Explanation of Media and Social Problems Paper

December 8, 2022

Explanation of Media and Social Problems Paper

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Type of Project	ESSAY
Writer Level	PHD VERIFIED
Format	APA
Academic Sources	10
Page Count	3-12 PAGES

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Explanation of Media and Social Problems Paper

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This assignment is a more sophisticated version of the very first assignment–part of its rationale is to take stock of how your approach has changed or in appreciating the difference that some concepts can make for analysis.

In this assignment, you will analyze the media coverage regarding a social problem of your choice. This analysis depends on your application of concepts from chapter 5. Select a social problem about which you are relatively sure you can find coverage from multiple media outlets—in fact, you’ll need to find (at least) three.

First, identify the primary and secondary claims associated with this social problem. What does the secondary claim do in relation to the primary claim? Does it simplify it, extend it into another context (e.g., it’s not a moral problem, but rather a______ problem, or alter it in any other significant way? If not, support that as well.

NOTE: you can select a primary claim or master frame from, for example, a press release from activists, experts, a coalition of concerned citizens, or some other formal coverage of the proposed problem. Make sure you check the book for the meaning of these terms/concepts. The secondary claim can come from another media platform, for instance, a set of social media posts (twitter, IG) that garner a lot of attention. Just make sure the secondary claims are based on the primary claims.

Second, write out three to four sentences about what audience would be most impacted by the secondary claims you’ve identified for your chosen social problem. You could differentiate by region, age, gender, or other demographic categories. For example, would members of a younger generation, or perhaps of a certain socio-economic background, be more receptive to a claim delivered via one media source versus another? Why? Or would the claims be rejected more in one region versus another?

Perhaps the abundance of media sources, platforms, and primary/secondary claims does encourage massive fragmentation of the process of constructing social problems, such that it hinders understanding or significant change. What would you suggest is a way of positively dealing with this potential hindrance? If you don’t think it is a problem, briefly explain why.

Worth 10 points

7 pts—address each question with sociological concepts from chap 5 or other chapters as appropriate.

3 pts—grammar and punctuation

Due Sunday, Sept 26, end of day.

Explanation of Media and Social Problems Paper

RUBRIC

Excellent Quality

95-100%

Introduction

45-41 points

The context and relevance of the issue, as well as a clear description of the study aim, are presented. The history of searches is discussed.

Literature Support

91-84 points

The context and relevance of the issue, as well as a clear description of the study aim, are presented. The history of searches is discussed.

Methodology

58-53 points

With titles for each slide as well as bulleted sections to group relevant information as required, the content is well-organized. Excellent use of typeface, color, images, effects, and so on to improve readability and presenting content. The minimum length criterion of 10 slides/pages is reached.

Average Score

50-85%

40-38 points

More depth/information is required for the context and importance, otherwise the study detail will be unclear. There is no search history information supplied.

83-76 points

There is a review of important theoretical literature, however there is limited integration of research into problem-related ideas. The review is just partly focused and arranged. There is research that both supports and opposes. A summary of the material given is provided. The conclusion may or may not include a biblical integration.

52-49 points

The content is somewhat ordered, but there is no discernible organization. The use of typeface, color, graphics, effects, and so on may sometimes distract from the presenting substance. It is possible that the length criteria will not be reached.

Poor Quality

0-45%

37-1 points

The context and/or importance are lacking. There is no search history information supplied.

75-1 points

There has been an examination of relevant theoretical literature, but still no research concerning problem-related concepts has been synthesized. The review is just somewhat focused and organized. The provided overview of content does not include any supporting or opposing research. The conclusion has no scriptural references.

48-1 points

There is no logical or apparent organizational structure. There is no discernible logical sequence. The use of typeface, color, graphics, effects, and so on often detracts from the presenting substance. It is possible that the length criteria will not be reached.