3.14.2011
3.09.2011
3.02.2011
UK Tribes
This is the website we were using in class.
http://uktribes.com/
Thanks to Emily Garner for finding the password on the internet.
The password is
iblametheparents
If you want to discover which tribe you belong to then visit this site
http://www.findyourtribe.co.uk/
I am a 'trendie' apparently though I disagree completely with the findings. If you too are a trendie then I apologise unreservedly. In the East Midlands Indie Scensters, Townies and Rah's are the most popular tribes.
http://uktribes.com/
Thanks to Emily Garner for finding the password on the internet.
The password is
iblametheparents
If you want to discover which tribe you belong to then visit this site
http://www.findyourtribe.co.uk/
I am a 'trendie' apparently though I disagree completely with the findings. If you too are a trendie then I apologise unreservedly. In the East Midlands Indie Scensters, Townies and Rah's are the most popular tribes.
3.01.2011
Wednesday Period 4 Research task
Research the teen subgroup you have been given. Prepare a PowerPoint which explains the origins, the fashion taste of the group, the musical taste of the group, examples of that group in Film, Television, Music, self made YouTube videos and Newspapers/magazines.
Aspirant Mainstream -
Aspirant Mainstream kids will spend money to get the look, the music and the lifestyle they want – and the effect they are going for is expensive.
Mainstream -
Apart from those born into privilege or other excep- tional circumstances, most youngsters start out as members of this group. Forgetting all of the regular media demonization, the Townie and Chav subsets are among the most visible around Britain and entry requirements are low – if you like chart music, TV and a bit of a drink, you’re in.
Urban -
A relatively small segment but big on influence. The Urban segment follows a typical pattern, with a small subset (the DIY-ers) who create and dictate tastes, and consumers who buy into the tribe
Alternative -
Instead, this segment makes up a significant slice of the youth market, with the internet helping to smash the barriers to the Alternative lifestyle. An enthusiasm for indie fashion and band culture is now almost obliga- tory in the development of middle class teens.
Leading Edge -
However, they drive taste across virtually all other sectors, impacting on the listening habits and fash- ions of everyone from rural teenage Emos to the stars of US hip hop. These tribes stand at the gateway of popular culture, and are the main influence over other Tribes like the Young Alts. However, all of these Leading Edge Tribes are hard to manipulate.
Aspirant Mainstream -
Aspirant Mainstream kids will spend money to get the look, the music and the lifestyle they want – and the effect they are going for is expensive.
- Trendies
- Rahs
Mainstream -
Apart from those born into privilege or other excep- tional circumstances, most youngsters start out as members of this group. Forgetting all of the regular media demonization, the Townie and Chav subsets are among the most visible around Britain and entry requirements are low – if you like chart music, TV and a bit of a drink, you’re in.
- Ravers
- Townies
- Chavs
- Boy Racers
- Sports Junkies
- Street Rats
- Casuals
Urban -
A relatively small segment but big on influence. The Urban segment follows a typical pattern, with a small subset (the DIY-ers) who create and dictate tastes, and consumers who buy into the tribe
- Get Paid Crew
- Blingers
- DIYers
- Trackies
Alternative -
Instead, this segment makes up a significant slice of the youth market, with the internet helping to smash the barriers to the Alternative lifestyle. An enthusiasm for indie fashion and band culture is now almost obliga- tory in the development of middle class teens.
- Gamers
- Emos
- Scene Kids
- Skaters
- Metalheads
- Young Alts
Leading Edge -
However, they drive taste across virtually all other sectors, impacting on the listening habits and fash- ions of everyone from rural teenage Emos to the stars of US hip hop. These tribes stand at the gateway of popular culture, and are the main influence over other Tribes like the Young Alts. However, all of these Leading Edge Tribes are hard to manipulate.
- Hipsters
- Geeks
- Craft Kids
- Indie Scenesters
Mr Smith Past Questions June 2010
"The media do not construct collective identity they merely reflect it"
Start with quote, paraphrase, critique on identity, representation, media.
Identity is complex. The relationship between collective identity and media representation is not straightforward. In this answer I will discuss this complicated relationship in relation to (CANDIDATE'S FOCUS - ONE GROUP ACROSS MEDIA OR TWO GROUPS OR MORE, OR CONTRASTING EXAMPLES).
For each example / study, quote, paraphrase, critique is now applied to the material researched. One example from more than 5 years ago is included. Textual analysis is ALWAYS connected to theories of representation and / or identity. These theories can be from any time period but the majority of the examples used for discussion must be from within 5 years.
Next, connections are made between the examples / contrasts are discussed.
Finally, a conclusion is offered which goes back to the start - the complicated relationship between identity and media representation. A prediction for what the future will hold is included here.
To secure high marks, all of the above is accompanied by referencing (when an author is mentioned, their name and year of the book / article / web material is given in brackets after the FIRST mention).
Start with quote, paraphrase, critique on identity, representation, media.
Identity is complex. The relationship between collective identity and media representation is not straightforward. In this answer I will discuss this complicated relationship in relation to (CANDIDATE'S FOCUS - ONE GROUP ACROSS MEDIA OR TWO GROUPS OR MORE, OR CONTRASTING EXAMPLES).
For each example / study, quote, paraphrase, critique is now applied to the material researched. One example from more than 5 years ago is included. Textual analysis is ALWAYS connected to theories of representation and / or identity. These theories can be from any time period but the majority of the examples used for discussion must be from within 5 years.
Next, connections are made between the examples / contrasts are discussed.
Finally, a conclusion is offered which goes back to the start - the complicated relationship between identity and media representation. A prediction for what the future will hold is included here.
To secure high marks, all of the above is accompanied by referencing (when an author is mentioned, their name and year of the book / article / web material is given in brackets after the FIRST mention).
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