GCSE revision session May 2013

exam technique guidance

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LO
To explore ways of answering the 4 questions to develop a strategy for managing the time limits effectively

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We think that the important elements of a successful Online Music Magazine are its ability to:

showcase music from well known and emerging artistes be constantly up-dated and always trending offer opportunities for the audience to express their views
Using examples from your own research into online music magazines, explain how each of these key elements have been used to attract and retain an audience. (15 marks)

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How to write a successful answer

Read the question Answer all elements Write in role Use your research Dont waffle

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Dear Revolutionary Publishing My colleagues and I at DiskCover Music Collective are in tune with your brilliant idea and agree with the three basic requirements. (NAME OF ONLINE PUBLICATION) whose webzine has signicant embedded video of major recording artistes (NAMES OF ARTISTES AND BANDS) for a music website to be successful it needs to be a must visit place for fans. The use of exclusives (or rst view) is key to this, as it drives the fans to the site - and of course can be marketed through the site with previews. (NAME OF ONLINE PUBLICATION) focusses on showcasing new and emerging talent in (GENRE OF MUSIC) through our research we have discovered that (STATISTICS OF TARGET AUDIENCE) have increased through the introduction of this feature. However, this doesnt appeal to everyone as is shown by the success of (NAME OF PUBLICATION), they have remained successful by only focussing on the MOST POPULAR BANDS AND ARTISTES. (NAME OF ANOTHER ONLINE PUBLICATION) has like Revolutionary Publications found that social Media has been vital in developing readership, fullling as it does their needs for Personal ID and Social Interaction (U&G Theory). Allowing them the chance to comment and get involved as you have done with your tweet, has risks to do with moderation of unsuitable comment but on balance is vital in our interactive web world. Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, Grooveshark, Spotify all have a role to play and not only help the readership/audience connect but also benet the wider marketing of the magazine virally.
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01

We think that the important elements of a successful Online Music Magazine are its ability to:

showcase music from well known and emerging artistes be constantly up-dated and always trending offer opportunities for the audience to express their views
Using examples from your own research into online music magazines, explain how each of these key elements have been used to attract and retain an audience. (15 marks)

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Write your own answer

You have 20 mins

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02 Tell us about your proposed webpage for RHYMIX our new online publication. Convince us of your ideas for the following:

the page title and music genre ideas for features and stories the main design features for your page who the target audience is and how you will get them interested

(15 marks)

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Pitch
Can you pitch your idea? You have 5 mins to prepare for the elevator pitch. ensure that you cover all the points asked for. Use your research.

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The Pitch
You are time-limited to 3mins only for the pitch Cover all the points

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03 To really help us get a clear picture of your web page, use the A3 sheet enclosed and design it in detail. Or Create a 10 shot storyboard for a viral advert for RHYMIX featuring your page.

(15 marks)

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Storyboard
In 15mins storyboard a viral advert for your website which could be seen on facebook or youtube (5 frames only) explain how it will promote your page to the target audience - ensure that you annotate with appropriate media terminology.

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4
We are thinking about whether our publication should be exclusively online or have a print version too. Explain to us your thoughts about this issue. You will need to explain the advantages of both online music publications and their print counterparts.

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SWOT Strengths Weaknesses

Opportunities

Threats

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