General introduction to the subject: The goal of the media literacy education vocational program is to provide students with knowledge about basic media aspects such as Printed Media (articles, ads, websites), Visual Media (photography), and Moving Image (filming). By the end of the program, candidates are expected to have gained sufficient skills and should be able to apply their knowledge and skills in a learning environment.
Topics studied: Unit 1 – The Media and “Me” Unit 2 – Communicating “Me” Unit 3 – Creative and Collaborative “Me”
Class activities involved: • Hands-on activities related to photography, moving images and printing media. • Presentations • Group work • Research tasks • Class discussions
Homework assigned: • Consolidation exercises and research work • Preparation tasks such as preparing for a pitch and research • Continuation of some assignment tasks
Assessment given: Students will complete three units over the course of three years, one unit during each scholastic year. During the year, each unit is assessed by means of • two (2) assignments (60% of the yearly mark) that consist of both written and practical tasks • one (1) assessment (40% of the yearly mark and issued by MATSEC) that consist of a written examination The marks obtained during years 9, 10, and 11 will amount to 100% of the final Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) result.
Skills acquired while studying the subject: • Ability to work as an individual or in a group. • Ability to perform research and make the necessary references. • Communication and team work. • Ability to care for equipment • Ability to produce creative work both individually and as a team. • Analytical and research skills • Planning skills • Time management skills • Reflective thinking skills • Problem-solving skills
Skills required to study the subject: • Good level of English. • Writing, reading, and presenting skills. • Organisational skills • Research skills • Willingness to learn, research and carry out hands-on activities • Work both independently and in a team
This subject can lead you to the following Career Paths: Photographer Videographer Journalist Web Designer Camera person TV Director Sound Technician Film Editor
APPLIED MEDIA LITERACY
General introduction to the subject: The aim of the applied programme in Media Literacy Education is to provide students with the knowledge, competencies, and skills related to basic Media aspects, namely Photography, Moving Image (filming), Sound design and Printed Media. By the end of the programme, candidates are expected to have gained sufficient skills and should be able to apply knowledge and skills in a learning environment. Great emphasis is placed on practical, hands-on work that is made both in class and outside.
Topics studied: Unit 1 – An Introduction to Still Photography Unit 2 – An Introduction to Moving Image Unit 3 – Creating Media Products
Class activities involved: • Hands-on activities such as photography, moving images, podcast and printing media • Presentations • Group work • Research tasks • Class discussions
Homework assigned: • Consolidation exercises and research work • Continuation of some assignment tasks
Assessment given: During each scholastic year, students will cover a unit. Throughout the three years, students complete 3 units, one each year. During the year, each unit is assessed by means of three (3) assignments that are mainly based on practical tasks and carried out in class. Out of the 3 assignments each year, one is issued by MATSEC. The marks obtained during years 9, 10 and 11 will amount to 100% of the final Secondary Education Applied Certificate (SEAC) result.
Skills acquired while studying the subject: • Ability to work as an individual or in a group • Ability to perform research and make the necessary references • Communication and team work • Ability to care for equipment • Ability to produce creative work both individually and as a team • Ability to follow good health and safety practices on the workplace
Skills required to study the subject: • Basic level of English, Maltese and Mathematics • Basic writing, reading, and presenting skills • Organisational skills • Research skills • Communication and team work • Ability to care for equipment
This subject can lead you to the following Career Paths: Production Office Assistant Photography Assistant Assistant TV Producer Boom Operator Camera Person Pre-Press Operator Studio Assistant Assistant Video Editor
Mikiel Anton Vassalli 