pregnancy in the Media Part 2
Continuing with the theme of teen pregnancy in the media today you will need to answer the following questions about the clips from television show "Teen Mom" that we watched clips of in class.
Answer these questions in a post titled "Teen Pregnancy in the Media Part 2"
Search "Teen Mom" on YouTube to watch clips from the show or go to MTV.ca to watch full episodes if you need more information and knowledge of the show to answer the questions. The YouTube teaser clips should show you a good overview of some of the issues that arise on the show,
1. Does the show create a negative or positive image of teens? Explain.
2. What effect might “Teen Mom” have on what teens consider “typical” behavior?
3. Are “Teen Mom” viewers more likely than non-viewers to perceive teen pregnancy as acceptable or even positive? Is the “celebrity” status of the cast members (the fact that teens are seeing them everywhere in the media) a factor in this? How might this influence teens’ own behavior? (Some have suggested that watching “Teen Mom” will make girls want to become pregnant in the hopes of getting famous, since some of cast member Jenelle’s friends actually became pregnant after she did.) Might a “likeable” cast member have more influence on teens than one who is perceived as “behaving badly”?
4. Do you think this show presents a fair and accurate view of teenagers today? Does the show promote prejudices or stereotypes of teens?
5. Which aspects of “Teen Mom” communicate that the show is “entertainment,” and which aspects communicate that the show is an “informative documentary”? Is a reality show like this a combination of both? Do both forms of media have equal influence on teens?
6. If teens are viewing "Teen Mom," are they likely to believe that teen pregnancy is increasing, or tat it is widespread in the U.S.? Are these things actually true
7. Do you think that the people on "Teen Mom" act the way they normally would or do you think they act a certain way for the cameras?
Answer these questions in a post titled "Teen Pregnancy in the Media Part 2"
Search "Teen Mom" on YouTube to watch clips from the show or go to MTV.ca to watch full episodes if you need more information and knowledge of the show to answer the questions. The YouTube teaser clips should show you a good overview of some of the issues that arise on the show,
1. Does the show create a negative or positive image of teens? Explain.
2. What effect might “Teen Mom” have on what teens consider “typical” behavior?
3. Are “Teen Mom” viewers more likely than non-viewers to perceive teen pregnancy as acceptable or even positive? Is the “celebrity” status of the cast members (the fact that teens are seeing them everywhere in the media) a factor in this? How might this influence teens’ own behavior? (Some have suggested that watching “Teen Mom” will make girls want to become pregnant in the hopes of getting famous, since some of cast member Jenelle’s friends actually became pregnant after she did.) Might a “likeable” cast member have more influence on teens than one who is perceived as “behaving badly”?
4. Do you think this show presents a fair and accurate view of teenagers today? Does the show promote prejudices or stereotypes of teens?
5. Which aspects of “Teen Mom” communicate that the show is “entertainment,” and which aspects communicate that the show is an “informative documentary”? Is a reality show like this a combination of both? Do both forms of media have equal influence on teens?
6. If teens are viewing "Teen Mom," are they likely to believe that teen pregnancy is increasing, or tat it is widespread in the U.S.? Are these things actually true
7. Do you think that the people on "Teen Mom" act the way they normally would or do you think they act a certain way for the cameras?
Monday 2 May 2016
Teen Pregnancy in the Media
We are going to continue focusing on teens in the media, but this week we will be shifting our focus to look specifically at teen pregnancy.
To introduce the topic read and summarize the following article in a blog post titled "Teen Pregnancy"
After you have summarized it tell me if you agree or disagree with the article.
Teens Moms are Taking over Reality TV. Is That a Good Thing?
To introduce the topic read and summarize the following article in a blog post titled "Teen Pregnancy"
After you have summarized it tell me if you agree or disagree with the article.
Teens Moms are Taking over Reality TV. Is That a Good Thing?
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