Warm up What is are conventions? Which magazine cover do you like the most? Why? Magazine Covers GCSE Media Studies Lesson Objective Have I identified the conventions of a magazine cover? What makes a good magazine cover?
MagazinePlanners Bring in at least 1 Magazine
Key terms STRAPLINE SELL LINES LEAD STORY MAIN IMAGE/ FOCAL POINT MASTHEAD Find a TV listing magazine cover. Label the conventions on the magazine cover. Exclusive Advice Stars Shock Web address Barcodes Feature Banner Headline Offer Competition Pug Price Competition 5 Mins
TV Listings Find 3 TV Listing magazine covers Which one is the most effective? Which one is the least effective? Look at the design and layout Why is it effective? Why is it ineffective? Write a paragraph explaining why the magazines are effective/ineffective?