This document provides guidance for students taking an exam on critical perspectives in media. It outlines the structure and requirements of Section A, which involves a theoretical evaluation of the student's production work. Question 1(a) requires students to describe and evaluate their skills development over different production units, focusing on specific production practices like digital technology, creativity, research and planning, and post-production. Question 1(b) requires students to evaluate one of their productions in relation to a media concept like genre or representation. Marking criteria and example questions are also provided.