Select one media example (The Charlie Hebdo Shooting). Engage in a brief comparative analysis of it using ‘Censorship, free speech and free press’ and ‘Policy and Regulations by the state’ approaches, making sure to closely refer to the relevant academic literature. Critically assess the different tactics and priorities that each perspective invites.
What your essay must include: A title.
A strong argument.
A short informative summary of the main arguments advanced by the theorists of your choice.
A discussion of the points and ideas which you find most useful for your own analysis and why.
The bulk of your essay, consisting of the analysis of the media example of your choice through the theoretical tools provided by the theorists you have chosen.
A discussion of the limitations/problems/issues of the theories.
References to, mentions of, and quotations from, relevant texts, authors and theories, within the text and in the form of a bibliography.
Structure:
Clearly introduce your topic: indicate the theories you will use, the product you are analysing and how your argument will proceed.
Establish a clear argumentative direction and structure, and clearly support your claims with examples, evidence and quotes.
A paragraph is a unit of your argument, it should develop organically and coherently.
Use the conclusion to summarise your thesis and your findings: clearly spell out for the reader what you have analysed, the different elements of your case and how these come together to create a coherent argument.