How effectively can contemporary media be regulated?



How far do changes to the regulation of media reflect broader social changes? 



To what extent is contemporary media regulation more or less effective than in previous times?



Discuss the need for media regulation.



Evaluate arguments for and against stronger regulation of the media.



To what extent can the media be regulated in the digital age? 



To what extent are contemporary media regulated adequately?



Why is the regulation of media so complex? 



Explain which forms of media regulation are the most effective, which are not so, and your reasons for both.



“Media regulation becomes less important as society progresses.” Discuss. 



We need stricter media regulation.” Discuss. 



To what extent is it becoming more difficult to regulate media, and why? 



Explore the arguments against stricter media regulation. 



Consider the particular challenges to regulation posed by digital media. 



“Some media regulatory practices are more effective than others.” Discuss. 



How far do you accept the view that there is no need for media regulation to be any stricter now than in the past? 



We get the media we deserve.” Discuss this statement and its implications for media regulation. 



How well does contemporary media regulation protect the public? 



Assess the arguments for the regulation of media in 2015.



‘Some areas of contemporary media require stricter regulation than others.’ Discuss.