kevin villaver

There are three parts:

1. Identify the most challenging part of the project you experienced. Explain how you overcame this challenge. (How did you adjust your approach to the project?)

The most challenging part of this project was trying to edit video’s and clips on I-movie. Our group asked for asistance from students and teachers to help edit our episode of media watch.

2. Explain two key learnings that you have learnt during this project. How do you think these key learnings will assist you in future projects?

I have learnt that the media is not always right and that i should not believe everything that the media says. I have also learnt alot more about how to use camera’s and how they work. I am sure that in future projects these skills will be handy because we will probably be using I-movie and camera’s in future projects.

3. If you had the opportunity to change something in the project criteria what would it be? (be specific and tell us why you would change it and offer a possible alternative if appropriate).

I would have changed the topic which is social justice, i think this project would have been more enjoyable if we were able to choose any topic that we wanted. I would also change the journals because i find doing journals boring.

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• What influences your values about issues relating to your life?

The media (news, tv, internet, news papers)

• Do you ever compare images/values presented by the media to those of the bible? If so why? If not why not?

Usually i would not, unless their is something that reminds me of the bible.

Has this project challenged you to examine your values? Why / Why not

In a way it has, it has taught me that the media almost is not always right and often over exaggerates to get attention from the public.

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• How do you feel the media portrays social justice issues?

I believe that the media over exaggerates their beliefs on social justice issues to try and grab the publics attention.

• Has it been difficult to find articles on social justice issues why/why not?

No, it has not been dificult to find social justice articles because it is a major problem all around the world that effects many people.

Do you think that the media operates from a moral framework? Give evidence by using your research.

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1. Open and read the “How to write a critique” document in the resources menu.

Describe what is a critique.

an essay or article that gives a critical evaluation

2. Outline the FOUR stages in a critique.

Intro – names the article and its topic. You may also include some important facts.

Summary – A summary of the original story.

Analysis – a form of literary criticism in which the structure of a piece of writing is analyzed.

Evaluation – Figure out weather the article is of good or bad value. You can give a general comment and/or message on the topic (remember, can be either positive or negative or even both)

3. Can a critique be positive? Discuss.

Yes a critique can be positive. It depends on whether the story has been changed to be more interesting for the reader. a positive critique would be if the story was an original and the have evidence or a reliable source.

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1. Name the issue

Helping Aboriginals

2. Describe one media account of this issue

A NEW program designed to preserve traditional languages is set to improve literacy rates in Aboriginal communities.

3. Where did you get this media account from?

The Sydney Morning Herald – http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/ancient-path-to-universal-language/2008/08/02/1217097610608.html

4. Is this media account correct or reliable? Why?

5. Where else might you be able to find more information about this issue?

Newspapers, online newspaper websites such as the daily telegraph.

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SYDNEY’S streets are expected to be flooded with horses after the city council announced free parking for riders across the entire city.

Lord Mayor Clover Moore yesterday unveiled a plan to triple the number of motorcycles and scooters in the city in an attempt to root out cars from the CBD.

“For some years motorcycle (riders) have suffered inequalities and also had problems with safety and security and this strategy is a move to address (those problems),” Ms Moore said.

“Clearly with congestion in Sydney and increased petrol prices being an incentive, people are looking for alternatives.”

On average a scooter uses between 3.6 litres and 4.2 litres of petrol per 100km, compared to more than 10 litres per 100 kilometres for a typical Australian six cylinder family car.

Other plans in the strategy to encourage more scooters and motorcycles in the city include: 

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SYDNEY’S streets are expected to be flooded with scooters and motorcycles after the city council announced free parking for riders across the entire city.

Lord Mayor Clover Moore yesterday unveiled a plan to triple the number of motorcycles and scooters in the city in an attempt to root out cars from the CBD.

“For some years motorcycle (riders) have suffered inequalities and also had problems with safety and security and this strategy is a move to address (those problems),” Ms Moore said.

“Clearly with congestion in Sydney and increased petrol prices being an incentive, people are looking for alternatives.”

On average a scooter uses between 3.6 litres and 4.2 litres of petrol per 100km, compared to more than 10 litres per 100 kilometres for a typical Australian six cylinder family car.

Other plans in the strategy to encourage more scooters and motorcycles in the city include: 

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1) What form of medium (music, art or literature ) allows you to best connect with Jesus and Why

Art is the best way for me to connect with Jesus as it visually gives me a clear representation of everything Jesus has done for us.

2) Why has Jesus been portrayed in so many different ways throughout history?

This is caused due to many different religions. Each religion has their own opinions.

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1) What words and or images come to mind when you hear the word Jesus.

Jesus himself, religious simbols such as the cross, kind, loving, caring 

2) Why might it be important for young people to identify with an image of Jesus?

It will give you a person to think of when they are feeling down. It reminds you that Jesus is always with you and you will never be alone. When you think of Jesus you will think twice before doing things such as fighting and stealing.

3) Where in your life do you most associate with images of Jesus?

church

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1. List TWO problems that could occur from students selecting their own groups.

People will choose their friends, this will cause problems such as talking and not completing work.

2. Which type of student do you think would be selected first?

People would choose their friends. Other people will choose who they believe are smart enough to get a good mark.

3. Why do you think they were selected first?

Because some people want to be with friends and some people choose the smart kids to make work easier for them and also to do less work.

4. Which type of student do you was selected last?

a student that doesn’t do much work and often doesn’t contribute to the group work

5. What beneficial characteristics can you offer to your group?

I will contribute in the best way i can to help achieve the best marks possible.

6. List THREE things you personally would like to improve on during this project.

work quicker

work harder

work smarter

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