STAAR EOC Reading
State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness End-of-Course Reading exam.
Practical Applications
Analyzing Media and Advertisements
Becoming a Smart Media Consumer
Media texts—like websites, commercials, and social media—are everywhere. Being able to analyze them helps you spot bias, understand messages, and make informed choices.
How to Analyze Media
- Look for persuasive language or images.
- Notice what information is included or left out.
- Ask: Who created this, and why?
Why It Matters
Understanding media messages helps you avoid being misled or tricked by ads and fake news.
Examples
Watching a commercial and identifying the techniques used to make the product seem cool.
Reading an online article and checking if it’s from a trustworthy source.