Collective Id. Beyonce's Who runs the world? as case study

Have just put together a few resources here in case you'd like to use this song / video as an example for your essay.

http://beyoncecasestudy.blogspot.com/

At the end of the page, I have embedded this little student video which I think you will find very helpful (which is why I am putting this here as well)!

Have you been following the Slut Walk? Is this real female empowerment? It certainly sounds like it! Read something about it here:

Because we've had enough
This is how it all started:
"On January 24th, 2011, a representative of the Toronto Police gave shocking insight into the Force’s view of sexual assault by stating: “women should avoid dressing like sluts in order not to be victimized”.
As the city’s major protective service, the Toronto Police have perpetuated the myth and stereotype of ‘the slut’, and in doing so have failed us. With sexual assault already a significantly under-reported crime, survivors have now been given even less of a reason to go to the Police, for fear that they could be blamed. Being assaulted isn’t about what you wear; it’s not even about sex; but using a pejorative term to rationalize inexcusable behaviour creates an environment in which it’s okay to blame the victim.
Historically, the term ‘slut’ has carried a predominantly negative connotation. Aimed at those who are sexually promiscuous, be it for work or pleasure, it has primarily been women who have suffered under the burden of this label. And whether dished out as a serious indictment of one’s character or merely as a flippant insult, the intent behind the word is always to wound, so we’re taking it back. “Slut” is being re-appropriated.
We are tired of being oppressed by slut-shaming; of being judged by our sexuality and feeling unsafe as a result. Being in charge of our sexual lives should not mean that we are opening ourselves to an expectation of violence, regardless if we participate in sex for pleasure or work. No one should equate enjoying sex with attracting sexual assault."

Read the rest by following the link.

Finally, follow this week's posts on Pete Fraser's Blog - exam tips for A2.
http://petesmediablog.blogspot.com/

FINAL EXAM: 16th June (pm)