Media Hype Assignment
Assignment Directions:
Read: “Worry About the Right Things” and “The Media Likes Scaring Us” by John Stossel.
Record and submit: Students are to record a 1-3 minute video and answer each of the following questions regarding “Worry About the Right Things”, “The Media Likes Scaring Us”, and the Media Hype 20/20 YouTube videos.
I’d like to know your opinion regarding the two articles you read and YouTube videos you watched.
Please include your responses to these questions in your video.
1. What did you watch or read that was surprising or interesting to you?
2. Discuss something you remember being “hyped” on TV or in the newspaper.
3. Describe a time when you or your family members were affected by media hype.
4. How has something hyped in the media affected the way you thought or behaved?
5. Do you have any fears that may have been enhanced by something you saw, heard, or read via some form of media? Do not say "nothing".
6. Discuss in detail some of the situations the author discussed and your reaction to it.
- Discuss at least one situation from each article.
Presentation Requirements:
- You may not edit the speech.
- Make sure I can hear you. If your volume or voice projection prohibits me from hearing what you are saying, I can't grade it.
- Remove all visual and noise distractions in the background including turning off a celling fan if it is in the video.
- Do not read your answers directly off the screen word for word.
- Incorporate speaking energy and a friendly demeanor to your audience.
- Dress appropriately. No PJ's, hats, hoodies or low cut attire. Present yourself professionally to be taken seriously.
Please keep the time limit. I stop watching at 3 minutes and grade the answers you have shared in the time frame.
Recording Your Presentation:
- Upload the entire speech to the YouTube account you create.
- Make sure you allow sharing and viewing of your link on You Tube.
- There is an option to keep your account private and just allow only the people you share the link with to view your account. Choose that option if you like.
If your computer has a camera you can use Canvas Studio to record and submit your reaction video. If not, you can chose to create a YouTube account and upload your recording from a cell phone or other device to your account. You can make your account private and submit a clickable working link. If I can't click on the link and it takes me to your video, I'm not grading it. I'm not copying and pasting it either. Make sure you give me access to view it in your YouTube account.
Please watch this video if you do not know how to record and upload your speech to Canvas Studio.
How to Record and Upload Your Speech to Canvas Studio
How to create you own YouTube account if you don't have one:
Rubric
Media Hype Grading Rubric (1)
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
|---|---|---|
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStudent discussed in detail what was surprising and or interesting to them. | 5 ptsFull Marks2 ptsSome detail was given but needed more substance 0 ptsNo answer given to this question. | 5 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStudent discussed in detail something they remember being hyped on TV, in the newspaper, or via social media. | 5 ptsFull Marks2 ptsLack of detailed discussion. 0 ptsNo answer given to this question. | 5 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStudent discussed in detail a time they or their family were affected by media hype. | 5 ptsFull Marks2 ptsLack of detailed discussion. 0 ptsNo answer given to this question. | 5 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStudent discussed in detail any fears that may have been enhanced by something they saw, heard, or read via some form of mass media. | 5 ptsFull Marks2 ptsLack of detailed discussion. 0 ptsNo answer given to this question. | 5 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStudent discussed in detail some of the situations the author mentioned and their reaction to it. Student discussed at least one situation from each article so it was evident each article was read. | 6 ptsTwo detailed examples were given.4 ptsNeeds work1 detailed example was discussed 0 ptsNo detailed examples were given. | 6 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeStudent demonstrated thorough comprehension of media hype through insightful discussion, engaging and well thought out/detailed answers to each question. | 4 ptsFull Marks2 ptsNeeds work. Limited discussion displayed. 1 ptsInsight, and deeper level thinking needed | 4 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresentation skills | 10 ptsFull MarksStudent had good speaking energy. Their voice projection could be easily heard. Dressed appropriately and professionally. Did not edit speech in any way. No background distractions. Did not read answers directly off the computer screen. Was friendly and engaging to the audience. Excellent articulation and pronunciation/easy to understand when they spoke.3 ptsNeeds workStudent needed improvement in one or more of the following areas: Voice projection/volume, speaking energy, eye contact/not reading off the screen, professional/appropriate dress for the presentation, background distractions, engaging demeanor with audience. Pronunciation and articulation. 0 ptsNo MarksStudent edited their speech. Student could not be heard through mic, dress was inappropriate for the presentation, distractions made hearing the speech impossible, articulation or pronunciation made message unable to be understood. Student read directly off the screen the entire time with no facial expression or vocal inflection. Failed to connect with the audience. | 10 pts |
Total Points: 40