Post number one!

Today's lesson could have been titled 'The history of documentaries and other important matters'. I recycled a couple of belting powerpoints that will shortly be available of the gateway, which launched into a reasonably impressive discussion on mediation and representation issues. Students are now more aware of issues surrounding the documentary form and realism. The students have been encouraged to start seriously considering options for their MS3 coursework tasks. At first glance, it appears that The Dude, Dale, Digger and Elliot have got promising initial ideas. Loathe as I am to admit it, Meaden was great today- contributed well etc (and even admitted he enjoyed the lesson). He only let himself down with one disparaging comment (which was swiftly met with one from me) and unsurprisingly his terrible use (or is it abuse?) of the English language resurfaced. During a brief chat about the origin of words, Elliot revealed that he 'hates words'- I suspect he would prefer it if we all went around grunting and making stupid noises to generate meaning. That's what happens when a mathematician takes Media Studies, I suppose.

Mr Lowe