So, the BBC Broadcast Bootcamp is under way; we are already on the second day of the five-day workshop over the half-term holidays. The workshop which is taking place at the NTI Birmingham (BCU), sees 40 young, talented and gifted year 9 and 10 students from across the city; develop and expand their skills and knowledge in radio journalism and radio production.
On Monday, the kids were introduced to radio journalism, interviewing techniques and an introduction to the latest technology, portable recorders. Today we’ll see, the young students carry out Vox Pops in the centre of Birmingham.
Each group has a specific topic that they will be going out and asking the general public in Birmingham about. There are some very fascinating topics with discussions about; “the media portrayal of teenagers”, “the social impact of social networking in teenagers”, “individuality” and “the increasing demand of new technology”.
Many of these topics focus on the developments of new technology and the digital media. It seems as though technology is a key issue with young people and possibly some of the constant pressures to ‘be cool’ by having the latest trendy mobile phone, laptop or even having the ‘most’ friends on Facebook!
Either way, this week is going to provide some useful information for everyone to take note from.
Find out what happens later on today, by staying tuned!
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