1. Design a research project which has a focus on analyzing media content (music, radio, online video, news, TV shows, films etc.). Which i will then need to begin by narrowing the topic to a specific focus within this broad topic. I am expected to address each step of the research process in the design for this project. I am expected to discuss and evaluate 3 of the techniques for data collection.  Content analysis-
   (quantitative) counting words, images etc. these are some of the techniques i could follow:
   • Textual/visual Analysis - qualitative analysis of meanings, themes, representation etc.
   • Discourse analysis- study of interaction & implied meaning
   • Political economy- focus on power, regulation & profit as impacting content
   • Genre & form analysis-Content constrained by genre & form.
2. Also indicate which of these techniques I would use for my proposed research and why. What challenges might I face in conducting this research? How might I address them?

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One possible research project that has a focus on analyzing media content is to examine how different genres of music affect the mood and emotions of listeners The specific research question could be ... View the full answer