The Changing Role of Media in the English Curriculum: Returning to Nowhere

This book explores the role of media texts in English curricula over the last 30 years, analyzing how they have been characterized and the implications for teachers and students. It presents a documentary analysis of key evidence and considers the changing role of media texts in English, including newspapers, print ads, films, TV, digital, web-based, and multimodal texts. The book charts the history of this part of English and considers what it can tell us about the nature of curriculum and English education more broadly. It is a valuable resource for researchers, students, and practitioners of media education, English education, and the history of education.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 134 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the profound impact of media texts on English curricula over the past three decades, offering a detailed analysis and explanation of these significant shifts. It explores the implications of these changes for both teachers and students, providing a comprehensive understanding of the evolving role of media in English education.

The book begins by presenting a documentary analysis of the key evidence surrounding the history of media texts within English. It focuses on how media has been characterized in the subject of English in the UK National Curriculum, while also reflecting on the position of media texts in other English-speaking National Curricula such as Australia and New Zealand. This insightful exploration sheds light on the diverse ways in which media is incorporated into English curricula across different countries.

The book then proceeds to dissect the changing role of media texts in English, considering a wide range of media texts that span from newspapers and print advertisements to films and TV shows, as well as digital, web-based, and multimodal texts. It charts the historical trajectory of this part of English, providing valuable insights into the evolution of curriculum and English education more broadly.

By examining the historical context and evolution of media texts in English curricula, the book offers valuable perspectives on important issues of curriculum in education. It sheds light on the ways in which media has been used as a tool for learning, communication, and cultural representation, and how it has influenced the development of critical thinking, literacy, and media literacy skills among students.

This book is a must-read for researchers, students, and practitioners of media education, English education, and the history of education. It provides a rich and comprehensive understanding of the role of media in shaping English curricula and offers valuable insights into the future of media education in the digital age.

Weight: 188g
Dimension: 215 x 139 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367497743