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I. Direction: Based from your understanding, enumerate the opportunities and challenges in
media and information. Answers should not be less than three (3) sentences.
MEDIA AND INFORMATION OPPORTUNITIES CHALLENGES
ECONOMICS The Economics of Media examines The implication is that, in order to
current market practices within keep up with the pace, media
particular media markets, such as institutions must be financially
newspaper, publication, self-sufficient in order to uphold
broadcast, cable, movie, radio editorial freedom and adhere to
advertisement, music, and ethical values such as objectivity,
internet industries, and the neutrality, and balance, among
general features of the media others. The problem here is,
system. It shows how media is an Media
important key to the methods of advertisers/publishers/institutions
economic and business research. always need to be financially
stable to continue airing and
publishing their subjects.
However, due to circumstances
like the fast-paced industry, new
trends, and etc., I honestly think
financial stability can be hard to
attain.
EDUCATION I believe that media is a powerful However, there are also a lot of
collective force in Education. downside of Media in Education.
Using new electronic tools and The use of interactive media
technology, media shows that appears to be a major cause for
education is truly inclusive and addictive behavior trends. Teens
not limited to the four walls of the spend less time hanging out with
classroom. In the onset of the friends, get less sleep, and are
pandemic, media serves as a more likely to feel isolated after
platform for education. the advent of smartphones and
Additionally, it brings great social networks, according to
opportunities since we can access statistics. I think I can vouch to
it at any time and from any this because as a student that is
location through the internet, coping up the new system, I also
tablet, computers, or am experiencing social isolation.
smartphones. It's also never out of Plus, if students communicate
date and notifications are sent in more with screens rather than
real time via the internet which human beings, they may not grow
can be very helpful in today’s an independent and responsible
situation. personality.
SOCIAL The internet has drastically However, in some situations, the
altered how people collaborate media may be used to disseminate
and interact with one another. misleading and offensive
The web brings people together as statements and ideals that do not
a way of social contact inspire respect or temperate
acquaintances, families, young discourse and debate. Negative
people, or total strangers who messages have the potential to
share values or goals and this may separate societies and contribute
promote a sense of belonging and to the creation of prejudices. Due
identification. Because of the to indifferences, conflict may
media, someone with a minority arise.
viewpoint will see that they are
not alone. When these people
connect through social media,
they can do things like building
interaction with each other,
publications, and whole online
worlds that support their point of
view, then enter into the
mainstream.
POLITICS Based on what I’ve researched, Although there are a lot of good
according to a recent survey, things media contribute to
about one in every five adults politics, there are also
receives their political news consequences. Any story that gets
mainly from social media. In a circulated around the internet,
democratic society, the media whether true or not, now has an
should ideally play many key influence on political issues. On
positions. Their main goal is to the internet, separating real news
educate the public, giving people from fake news is becoming
the knowledge they need to make increasingly difficult. This
informed choices regarding refinement is particularly
leadership and policy. The press perplexing due to social media.
serves as a critic for the The constant release of
administration, scrutinizing its photographs, links, and rumors
conduct. They set the tone for about politicians is a mix of truths
democratic debate and provide a and lies.
platform for political speech.
II. Direction: Write an essay about “Social Media and Social Change”. You may cite examples to justify
how social media can affect social change.
PROMOTING SOCIAL CHANGE
By Maria Vanessa E. Casiban
In today's world of media globalization, media has become a pillar of democratic development,
and it is the media that brings all sorts of reforms and takes decisions dependent on public opinion. It
piques the public's attention to new heights. Today, I strongly believe that information is everything; as
a result, we operate in an information culture, with the media acting as the main medium of
communication and connection with other people. We use it in all aspects of our lives, including
personal relationships, entertainment, jobs, and education. We learn a lot about social media and its
damaging impact on our mental well-being, physical health, sleep, and other stuff. However, in this
essay, I'd like to focus on the other side of the coin: how we should use social media to make a
meaningful difference.
A growing proportion of the news consumers receive, is recirculated by citizens through social
networking sites and email rather than coming directly from news publishers. The power of social media
to help companies and individuals in so many ways is the primary explanation for its apparent influence
over so many people. The power of social media to unite millions of people and promote collaboration
cannot be ignored. For example, the movement BLACK LIVES MATTER. I, as a frequent user of Twitter,
have seen this movement grow because a lot of people use Twitter nowadays and this movement has
been the number one topic for months. This just shows that over the last months, social media activity
related to Black Lives Matter demonstrations and other political topics has exploded. By liking,
forwarding, or uploading posts, an increasing number of individuals are using social media to share their
views on cultural and social issues. Another example is when the mainstream media often gets the story
wrong, perpetuating biased opinions and justifying criminals. This is when social media comes into view.
It provides a platform for them to preserve their privacy while still having a voice and sharing their
stories. It also allows supporters, and advocates to react and respond to current events, share valuable
knowledge that is often not included in live news, and use language that clarifies that the victim is
accountable for their behavior.
These examples show how social media has evolved into a platform where NGOs, companies,
and emerging digital social movements all compete to influence public discourse on the quest for social
change. The crucial thing to remember is that we are witnessing the start of a transformation. As shown
by how individuals use social media to communicate their opinions and seek to influence actions in the
search of a better society, I give credence to social media's strength to mobilize in numbers. It has
undeniably provided new ways for us as users to influence public opinion in favor of a greater focus on
social responsibility and social change.