GEHRHSD Curriculum Guide 2026-27

MEDIA

Mass Media is an introductory course to the world of television, radio and film and their related careers. A foundation course, it is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to function in a media oriented society. Students also develop skills for use in a fully equipped television studio. The course provides experience in oral presentation, dramatic presentation and media understanding. Students will develop a beginning portfolio. This program is structured to allow for individual growth, as well as peer and teacher support and evaluation. INTRODUCTION TO MASS MEDIA Grades 9-12, 5 Credits Prerequisite: Introduction to Mass Media or Film Production and/or teacher recommendation This course may be repeated for credit. skills is the production of a daily news program for broadcast on the school’s closed circuit system and the production of special projects. Students have the responsibility to devote some time beyond the normal class period after school hours or during lunch periods to complete assignments and projects. Students will continue with portfolio development This course is an advanced course in the communications career field. Student’s work in a television studio performing all of the functions related to its operation; performing, directing, editing, sound mixing, special effects techniques, etc. The primary instrument for the teaching of these TELEVISION BROADCAST Grades 9-12, 5 Credits