A complete editable lesson for R093: Creative iMedia – Creative Media Products and Audiences (LO1).
This first lesson introduces students to traditional and modern media sectors, key terminology, and the evolution of media products.

Students explore film, TV, radio, print, interactive, games, internet, and digital publishing, comparing how each has changed and adapted to new technology.

Perfect for KS4 classes studying the new OCR Cambridge National in Creative iMedia (2024 specification).

Includes

Fully editable PowerPoint / Word worksheet

Starter: Key terms recap (traditional, modern, resolution, interactive, media)

Main Tasks:

Research and compare traditional vs. new media

Create a PowerPoint on “How Media Has Changed Over the Years”

Explore CGI, SFX, VFX, 4K/8K, 3D, and interactive platforms

Hands-on GIMP activity – create an A4 landscape canvas comparing old and new media

Challenge tasks: Predict the future of media with screenshots and design tools

Plenary reflection questions

Printable student worksheet

Perfect For

R093 Learning Outcome 1 – Understand media industry sectors and products

KS4 Creative iMedia lessons

Cover, revision, or introductory teaching

Remote learning or independent study

Teacher Notes

No preparation required – just download and teach.
Students can complete tasks digitally or on paper.
Links well to later lessons on target audiences, representation, and distribution.

Keywords

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