How Media Affects Culture and Society

Introduction The development of the media has profoundly impacted families, cultures, and society as a whole. The ubiquitous accessibility of media has increased communication speed and convenience, enabling individuals to communicate with one another beyond geographic boundaries. The media has contributed to the globalization of culture by exposing individuals worldwide...

Society Should Get Rid of Birthday Celebration as a Norm

A birthday is a personal celebration of people that occurs only once a year. It is generally accepted that the people around them try to greet the person and make it the happiest day of the year. It is essential to note that some individuals are happy to accept congratulations,...

Doctorow’s Writing in the Age of Distraction

Informational technologies and the Internet seem to oversaturate people’s daily routines, leaving almost time for meaningful and productive activities. In his article Writing in the Age of Distraction, Cory Doctorow describes the most apparent but hardly avoidable distracting factors that bother many individuals who are more or less connected with...

Tricked by Title: “Donald Trump Sent His Plane”

Introduction “Donald Trump sent his own plane to transport 200 stranded marines” is a header that misled the reader. Trump sent his plane to transport 200 stranded marines in this newspaper. This headline misleads the reader because it speaks about him as an individual rather than the government. From CBS...

The “Call of Duty: Black Ops III” Game Analysis

Introduction Black operations 3 is the third installment of the black ops episodes, apart from other Call of Duty series like the modern warfare plot line. Black Ops 3 occurs in 2065, forty years after the incidents of Black Ops II, in a dismal dystopia. Multiple nations throughout the globe...

The Use of Rhetoric in Advertisements

It is essential to understand the nature of linguistic styles applicable to the general audience in order to create an efficient advertisement. The persuasive power of ads stems from the development of rhetorical elements specific to marketing purposes that focus on making customers get interested in a product or service...

Social Media’s Influence on the Restaurant Industry

In the current digital era, nearly all aspects of life are deeply intertwined with technology. Technological advancement has led to the widespread use of social media for various purposes. In particular, the growing popularity of social media has influenced how business is conducted. In the restaurant industry, customers can connect...

The History of the “Financial Times” Newspaper

The history of some news publications demonstrates how innovation can keep a business competitive for several centuries. One such example is the Financial Times (FT) – a financial newspaper established in London in January 1888 by James Sheridan and his brother (Financial Times [FT], 2022). The first issue of the...

Journalistic Ethics in the Digital Age

Introduction Journalism ethics is a subset of communication ethics studies that seek to define, analyze, and promote the correct and virtuous conduct among professional media workers. The first substantial attempts to develop the norms of responsible journalism can be traced back to 17th century Europe (Ward 307). Inspired by the...

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI Game Overview

Sid Meier’s Civilization VI is a turn-based strategy computer game in which one or more people fight against desktop AI competitors to evolve their Civilization from a tiny tribe to total control of the globe over numerous generations. A turn-based strategy game (TBS) is a strategic multiplayer game that means...

Public Relations Campaign

Background A public relations campaign’s objectives, target audience, organization’s goals, and required communication medium must all be defined in a complete Media Plan before the campaign can be successful. A good way to reach a wide audience is to use the media to restore the company’s tarnished reputation. Minnesota Public...

Mass Media Ethics in News Coverage

Introduction News coverage plays an important role in shaping readers’ perceptions of the world around them, which is especially relevant for political events. Members of the City Council of a small town are doing their best to accuse supporters of the opposite faction of lies and corruption. However, none of...

Social Media and Modern Society

Social media is a facet of modern life that is incredibly influential in the daily activities of its users. However, an ongoing debate cites that social media presents both beneficial and detrimental consequences to individuals that engage with it. Despite the negative effects that may occur during the use of...

Antique Mobile Advertisement: Rhetorical Analysis

Introduction Most successful businesses have created tactical and unique initiatives to build solid relationships with their client base. These advertisements are aimed at luring customers to the company’s current and future offerings. There is an old-fashioned telephone in the background of a globe map of Europe in the vintageadbrowser.com visual...

Framing in Media and Reporting

Media framing is one of the tools that journalists actively use to cover publicly significant topics. Dan and Raupp (2018) underline that framing theory states “that communication is characterized by the articulation of coherent patterns of meaning resulting out of acts of selection and emphasis” (p. 205). In particular, framing...

Wounded Veterans Do Not Receive Proper Care: News Release

BOSTON – American veterans put their lives on the line to save us from enemies. However, when they return to civilian life, they find the transition difficult due to psychological and financial restraints. Boston’s Annual Wounded Vet Bike Run is aimed to support wounded veterans, gathering money for housing modifications,...

Social Media Observation: Instagram

Social networks currently take a substantial part of people’s lives and are integrated into all spheres of it: leisure, work, hobbies, and communication. Indeed, humans use online platforms for various purposes: they keep in contact with friends, relatives, and ex-classmates; unite in groups by interests, work and earn money, and...

Pharmaceutical Advertising Is Propaganda

Fake advertisement is prevalent in various sectors, and it has penetrated the pharmaceutical industry. Businesses have lost much money in fines after being found to be liable to inaccurate advertising, for instance, Purdue Pharma in pharmaceutical industry and Volkswagen in the automotive. The main aim of propaganda is always helping...

TikTok: Getting Acquainted with Social Network

The era of intensified globalization processes was catalyzed by the emergence of the large-scale Internet. The central goal of the creation of the Internet was originally the idea of forming a platform for easy access to all kinds of information. However, it is clear that with the development of global...

Media Coverage of Transgender Policy in Military

Arthur, D. C., Pollock, G., Steinman, A. M., Frank, N., Mazur, D. H., & Belkin, A. (2020). DoD’s transgender ban has harmed military readiness. Palm Center.  The study by Arthur et al. (2020) was one of the first scholarly studies undertaken to investigate the impact of the ban on transgender...

Social Media Use and Self-Esteem Control in School Students

The topic of the study is “Relationship between social media use and self-esteem control in high school students.” This study will highlight the impact of social media on students’ self-esteem and suggests possible ways of avoiding negative influence. In the 21st century, there is a steady increase in social media...

Relation Between Politics and Social Media

Background During the past decades, social media have provided important platforms in politics that are mainly used to educate and disseminate information. People can interact directly with politicians and party representatives, and share their ideas about civic and political issues (Wihbey, 2019). Platforms such as Facebook are widely used by...

Social Media and Social Isolation

Bercovici, J. (2012). Is Facebook Making You Lonely? Don’t Be Stupid. Forbes. Web. In the article for Forbes, Bercovici (2012) defends Facebook, claiming it is not to be blamed for the increased levels of loneliness. The author addresses an earlier publication that placed this blame on Facebook and provides his...

Researching of History of Video Games

Introduction Video games refer to leisure activities conducted using electronic machines, mainly involving manipulating images produced by a computer program available on a monitor or any other form of display. Most youths and a good number of the population are currently fond of video games, and hence, the need to...

Global Over-the-Top Platforms: Artwork Personalization at Netflix

The over the top (OTT) streaming content has a lot of potential for growth and expansion, an assumption solidified by the rapid entry of Netflix competitors into the market. They include Hulu, HBO Now, Amazon Prime Video, Disney +, Peacock, and many others. The phenomenon known as “Netflixification” of media...

Media Sociology: Media Content Analysis

Media Sociology: An Introduction The module looks at the media content and factors that shape it in our society. It looks at the internal and external factors that may influence media content and why this may be necessary. Media content is not a true reflection of issues within the society....

Media Influences on People’s Views and Opinions

It is hard to disagree that various types of media can have stronger or weaker impacts on the behaviors and thoughts of their audiences. Even though many of these effects are, unfortunately, negative or biased, some sources or authors decide to open people’s eyes and get them to think about...

Social Media Addiction and How It Affects People

Every year people spend more and more time tapping a finger on the smartphone screen or clicking a computer mouse. According to the statistical data provided by Statista (2021), in 2015, people spent approximately 80 minutes on the smartphone, whereas in 2021, the average time increased up to 155 minutes...

Media and Communication Technology: The Positive and Negative Impacts

The negative impact of media and communication technology involves aspects such as reduced productivity and depreciating mental health in individuals. However, such technology also has a positive impact on human beings. By channeling their energy into online activities, individuals can become more productive and gain knowledge that could change their...

Social Media and Networking in Organizations

Introduction According to Hansen et al. (2010), social media is affecting corporations from multiple dimensions. Services such as Facebook and Twitter are highly focused on encouraging collaboration among employees, customers, and partners as well as acquiring new customers. It is increasingly becoming a way of life for employees, customers, partners,...

Advertisement in Soccer Overview

Introduction All over the world, soccer is no longer only a game in which two teams fight each other. Today, this sport is associated with serious businesses where large companies invest multimillion-dollar assets. Moreover, as in any commercial industry, the positions of soccer clubs are largely determined by their financial...

Benefits of Using Social Media

Introduction Just like in any other profession, the impact of social media is now evidenced in the health sector. Internet usage and respective social networking sites have become a common phenomenon. Professionals and organizations involved in the health sector have opted to network with colleagues and the public on related...

Female Empowerment in Advertising

Jacob’s response indicates that a significant percentage of the male population lacks education on gender disparities. Rather than consciously trying to diminish women’s positions in society, they are trapped in the cultural narrative that has been forming throughout the centuries. While most men, especially among Millennials and Generation Z, believe...

The Comparison of Videogames

Introduction Are video or computer games art? There are various critical issues related to this question. Also, most of the answers said by eminent peoples are of different views. Jack Kroll in his Newsweek article ones mentions that all sorts of video games can generate fun. However, it cannot transmit...

Management Information System in Media

Background information The various problems facing many media integrated organizations have been found to be internally initiated; which further affects their general performance, as Kenneth & Loudon (2007) reveals. Being one of the key socializing agents, a media integrated organization ought to be properly managed; so as to be effective...

Visual Rhetoric in New-Age Beauty Advertisements

Visual imagery is a unique form of communication that allows companies to share their message with the audience. Advertisements help brands to make themselves noticeable among the increasing number of competitors, which is why the role of creative marketing is crucial to the success of the business. In order to...

Critical Review of Popular Computer Games

Introduction Electronic games can also be classified as video games, as the two are very similar. Electronic games originate from a history of high-level computer programming. The games industry has duly evolved with time in tandem with the advancements made in the field of computer technology. Electronic games can be...

Digital Media as a Learning Distraction

Today, the digital world has expanded tremendously to include a broad range of uses and applications, varying from daily entertainment to scholarly research. Because of this, computers, tablets, and phones are indispensable tools, for both professional and personal use. Such a connection leads to either positive and negative consequences for...

Cultivation Theory and the 2019 Gillette Commercial

Introduction At the beginning of 2019, the personal shaving supplies brand, Gillette, released a commercial online titled “We Believe: The Best Men Can Be.” It discussed the topics of sexual violence against women by men and called for the male sex to improve as a whole. However, the response to...

The Legacy of Emmett Till: The Power of Imagery in Media

The media plays an indispensable role in the spread of information to people around the world with the purpose of entertaining, educating, or informing. Therefore, how such information is presented to the intended audience matters significantly if the message is to be passed effectively. Specifically, media leverages the power of...

Excessive Use of Social Networks

Problem Statement The apocalypse of the 21st century might look like blocking social networks for 2 hours. There is panic in the street; people randomly walk around holding their photos and ask each other: “Do you like it?” A couple of decades ago, this situation would have seemed absurd, but...

Video Games’ Negative Impact on Children

Video games have become very popular among children. There are different points of view concerning its influence on children. Some parents consider some games to be intellectual and useful for their children as far as such games develop their skills. Nevertheless, there are more disadvantages than advantages in modern video...

Media Literacy and Political Manipulation

For a long time, scholars have understood the significant role that the media play in influencing public opinion and giving shape to the perceptions that people have about the world. But on the other hand, the debate about how influential the media are is clear even from the studies that...

Old Spice’s “Smell Like a Man, Man” Advertisement Analysis

One of the most famous advertising campaigns of the last decade, Old Spice’s “Smell Like a Man, Man,” was continued earlier this year. For the first time, the appearance of this ad brought the company and its products to a new level of popularity. This reason became an argument in...

Limited Time Spent Playing Computer Games

Introduction Although some people balance their time between computer games and other important developmental activities, some people have been totally incapable of balancing computer games with daily developmental aspects of life such as work, social life, family, and school. The most alarming of these developmental aspects is the increasingly reduced...

The Cult of Celebrity and Its Effect on Society

Celebrities receive such a remarkable level of attention today, and a lot of emphasis and value is placed on their actions. These are mostly the rich and famous and in this mad adoration, the media has given them a colossal amount of coverage, sharing all aspects of their lives to...

Helen Lansdowne Resor, Great Mind in Advertising

Introduction Helen Lansdowne Resor represents one of the greatest minds in advertising career and copywriting. She is a role model to emulate. Resor was born from a family of nine siblings and emerges out as a great mind in advertising industry. She eventually holds a position few women have attained...

“TV, Ideology, and Emancipatory Popular Culture”: General Idea and Sub-Points

Introduction The essay the TV, Ideology, and Emancipatory Popular Culture is written by Douglas Kellner, a famous sociologist. He is famous as a representative of the so-called “third-generation” critical theorists. During his career, the sociologist wrote many articles and essays which were devoted to the role of television in the...

Representation of Sexuality in the Media: Advertisement

It is an entirely difficult thing to underestimate impacts that have been generated from sexual representation in the media. This is because, with the current advancement in technology, sexual advertisement has greatly influenced the cultural behaviors of people in the societies. The representation has also enhanced people to realize their...

How Do CRTC and CBC Affect Canadian Media and Culture?

How do CRTC and CBC affect Canadian Media and culture? Canadian culture lacks the presence of a truly public broadcasting network and this anthology revolves around contemporary programming and production facilities. Though the Canadian federal government in the form of media bodies like CRTC has attempted to retain Canadian culture...

The Advertisement Effectiveness and Measurement of Its Effectiveness

Introduction Through the various changes that have taken place in our recent studies and measurement of advertising techniques, it has been found that advertising definitely works better than not advertising. It is certainly more beneficial than promotions and it works on almost any type of media, like print, radio, internet...

Do These Media Affect How People Perceive Reality?

We have been raised in world where perception is key. It is the basis by which we judge everything we see, taste, or feel as being real or imagined. Everything we see and hear influences our way of thinking and method of life. Of all the existing influences in our...

The Meaning of Celebrity Culture and Fandom

Introduction A celebrity is a widely known person or a famous person that attracts media attention and the public. Celebrity image was born in the media that prompted the relationship between fame, ordinary people and television. Celebrity status is usually generated from the media; people can also become famous without...

“Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now” by Lanier

Introduction Social media platforms are trapping more and more people into their golden cages. Although the vast majority of people are aware of the hazardous effects of social networks, they still cannot imagine their life without them. In the past few years, many researchers published some serious studies on the...

Fashion Media Effects on Society

Introduction In the world of diversity and variety, one of the phenomena which are consistently present in society is fashion. Fashion can refer to many aspects of people’s lives, like what they do, what they eat and so on, but clothing the most visible manifestation of it. Clothing can not...

US-China Rivalry: Comparing Traditional & New Media Coverage

Introduction Journalism is a critical field that plays a positive role in determining events and topics that policymakers and citizens should discuss and guide social or political issues. This paper presents a case study of news coverage of the same issue by a traditional and a new media organization. The...

Social Media Enable Cultural Importation

Introduction Most prominent social network companies such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and others are based in the United States. As a result, their core staff and a large portion of their audience are invested heavily in American culture, leading to the emergence of the idea that the firms are...

Influence of News Media on the Social Behavior of Society

Introduction Undoubtedly, the news media have a tremendous influence on the social behavior of society with regards to information, communication, as well as entertainment. Paper journals, magazines, and newspapers are currently considered as old sources of media that cannot have the same impact on society the way that technologies can....

Media’s Role in Shaping the Civil Rights Movement

Introduction The social and cultural attributes experienced in the United States after the end of the Civil War created a society characterized by inequality and racial segregation. Many African Americans and other minority groups were against the existing levels of racism and injustice. These challenges led to the infamous Civil...

Media Influence on Children’s and Teens’ Body Image

Introduction The rapid increase in body dissatisfaction rates at the dawn of the 21st century has attracted the attention of scientists, researchers, clinicians, and psychologists (Markey & Markey, 2010)… Negative body image contributes to different psychological and physical consequences such as dieting, obesity, anorexia, bulimia, and other extreme measures of...

Poster Presentation: Apple in India

Briefly describe the content of the poster and organization The poster gives a summarized case study of Apple Inc. in India; it is presented to give the full details of the company’s operation in the country. The poster has made use of both textual and graphic elements to represent the...

WhatsApp: Social Media Security and Privacy

Introduction The evolutionary developments in technological and communication gadgets have brought about a series of changes in the way people around the world communicate today. This has been achieved through the introduction of new tools and applications in these gadgets. The applications have been necessitated by the demands of consumers...

Facebook Critique: “With Friends Like These…” by Tom Hodgkinson

This essay is written by Tom Hodgkinson, and it is a critique of Facebook, its founders, and its business model. The author is skeptical about the validity of Facebook’s business model as well as the motives behind its institution. The author is also unimpressed by the tremendous success that Facebook...

Emirates Group: Advertising and Passenger Communications

Executive summary This is a business report on the advertising at Emirates Group. It entails the Group’s strategies and activities on passenger communication, visual services, and advertising. The report discusses the activities of advertising, which include, budgeting factors based on the ROI and accountability, Information, Communications, Entertainment (ICE), flight Passenger...

Public Opinion and the Media

Introduction Academics and professionals claim that most Americans guess their responses to survey questions; have narrow, weak opinions about the US government policies; and are easily influenced by the media based on standard narratives, politicians, corporations, or advocacy groups. Public opinion reflects public views on various government agendas and political...

Environmental Impacts of Events

Introduction The definition of each environmental variation is paramount to the schedules and plans devised to create a successful and sustainable, as well as an all-inclusive event. Essentially, event managers control and identify the shortcomings of such events and pave a way through determining the possible resolutions that can solve...

Cars in Popular Culture and Mass Media

The entirety of ideas, fancy images, attitudes, and perspectives within the cultural mainstream define what is known as popular (or pop) culture (Liu, Lee, & Groves, 2016). These attitudes and ideas are usually influenced by a wide range of mass media platforms such as social networks and television channels. The...

Diet Pepsi Advertisement Explanation

The New Skinny Can Pepsi Ad Analysis: Introduction Pepsi Co. is one of the primary competitors of the Coca-Cola Company, and it has always been trying to develop interesting and appealing advertisements that attract the attention of the audience (Lamb et al. 94). In this case, the Diet Pepsi advertisement...

Defining the Style and Impact of New Journalism Trends

New Journalism appeared and became very popular in the 1960-1970s. It was seen as something revolutionary as journalists had not employed techniques that came into existence at that period. This approach is characterized by the presence of a significant portion of fiction, an abundance of facts and details, and a...

The Computer-Mediated and Face-to-Face Communications

The rapid development of technologies led to significant changes in the manner of people’s interactions because of the necessity to respond to the tendencies of the constantly changing world. The progress of Instant Messaging technologies, social media, and Skype means the beginning of the digital era in which the computer-mediated...

Dallas Farmer’s Market Advertisement

Introduction The advertisement of Dallas Farmer’s market conveys a message that people should purchase healthy food provided by this market rather than fast food. The advertisement uses a recognizable object (French fries pack from McDonald’s) and fills it with a new sense. To reach out to a diverse audience, the...

How Technology Has Changed Communication?

Introduction Social networks have made communication simpler, faster and better by enhancing accessibility in both social and business fields. Millions of people use social network sites to carry out financial transactions surf the net as well as carry out financial banking. Unlike use of hi-tech computer programs, social networks require...

Anti-Smoking Poster Visual Analysis in Advertising

Introduction Advertisements and posters can deliver powerful messages to different individuals. Many advertisers and campaigners can achieve their goals using the best visual elements. For instance, the anti-smoking poster presented below encourages more people to quit smoking. This anti-smoking poster explores how designers can use of words, images, colors, settings,...

Communication Networks

Communication networks within a firm include wheel network, chain network, circle network, and all-channel network. Wheel network is a form of communication network where information is acquired from one central point to the rest of the employees. There is minimal involvement of employees in the decision-making process as the source...

The Evolution of Network Television: Oprah Winfrey’s Pivotal Role

Introduction Modern technology has enabled people to communicate effectively and this aspect has revolutionized how they conduct their daily activities. The entertainment industry has benefited from improved technology and television stations have earned public recognition through their programs. Media personalities have advanced their careers and this move has created room...

Introduction to Communication: Advertising

After the influence of salesmanship became publicly noticed in the 18th cent., the present complex form of advertising began to evolve. Nowadays, one cannot imagine his/her life without openly sponsored offering of goods, services, or ideas through a variety of media of public communication. On the one hand, advertising convince...

Analyzing Facebook’s Role in Depression: A Study of Social Comparison and Rumination

Background Empirical research is a primary study in which the authors collect data on a phenomenon to test theories or hypotheses. Analyzing such studies is essential to students as it helps them understand the various sections, content, and writing of a scholarly paper. In their article, “Negative Social Comparison on...

Teenage Pregnancy in Media: Stereotypes, Sensationalism, and Social Impact

Introduction Teenage pregnancy is one of the most acute social problems of our time. It has become one of the most discussed topics in the media. For example, recently, many documentary films and popular TV shows have dealt with this issue in depth. In the media, the presentation of the...

How Only Listening to Big Media Can Affect Opinions

Introduction The abundance of information people currently experience may be both a benefit and a problem. Because of the advent of social media and instant news updates, people have never had such rapid access to information from around the globe. This wealth of knowledge may, however, also be intimidating and...

Celebrity Culture and Media Influence on Identity and Behavior

Introduction One might even claim that celebrities are everywhere. They are the ones who are always featured in the media. A famous person is, therefore, addressed by the term mediation. It describes the intricate ways people participate in the production, representation, and consumption processes via technology, media industries, and social...

ESPN: Sports Media and the Digital Transformation of Fan Engagement

The Role of Digital Technologies in Modern Sports Digital technologies are currently used in all areas of the sports industry, from training and monitoring athletes’ performance and health to broadcasting competitions and accumulating fans’ digital experiences when visiting sports arenas offline and watching online broadcasts. Now and in the past, the...

The Positive Impact of Video Games: Enhancing Skills, Emotional Relief, and Social Interaction

Introduction Video games are a staple of modern technology’s offerings to both the young and old. While they are often dismissed as mere pastimes, a closer examination reveals their profound influence on various aspects of human life. I agree that video games predominantly positively affect individuals by enhancing skills and...

Influence of Agenda-Setting Theory on Public Perception in Mass Media

Introduction The mass media significantly influence society, as they have power over what and in what way to present information. The press and television use the formation of public opinion to achieve specific goals. This paper aims to investigate how the appearance of printed newspapers affects the perception of facts...

Critical Perspective on Mass Communication and Media Power

Introduction As I explore a different way of thinking about mass communication, I’m particularly interested in the critical perspective, which is part of a broader alternative approach discussed by Denis McQuail. In a world where communication science is mainly about using numbers and facts, critical theory provides a new and...

Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health and Academic Performance: Review of Recent Studies

Introduction This digital technology, known as social media, permits sharing of information and ideas, comprising visuals and texts, via virtual platforms and networks. Access to social media is common, even though issues have been raised concerning the effect of social media on the mental of adolescents (Orben & Blakemore, 2023)....

Impact of Cyberspace on Social Interaction, Perception, and Democracy

Introduction Cyberspace has played a detrimental role in shaping the nature of social interactions among people worldwide. However, the addiction that forms as a result of the excessive use of social media and news consumption of news plays a cruel trick on many people, particularly in terms of undermining the...

The Impact of Advertising on Social Media: Examples from Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

Introduction In the Internet era, people can experience negative and positive effects while visiting different sources and social media platforms. Some of them tend to pursue their interests and obtain profits aggressively. In terms of addiction and psychology, the advertisement strategy of particular companies poses a considerable threat to people’s...

Ethical Considerations for Nurses on Social Media: Confidentiality and Professionalism

Introduction Professional conduct is crucial in any job, but there are some spheres where one’s behavior is being assessed even beyond the workplace. Politicians, teachers, nurses, and other professionals have to be careful about what they say or share not only during their working hours but also on their social...

Media Literacy, Ethical Content, and Cultural Influence in Modern Media

Choice of Media Media literacy is an essential aspect of life in today’s society. Even though content creators should adhere to ethical standards, they often shift content analysis to consumers. This study is analyzed by the episode from the TV show Black Mirror, ” Smithereens,” and the article “You Deserve...

The Impact of Cyberstalking on Victims’ Lives

The Prioritization of Bullying and Harassment in Schools The problem of bullying and harassment in schools has a lower priority compared to other issues, such as absenteeism or non-compliance with the rules of conduct at school; therefore, little attention is paid to this problem in society. Effective learning cannot take...

Social Contagion and Its Impact on Social Networks

Understanding Social Contagion Social contagion is the spread of ideas, emotions, and behaviors through social networks. It is the phenomenon in which people acquire specific views or actions as a result of the impact of their social ties. This may happen among families, civilizations, or any group of interrelated people....

Evaluating the Credibility of a 2023 Healthcare News Article Using the CRAAP Test

Introduction The CRAAP test evaluates sources to determine whether the information in them is current, relevant, authoritative, accurate, and transparent. Texts that do not fit one or more of these characteristics should not be used in scientific research and education. An example that does not pass the CRAAP test is...

The Impact of Advertising on Self-Esteem and Society: Analyzing Through Cultivation Theory

Introduction According to research, the typical person sees between 280 and 310 adverts daily (Zhangboy, 2019). The mass media, mainly advertising in magazines and newspapers, significantly influences people’s everyday lives in today’s society. The most significant destructive impact of the press is that it imposes beauty ideals on society since...

The Adverse Impact of Social Media on Youth: Self-Esteem, Relationships, and Extreme Views

Abstract Social media has evolved as an essential component of our lives, specifically for immature people. This phenomenon has raised a controversy concerning its impact on juveniles. The hypothesis analyzed in this paper is whether social media has a primarily adverse or favorable effect on the young generation. Given the...

Impact of Social Media on News Diversity and Quality: Annotated Bibliography

Research Question How do social media companies’ control over news content affect its diversity and quality, and what steps can be taken to foster a balanced news ecosystem on these platforms? Annotated Bibliography Fletcher, Richard, Antonis Kalogeropoulos, and Rasmus Kleis Nielsen. “More Diverse, More Politically Varied: How Social Media, Search...

Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health: Key Insights from Peer-Reviewed Studies

Introduction New societal trends affect the population’s mental well-being for better or worse. Mental health professionals must remain knowledgeable regarding these shifts and be able to respond appropriately to issues that may take a toll on people’s psyche. Social media is essential in modern society as online interactions become more...

Enhancing Media Literacy with the Center for Media Literacy’s Five Key Questions

Description of the Media Literacy Website Section The chosen website is the Center for Media Literacy (CML, https://www.medialit.org/). It provides a multitude of resources aimed at enhancing media literacy. One particular section that stands out is their “Five Key Questions That Can Change the World.” These five questions are: Who...

Analysis of Media Coverage on New Mexico’s Gun Control Order

Introduction Gun control is one of the major current issues, and the most recent argument has centered around New Mexico. The state’s governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham, has lately ordered for firearms to be banned from being carried in Albuquerque’s public places for a month (“Gun owner,” 2023; “New Mexico,” 2023;...

The Representation of Religious Heroism in Cinema: Jewett and Lawrence’s Discussion of Stereotypes

Introduction In the chapter “Heroes and Superheroes,” Jewett and Lawrence discuss heroism communicated through cinema. The chapter’s main argument is that cinematography has given a more profound representation of religious heroism (Jewett and Lawrence 384). In addition, the authors argue that heroism in cinema encourages religiously insightful behavior in the...

Robert Downey Jr.’s Journey Through Addiction and Recovery

Introduction The harrowing battle against addiction transcends social status and fame, affecting individuals from all walks of life. In the realm of celebrities, where the spotlight amplifies successes and struggles, one name stands out for the inspirational recovery story: Robert Downey Jr. His transformation from the depths of addiction to...

ESPN and HBO Real Sports: Innovations in Sports Broadcasting

Introduction Journalism is a complex profession that assumes various particular spheres of information transfer. Among the most exciting materials are those depicting sports events. Sports broadcasting is widely popular worldwide and has millions of fans in many countries. This paper will consider two significant companies, ESPN and HBO Real Sports,...

Media Literacy and Bias in the Coverage of the TikTok Ban

Introduction The assessment of media coverage and its perception from the public’s perspective has generated an understanding of how a message can be interpreted differently. The example examined was the TikTok ban’s coverage due to the lack of data security that the Chinese government could access on demand. The current...

The Negative Effects of Social Media on Mental Health, Social Connections, and Productivity

Topic Sentence Our dependency on social media has had a significant negative impact on our daily lives, harming our mental health, social connections, and productivity. Introduction In today’s technologically advanced civilization, social media has become firmly interwoven in our lives. However, there are many negative consequences to our reliance on...

Instagram’s Impact on Self-Improvement and Self-Esteem Evaluation

Introduction In today’s world, social networks play an important role in human lives. Instagram is one of the most popular social networks, and many people use it to seek recognition and assert their self-reliance. In this post, we will discuss some of the motivations for self-improvement and self-assessment using the...

The Dual Impact of Social Media on Mental Health: Benefits and Drawbacks

Introduction The rise of social media use in the past decade has significantly impacted our lives. Social media platforms allow people to connect, share, and create content unprecedentedly. However, there is an increasing debate about how this technology affects mental health. While social media provides a variety of benefits, it...

Fake News Proliferation: Awareness, Identity, and Impact

Apuke, Oberiri Destiny, and Bahiyah Omar. “Fake News Proliferation in Nigeria: Consequences, Motivations, and Prevention Through Awareness Strategies.” Humanities & Social Sciences Reviews, vol. 8, no. 2, 2020, pp. 318–327. This article discusses fake news in the Nigerian context and the importance of awareness strategies, relying on the teaching experience...

The Impact of Fake News: History, Elements, and Solutions for Today’s Users

Introduction During the last several decades, people have been obsessed with creating their rules, standards, and qualifications and following the principles of democracy, free will, and independence. However, such confidence and persistence make them vulnerable to a serious, primarily invisible threat known as fake news. Social media and other online...

Barbie and Body Image: Controversy and Positive Attributes

Introduction Barbie, the iconic Mattel doll, has been a part of popular culture since her creation and has greatly impacted society. Barbie has been a source of joy and controversy, especially regarding her representation of the ideal female body. While the doll has been praised for inspiring young girls to...

The Benefits and Risks of Super Bowl Advertising for Established and New Brands

Evaluating the Effectiveness of High-Cost Advertisements for New Companies Spending millions on Super Bowl commercials can be a beneficial practice for established brands in case they present a specific function or innovation. For instance, this year, Google Pixel 7 demonstrated the ability to edit photographs on their phones in real-time...

The Glens Centre: Social Media Content

Introduction The Glens Centre in Manorhamilton, County Leitrim, Ireland, is a cultural and performing arts venue. The company was established in 1995, and the non-profit now calls a former Methodist church home (The Glens Centre, n.d.). The center offers a variety of artistic programs in the areas of music, theater,...

The Role and Responsibility of Media in Modern American Society

The media plays an essential role in the information space in modern American society. Traditional news and social media have a vast audience that informs about current events and trends. However, there has been a growing interest in how accurate and reliable the information provided by the media is. Traditional...

Overcoming Challenges in the Forever Young Advertising Campaign

Introduction The Leo Burnett Decentralization Solution proposes a shift towards decentralization efforts to help “Forever Young” successfully launch its product. The problems identified are the limited creativity and lack of common goals in managing virtual teams, the lack of cultural awareness in the Canadian market, and communication challenges within and...

The Light of the Online Filter Bubbles Phenomena

Today, most people take Internet search as an everyday task, without paying much attention to the process. However, this is not a sufficiently conscious approach, especially for people who plan to work in the field of media or information provision. A more quality-oriented approach requires information seekers to apply information...

Exploitation of Content Producers

The invention of the Internet and the social media websites such as Facebook and Instagram have changed the way people communicate, with the traditional means of communication being replaced by the technology-based platforms. The young generation has specifically embraced social media as a communication tool. They tend to shun the...

Unpaid Content: The Case of Facebook

In the social economy, content is produced by users rather than by the owners of a website such as Facebook or Instagram. Most people welcome the ability to freely use these content-sharing platforms to keep in touch with their friends, share pictures, or even write content for others as on...

Gennady Golovkin and Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara: The Cultural Events

Cultural events define the course of society by bringing something new and life-changing. They can range from art to sports to music, but they tend to represent a specific culture on the global stage. The given research-based paper will focus on two cultural events which took place within the last...

The Popularization of Social Media

Introduction The social infrastructure changes in response to each advancement in technology. The popularization and near worldwide dissemination of social media have meaningfully impacted modern society. Today, a global community is formed through social networking services as people from different parts of the world can engage with each other. Discussion...

Facebook Ad Boycott: Social Media Advertising

In my opinion, by joining the Facebook ad boycott, companies make a significant contribution to social responsibility efforts. Zuckerberg’s networks are effective marketing platforms for large businesses. When well-known corporations, such as Starbucks and Coca Cola stop using Facebook for the purpose of promoting social agenda, it is a sign...

Has the Facebook Platform Lost Its Edge?

Facebook has been one of the most popular social networks worldwide for a long time. Recently, however, Facebook usage trends have been eroding and declining. However, most of the younger generation has recently left this social network. Experts believe that such data shows that Facebook is at the final stage...

Fake News and the Future of Journalism

The perception of the present false news that revolves around the area of journalism is created by the persuasive language used in communication. This concept is expressed by several individuals in various ways, which helps the audience absorb the information. Each strategy for journalism must persuade the audience and keep...

Networking Schemes in Riverside, California

Introduction Riverside is one of the fast-developing cities in the United States, and the main networking opportunities in this location can be conferences, meetups, and informational interviews, for example, Moreno Valley Regional Job Fair and Business Opportunity Meetings provide ground for career development, exchange of experience, and seeking new business...

The Connection Between School Shootings and Media Coverage of Violence

Introduction Over the past few years, there has been an increase in media coverage of violent crimes and events all over the world. At the same time, the number of school shootings grew, which raised questions about whether the reporting of violent crimes may have pushed teenagers to commit them...

PR and Media Academy: How to Get Yourself the Media You Deserve

Introduction PR and Media Academy: How to Get Yourself the Media You Deserve is the title of a video that provides advice for real estate agents on how to handle public relations. Tristan Ahumada hosts the Lab Coat Agents, and their guest is Christine Haas, a public relations mogul, TV...

The Kingdom of Heaven: Event Description

The Kingdom of Heaven is like a great big event to which everyone is invited. There are no exclusions, no VIP lists, and no dress codes. It does not matter if you are rich or poor, young or old, sad or happy, everyone is welcome, and everyone is celebrated. In...

Luke Skywalker as a Hero of Star Wars

Defining a character or a person as a hero requires them to demonstrate qualities that make them exceptional in their environment. Based on a framework constructed by Joseph Campbell to describe the typical mythological archetype of a mono-myth, it is possible to trace similar tropes in characters from Ancient Greece...

Associated Press News Site Evaluation

Introduction We live in the information age where collection and distribution of news articles is not confined only to media houses. The world’s famous media sites have incorporated social media and private reporters who collect and submit news without proper authentication. The Associated Press is undoubtedly one the most prominent...

Video Games’ Impact on Adolescent Violence

Introduction Since the advent of computer games, heated debates have not subsided. Some consider them absolute evil and the only reason for many bloody crimes. For others, it is a common way of entertainment and pastime. Moreover, some people support the development of the game industry and the release of...

Social Media in Healthcare Marketing

The role of social media has grown increasingly over the past decade, with some of the best-known social media sites having morphed into massive promotional platforms of a range of organizations. Similarly to other businesses, healthcare organizations can use social media to their advantage in order to advertise their services...

Social Dilemma: Should We Regulate Social Media?

Technological advancement has made our lives significantly more manageable, from transport, healthcare, and telecommunications to money transfer, among others. Nonetheless, there have been issues that have emerged because of digital inventions. On that point, this article discusses the effects of social media on our lives and whether it needs regulation....

The Role of Media in Creating Mass Opinions in the US

Introduction The mass media – both traditional and social – are an important component of the mass communication of society, which acquires special significance in the post-industrial era. The media carries various socio-political roles: organizing, unifying, consolidating society, educating and informing masses, and others. However, it can also play a...

The Aspects of the Drug Use and Media

Introduction Media can influence youth drug and alcohol use by portraying the use of these substances in a positive or glamorous light or by depicting characters using them without experiencing negative consequences. This can lead to the normalization of drug and alcohol use among the youth and can make it...

The Disney World Rides Experience for Participants

Katie is a 22-year-old young woman who became one of the participants in the Disney World rides experience. She mentioned that she was not interested much in such entertainment before and generally had a neutral attitude toward this activity. Before taking a ride in the Twilight Zone’s Tower, Katie said...

The Role of Social Media in American News Media

In recent decades, primarily due to the digitization of communications, the role of the media in society has evolved. In the past, consumers were forced to rely mainly on information produced, disseminated, and regulated by institutions like companies and major news organizations. These organizations decided which topics and stories were...

Social Media, Body Image, Mental Health, and Social Comparisons

Introduction Social media is a part of everyday life for the majority of people on the planet. Accessible from computers and smartphones, it allows for instant messages, sharing photos and images, and offering stories of one’s life and success to others. At the same time, social media has become a...

The Representation of the Violence in the Media

Introduction The media is increasingly featuring content full of violence, including intimidation and the use of physical force. Different forms of media, including video games, movies, news, and films, are presently orchestrated to feature actions used to hurt, damage, or kill other people or animals. The presence of such content...

Social Media as a Tool for Depression Detection

Nowadays, many psychologists and other mental health care professionals are concerned with the problem of the significant influence of social media on the development of depression, especially in adolescent populations. Moreover, enormous efforts are put into understanding this issue more comprehensively and seeking ways to prevent this condition. The chosen...

The Adolescents’ Social Media Use

The research problem that I am going to explore pertains to the effects that adolescents’ active social media (SM) use has on society. Having reviewed the readings for Unit 6, I engaged in the preliminary analysis of the previously selected general topic to formulate a specific problem to explore. My...

Kohl’s “Spring Into Action” Clip: Advertisement Analysis

The selected advertisement for this report is the 2021 Kohl’s “Spring into Action” clip. The video features an employee delivering a package to the house of a family, outside a young girl is drawing on the sidewalk with chalk (King, 2021). The clip depicts neighbors playing and jumping through the...

Dead Bodies: Depicting in Mass Media

It is sad to say that brutality, violence, and death are integral elements of everyday life. That is why mass media are expected to cover these events to inform the public of these occurrences. However, an ethical dilemma emerges when photos of such events are under consideration. Many journalists, editors,...

False News in the 21st Century

Nowadays, technology plays an integral role in every person’s life. Be it a phone, computer, TV, or radio, these sources serve as channels of information, allowing people to learn more about daily events. However, with the advent of technology and the Internet, the dissemination of any bits of information and...

Body Image in Media Representation

Introduction Body image is how people make judgments concerning their bodies. Since they are exposed to many media images, these media images emerge as the basis for some of the comparisons to others. Hence, people are bombarded with billboards, magazines, and videos that inform them what they need to strive...

How Post-Media Literacy Affects Society

Andrea Simionato & Karen A. Donnachie AI Seems to be a Verb (2022), Web. The research attempts to uncover some of the embedded processes and possible biases of A.I. The authors have a large number of published articles and other works on automated reading and the evolution of literature media....

Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health Conditions

Introduction Social media usage has become widespread in the last ten years globally. Platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat are popular with the majority of individuals. Anxiety and depression among teenagers are on the rise, which can be blamed on an increase in the time spent on the...

Social Media’s Multifaceted Impact on Mental Health

Introduction Social media is a ground-breaking online platform that fundamentally alters how people view the world and has integrated into our culture. Social media is more important for daily social interaction due to the development and growth of technology. The importance of social media in today’s world can be understood...

Social Media’s Impact on Psychological Distress

This systematic study examined the impact of social media usage on depression, anxiety, and psychological distress among teenagers. The results were categorized into four core contexts: time spent, activity, investment, and addiction. There was a correlation between all dimensions and depression, anxiety, and psychological discomfort. As a result of the...