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March Mock Exams - Learner Response

 1) Write something you've learned from going through each of the two papers in class.  2) Which paper did you do better in? 3) Why do you think you did better in that paper? 4) Focusing on Paper 1, write down  three  things you need to improve on before the real exams. This may be a particular section or type of question (e.g. unseen analysis, 20 mark essay) or a particular type of media or CSP (e.g. advertising or NHS Represent). I need to improve on 20 mark essays and a lot of the context on all of the OSPs.  Revise Tatler, and Heat magazine and it's conventions.  Revise all theories and leayn how to add it to my writing.  5) Now look at Paper 2. W rite down  three  things you need to improve on for Paper 2 before the real exams. Again, this might be a topic, type of question or specific skill. 

BLACKPINK: The Game CSP

Language 1. What is the primary objective for the player in Blackpink: The Game? Blackpink: The Game is for the player to take on the role of a producer managing their own BLACKPINK agency, with the goal of bringing the members to fame and glory.  Managing the Group: Levelling up members (Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa) through training in vocal, dance, and acting departments. Solving Puzzles: Engaging in unique, block-destroying puzzles to clear schedules and complete tasks. Collecting & Upgrading: Acquiring and enhancing exclusive photo and video cards of the members. Customisation: Styling the members with various outfits and managing the agency within "BLACKPINK WORLD" 2. What is an "Alternate Reality" narrative? How is this used to frame the story line of the game? An "Alternate Reality" narrative in gaming is a storytelling device where the game takes place in a world that mirrors our own but diverges from reality in key aspects, such as plot, cha...

Lara Croft Go CSP Blog Tasks

  Language 1) When did Lara Croft first appear in a videogame? Lara Croft made her first appearance in the video game Tomb Raider, which was released in 1996. 2) What classic films influenced the creation of Lara Croft and the Tomb Raider games? The creation of Lara Croft and the original Tomb Raider games was heavily influenced by classic action-adventure films, most notably Indiana Jones, Tank Girl, Hard Boiled, Rambo: First Blood Part II and The Edge. 3) How has Lara Croft and Tomb Raider moved beyond just being a videogame? Lara Croft has featured in films (the first starring Angelina Jolie; 2018 version rebooted the character). She has appeared on magazine covers more times than any supermodel. There have been advertising tie-ins, merchandise, comic books and  spin-offs featuring the character. The franchise has had numerous incarnations before Lara Croft Go in 2015.  Lara Croft has been credited with bringing success on the Play Station for the games’...