2. Representation Riddles
A father and his son are in a car
accident. The father dies, but the son
survives and is rushed to hospital.
The doctor that sees him says, “I
cannot operate on this man because
he is my son.”
Explain.
4. Learning Objective
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding
of representation (including types).
Tasks
- Mind maps, definitions, textual analyses,
group discussions.
5. Representation
What is representation...?
- Note down a few key words that relate to
your interpretation of the word
representation.
- You can use a mind map or a bullet point
list.
- In addition, try to think of (and note down)
a few examples of representation within the
media.
7. Representation
What is representation...?
- Let’s have a look at a few definitions...
- “A presentation to the mind in the form of an
idea or image.”
- “A creation that is a visual or tangible
rendering of someone or something.”
- “Standing in for someone or some group and
speaking with authority on their behalf.”
Definitions taken from Princeton Dictionary - Princeton University, New Jersey, USA.
8. Representation
What is representation (in relation to
media studies)...?
- Representation can be described as a
reconstruction or recreation of reality.
“The media offer us a mediated version of the world.
They do not just present reality, they re-present it.”
David Buckingham, 2003 (media theorist)
9. Representation Factors
Who (principally) influences our view of
something...?
- The media!!!
- The term representation has the ability to
suggest that some media re-present certain
images, stories or situations.
- If some individuals or groups are constantly
re-presented in oppressive ways, how does
this relate to public understandings...?
10. Representation Factors
The role of technology...
- The emergence of new, digital technologies
have allowed people to re-present
themselves as and how they want.
- Can you think of any examples...?
13. Representation Factors
The link with stereotypes...
- Over-representation of something or someone
has led to what we know as stereotypes.
- A stereotype is a conventional or typical image
of an individual or group.
- It is a commonly held belief or conception of
an individual or group.
- These beliefs are usually due to over-
representation.
