Updated 6 August 2026·32 chapters

Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication — Syllabus 2026-27

Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication syllabus for 2026-27: all 32 chapters, with the topics in each. Follows the TOSS syllabus.

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The Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication course for 2026-27 has 32 chapters. Chapters with a topic breakdown link to their own syllabus page.

Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication — Chapter List

#	Chapter	Topics
1	Introduction to Communication	Understanding Human Communication · Types of Communication · Forms and Channels of Communication
2	Mass Communication	Meaning of Mass Communication · Functions of Mass Communication · Origin of Mass Communication
3	Introduction to Journalism	Definition of Journalism · Functions of Journalism · Role and Nature of Journalism
4	Role of Mass Media	1 Mass Media and Democracy · 2 Functions and Responsibilities of Media · 3 Media Ethics
5	Introduction to Print Media	Forms and Functions of Print Media · History of Printing and Early Newspapers · Evolution of Newspapers in India
6	What is News?	Definition of News · Difference Between News and Information · What Makes News? The 5Ws and 1H
7	Reporting and Editing	What is Reporting? · Principles of Reporting · Types of News
8	Language Press in India	Introduction to Language Press · Differences Between English and Language Newspapers · Reasons for the Boom in Language Newspapers
9	Radio as a Mass Medium	1 History of Radio in India · 2 Terms Used in Broadcasting · 3 Objectives of Radio
10	Radio Station	Structure and Wings of a Radio Station · Broadcasting Process and Equipment · Key Personnel in a Radio Station
11	Formats of Radio Programmes	Factors in Radio Programme Production · Elements of a Radio Programme Format · Types of Radio Programme Formats
12	Radio Programme Production	Programme Production Team · Qualities of a Radio Producer · Elements of Radio Production
13	Television in India	1 Evolution of Television · 2 History of Television in India · 3 Emergence of Private Television Channels
14	Television as a Mass Medium	Characteristics of Television · Advantages and Limitations of Television · Functions of Television
15	Television Channels	Categories of Television Channels · Types of Television Programmes · Programme Formats on Television
16	Television Programme Production	Stages of Television Programme Production · Equipment Used in Television Production · Key Personnel in Television Production
17	Advertising - an Introduction	Concept of Advertising · Origin and Development of Advertising · History of Advertising in India
18	Advertising Industry	Principles of Advertising · Planning an Advertisement · Guidelines for Advertising
19	Public Relations - an Introduction	Concept of Public Relations · Evolution of Public Relations in India · Government Public Relations Structure
20	Public Relations - Tools	Understanding PR Tools · Oral Communication · Printed and Graphic Communication
21	Characteristics of New Media	Concept of New Media · Characteristics of New Media · New Media vs Traditional Media
22	New Media: The Industry	Growth of New Media in India · Impact of New Media · Convergence of New Media
23	Social Media	Concept of Social Media · Popular Social Media Networks and Apps · Writing for Social Media
24	New media: Employment Opportunities	Job Opportunities in New Media for Journalists · Skills Required for Success in New Media · Business and Entrepreneurial Opportunities in New Media
25	Introduction to Traditional Media	Definition of Traditional Media · Forms of Traditional Media · Traditional vs Electronic Media
26	Types of Traditional Media	Drama · Street Theatre · Puppetry
27	Comparison of Traditional Media with Electronic Media	Advantages and Disadvantages of Traditional and Electronic Media · Nature of Traditional and Electronic Media · Integration of Traditional and Electronic Media
28	Communication through Traditional Media	Importance of Traditional Media · Traditional Media in Socio-Cultural and Ritual Communication · Applications of Traditional Media
29	Introduction to Photography	Significance of Photography · History and Evolution of Photography · Film Photography
30	The Camera	Working of a Camera · Parts of a Camera · Properties of a Lens
31	Photojournalism	Meaning and Types of Photojournalism · Composition in Photojournalism · Photo Feature and Photo Editing
32	Role of a Photojournalist	Qualities of a Photojournalist · Ethics in Photojournalism · History and Famous Photojournalists in India

Preparation Strategy

Finish the textbook first — the prescribed textbook is the main source for school and board exams.
Keep a formula and definitions list — it makes last-week revision much faster.
Practise past papers — they show you the pattern questions follow.
Time your practice — attempt some papers under exam conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication Syllabus?

This page has syllabus for 32 chapters of Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication for the board exams 2027. Each chapter links to its own page with the full set.

How should I prepare for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication board exams?

Go through the syllabus first, then work chapter by chapter: learn the ideas, practise questions, and revise with notes and flashcards. Leave time at the end to revise every chapter once more under timed conditions.

Has the Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication syllabus changed for 2026-27?

This page lists the chapters in the current Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Mass Communication course. Boards revise syllabi from time to time, so check the board's official website for the latest notified syllabus.

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