Fandom

A community of fans whose shared interest can involve discussion, sharing information and participation in activities connected to a media product or artist.

The community and shared practices associated with fans of a media product, performer or character.

Fandom includes the communities and shared practices which develop around that interest. Not every audience member is a fan, and fans participate in different ways.

The community, activities and shared attachments associated with being fans of a person or media product.

Use audience terminology accurately, including actual self, desired self, fandom and personal identity. Apply the terms rather than simply listing them.

A community and culture of fans whose engagement with a media product can include discussion, participation and creative activity.

A community of fans whose shared interest can involve discussion, participation and creating or circulating content.

A community or culture of fans whose shared interest involves activities such as discussion, sharing content and expressing identification.

These practices can encourage fandom, a community built around shared enthusiasm. Regular personal content may also create a parasocial relationship: a fan feels that they know Lizzo, although that feeling is largely one-sided. The possibility of commenting does not mean that every fan has a personal relationship with her.

A community of fans whose shared interest can involve discussion, creative activity and a sense of belonging.

A community or culture of fans whose activities may include discussing, sharing and interpreting an artist’s work.

A community of fans and the shared activities through which they express their interest and attachment.

A community and its activities centred on shared enthusiasm for an artist or media product.

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AQA GCSE Media Studies · 8572

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