MIGRAIN Introduction to Media index - Media Exam blog

MIGRAIN Introduction to Media index - Media Exam blog

Keeping an index of all your work is extremely good practice from a revision perspective. Not only does this keep the concepts and media terminology fresh in your mind but it will also highlight if you've missed anything through absence or any other reason. Your index should currently include the following:

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