Bacj 374:Radio Production Question Paper
Bacj 374:Radio Production
Course:Communication And Journalism
Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers
Exam Year:2013
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 2''ND ''TRIMESTER 2013 (DAY) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 374
UNIT TITLE : RADIO PRODUCTION
TIME : 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question one and any other two questions
Question One
Radio production goes through a three stage production process. Identify the activities that go on through the three stages.
(10 marks)
Identify the five main qualities of a radio producer as you give clear illustrations.
(10 marks)
Briefly discuss the five main considerations when writing for the ear.
(10 marks)
Question Two
In interviewing there are two basic types of interview questions: open ended and closed questions. Discuss the merits and demerits of each of the two and the care the interviewer should take while interviewing. (20 Marks)
Question Three
There are three main types of microphones
Dynamic/moving coil
Ribbon
Condenser/capacitor
Discuss the advantages of each type of microphone and their typical uses. (20 marks)
Question Four
The ICTs especially the social media have impacted radio broadcasting positively and negatively. Discuss. (20 marks)
Question Five
What are the strengths and the weaknesses of radio as a mass medium in Kenya? In your discussion, identify at least five strengths and five weaknesses. (20 marks)
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