Below is a list of some of the issues and debates discussed as it's important for you to be well rounded. I also found this wicked blog started by a Mrs Fisher and thought it was interesting. Keep sharing any useful media examples you might find.
http://mediastudiesissuesanddebates.blogspot.co.uk/
- online safety
- sexualisation of women in advertising and music videos increasing and being declared ironic and not demeaning
- phone/online addiction
- gaming addiction
- porn addiction leading to love/relationships being affected
- losing sense of self/identity on social media
- citizen journalism
- audience as producer
- audiences having more control of media or just an illusion
- hacking
- poor/few representations of minorities
- increasing world knowledge as a result of social media and globalisation of news
- rise of youtube channel stars
- social media and revolutions
- body pressures
- bullying
Remember texts like Carrie/Devil Baby trailers, Russia abuse, Flappy birds, elections, tv programmes that want you to tweet whilst you're watching, rise of Netflix dramas/comedies
Have a look through the latest news section on blog to remember some class discussions - it's good to have up to date examples.