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ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD(Department of Mass
Communication)
Course: Mass Media and SocietyII (5762) Semester: Autumn,
2012
Programme: M. Phil (Mass Communication)
Dear Student,
Kindly read the following instructions carefully before
attempting the assignments:
Comprehend the textual material given in each chapter of the
books carefully andtake notes, then write down the answers in your
own words. The point wise
response will be appreciated.
Copying from the book will not be appreciated at all. Examples
from your own society and culture will be a positive impression on
your
examiner.
This course carries two assignments.
Each assignment carries 100 marks.
This package comprises the following materials:
1) Text Book
2) Assignments 1 & 2
3) Assignment Forms (two sets)
4) Schedule for submitting the assignments
Note: If you find anything missing from the above mentioned
material, kindly inform:
Mailing Officer
Mailing Section
Allama Iqbal Open University,
Sector H-8, Islamabad.
Best of luck
Prof. Dr. Syed Abdul Siraj
Course Coordinator
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ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD(Department of Mass
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WARNING1. PLAGIARISM OR HIRING OF GHOST WRITER(S) FOR SOLVINGTHE
ASSIGNMENT(S) WILL DEBAR THE STUDENT FROM AWARDOF
DEGREE/CERTIFICATE, IF FOUND AT ANY STAGE.
2. SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENT(S) BORROWED OR STOLEN FROMOTHER(S) AS
ONES OWN WILL BE PENALIZED AS DEFINED INAIOU PLAGIARISM POLICY.
Course: Mass Media and SocietyII (5762) Semester: Autumn,
2012
Level: M. Phil Mass Communication Total Marks: 100
ASSIGNMENT No. 1
Note: All questions are compulsory.
Q. 1 Critically evaluate mass media in Pakistan in maintaining
subjectivity in politicalnews and current affairs programmes.
(20)
Q. 2 Explain the concept of representation in the modern mass
media. Give examples ofyour own. (20)
Q. 3 Critically evaluate media commercialism and professionalism
in general and inPakistan in particular. (20)
Q. 4 What are the various social, psychological and ethical
effects of breaking news onsociety? Explain with examples. (20)
Q. 5 Critically discus the role of media in representing popular
culture. Give examples
from Pakistani society. (20)
ASSIGNMENT No. 2Total Marks: 100
Note: All questions are compulsory and carry equal marks.
Q. 1 Explain the issue of gender in Mass Media by highlighting
emancipation of femalejournalists in Pakistani media. (20)
Q. 2 What are the various theoretical frameworks of media
effects on society. Explainyour answer in term of research studies
done in this context. (20)
Q. 3 What is Disney Universe? Explain the classic Disney Formula
and Disney audiencesurvey research studies. Give examples of some
miles stone studies. (20)
Q. 4 Explain aims, concepts and method of Reappraising Reception
with examples fromclassic studies in this regard and explain how
reappraising reception is applicablein Pakistan situation. Explain
with examples. (20)
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