Barthes Flashcards
1
Q
What is Barthes theory?
A
Semiotics and the denotations of these semiology’s
Signifier and signified
Myths
2
Q
How does Barthes theory relate to media language?
A
Relevant to any connotative analysis
Draws the attention of naturalising effects of ideology in any text?
3
Q
How is Barthes Theory relevant in terms of newspapers?
A
Headlines would draw attention and this is because typically the readers have shared beliefs so it is in order to easily be understood.
4
Q
What is an advantage of Barthes in relation to News?
A
Can be applied to any text
5
Q
What is a disadvantage of Barthes theory?
A
It is a general theory of signification and it does not tell us how audiences interpret newspapers and give meaning
