Lesson Plan

• Describe the six stages of information management in a media production.
• Apply digital tools to collect, store, and reference research data correctly.
• Construct a basic project plan covering scope, timeline, resources, and risk register.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of information and project‑management processes through reflective practice.

• Projector and screen
• Laptops/tablets with internet access
• Digital note‑taking app (OneNote/Evernote)
• Reference manager (Zotero or EndNote)
• Gantt‑chart template (printed or digital)
• Risk‑register template
• Sample media brief handout

Begin with a short video clip showing a media production that stalled because of poor planning. Ask learners to recall any projects they have worked on where information was hard to find or deadlines were missed. Explain that today they will master systematic ways to manage data and plan projects, and they will be able to demonstrate this through a brief portfolio piece.

1. Do‑now (5'): Quick quiz on key terminology (scope, Gantt, risk register).
2. Mini‑research activity (15'): In pairs, investigate a current media trend, record sources in Zotero, and create a one‑page brief.
3. Information‑management workshop (10'): Demonstrate naming conventions, metadata tags, and cloud backup using OneNote.
4. Project‑planning task (20'): Using the brief, fill out a project charter, draft a 4‑week Gantt chart, and populate a risk register.
5. Mock production meeting (10'): Role‑play a team meeting using a communication‑plan template; produce minutes.
6. Reflection & exit ticket (5'): Students complete a short reflective sheet and write one thing they will improve next time.

Recap how systematic information handling and clear project plans keep media productions on track. Collect exit tickets that summarise each learner’s next action for better project management. Assign homework: refine the Gantt chart and risk register for a personal media idea and bring it to the next lesson.