Hello!
i have to pick 3 news articles on a topic that i have chosen,and i have to write an essay to show "how these newspapers and or news magazines present representation of truth and reality designed to appeal to a particular audience.discuss, making reference to the way the news is constructed."
i am thinking about doing 3 articles on the topic"diet".because i can find a lot of news article on diet,and most of them are about which food is good for your health etc
but the problem is, i want to do an essay on a topic that have 2 different sides or ideas(opposite ideas)that i can contrast with.
so anyone have any other topic they think is good for this task?
or i can pick another task:"pick 3 newspaper articles on a topic and write an essay to sho how these newspapers present issues that position the readers to respond in a particular way.discuss how a particular view point is constructed."
most of my friends are doing this task but i don't really get this question and i think it will be even harder to find an article ro response to this.
would anyone please give me some suggestions on which task i should do and which news topic i should pick to response to it?
thank you very much!
You might think of vegetarian vs. meat diets. There is also controversy regarding carbohydrate vs no carb diets.
These websites will give you some ideas on the differences of opinion.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/diet/
http://www.onhealth.com/diet_plans_and_programs/article.htm
http://weightloss.about.com/cs/toppicks/a/aa040804a.htm
For your first task of picking three newspaper articles on the topic of "diet" and analyzing how they present the representation of truth and reality, there are several opposing viewpoints or ideas you can explore. Here are a few suggestions:
1. The debate between vegetarian and meat diets: You can select articles that present arguments and evidence for the benefits of a vegetarian diet compared to a meat-based diet. Look for articles that discuss health benefits, environmental impact, or ethical considerations.
2. The controversy surrounding carbohydrate vs. no carb diets: Find articles that advocate for the importance of carbohydrates in a balanced diet, as well as articles that promote low-carb or no-carb diets for weight loss or health reasons.
3. The effects of different types of diets on specific health conditions: Look for articles discussing how different diets, such as ketogenic diets, gluten-free diets, or Mediterranean diets, impact specific health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or autoimmune disorders. Compare articles that support these diets with others that may question their efficacy or present alternative approaches.
By choosing topics with varying perspectives or debates, you can explore how different newspapers or news magazines construct their coverage and present information to appeal to their target audience.
Regarding the second task of picking three newspaper articles on a topic and discussing how these newspapers present issues that position the readers to respond in a particular way, you can choose any current topic that elicits strong opinions or debates. Some examples include:
1. Climate change: Look for articles that either highlight the urgency of addressing climate change and advocate for specific policies or articles that downplay the impact of climate change or propose alternative explanations.
2. Gun control: Find articles that support stricter gun control laws and argue for measures to reduce gun violence, as well as articles that emphasize the importance of individual rights and oppose increased gun control.
3. Immigration: Explore articles that highlight the benefits of immigration, such as economic contributions or cultural enrichment, and articles that focus on potential risks like crime or job competition.
When selecting articles, consider a range of credible news sources to provide a comprehensive analysis of how different viewpoints are constructed and presented to readers.
Remember, these are just suggestions, and you can choose any topic that interests you and provides contrasting viewpoints for your essay. Make sure to critically analyze the articles and their construction to effectively discuss the different perspectives presented.