W 24 CJS 109 The Canadian Criminal Justice System Critical Media Analysis Assignment (20%) Assignment Overview: Objective: The objective of this assignment is to analyze and critically evaluate the portrayal of the Canadian Criminal Justice System in various forms of media. Duration: This assignment can be designed for a specified period, for instance, a week or two, depending on the media selected for analysis and the depth of study. Assignment Components: 1. Media Selection: Select a video on YouTube, Online News Report, or television Provide the link to the video in your reference page. 2. Research and Analysis: Analysis Guidelines: In this assignment you will critically assess the accuracy, bias, and portrayal of the Canadian Criminal Justice System in the selected media. Consider aspects such as the depiction of legal procedures, law enforcement, courtroom processes, the roles of different stakeholders (judges, lawyers, police), and the treatment of diverse groups within the system. Look for any discrepancies between the portrayal in media and the actual Canadian legal system. 3. Report/Presentation: Report Format: You may write a 2 page report related to your findings. Or you can prepare a PPT slide presentation of no more than 10 slides. Please ensure that you provide a reference list with your submission. e Write a detailed analysis or prepare a presentation outlining your findings. Y Include an introduction detailing the media sources chosen and the reasons behind their selection. e Analyze each media piece individually, discussing its strengths and weaknesses in portraying the Canadian Criminal Justice System. Compare and contrast the portrayals across different media sources. e Conclude with a summary of key findings and a personal reflection on the impact of media portrayals on public perception of the justice system. 4. Evaluation Criteria: e Accuracy of information e Depth of analysis and critical thinking e Clear presentation of findings * Use of specific examples from media sources