...| Course Syllabus College of Humanities HUM/186 Version 3 Media Influences on American Culture WCFYS0712 | Copyright © 2012, 2011, 2009 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Start Date: Tuesday, 8/28/2012 Week 2: Tuesday, 9/4/2012 Week 3: Tuesday, 9/11/2012 Week 4: Tuesday, 9/18/2012 Week 5: Tuesday, 9/25/2012 Course End Date: Tuesday, 9/25/2012 Facilitator Information Ststeve Headley sheadley@email.phoenix.edu (University of Phoenix faculty) Steve.Headley@phoenix.edu (work) 727-642-4993 (cell) 513-551-5144 (Work) Course Description The course provides an introduction to the most prominent forms of media that influence and impact social, business, political, and popular culture in contemporary America. It explores the unique aspects of each medium as well as interactions across various media that combine to create rich environments for information sharing, entertainment, business, and social interaction in the United States and around the world. Policies Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are...
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...University of Phoenix Material 07/18/2012 Media Convergence Worksheet Write brief 250- to 300-word answers to each of the following: |Questions |Answers | |What is meant by the term media |Media convergence means the lines are getting blurred between traditional forms | |convergence with regard to technology, |convergence with technology of the media and almost becoming one. Media convergence plays | |and how has it affected everyday life? |a very an important role in how it has affected everyday life of the evolution of mass | | |communication the evolution and media convergence occurs whenever it establish forms | | |communication technology to create new technologies offering new mass communications. The | | |internet allows magazines and newspapers to merge with new technology and computers to | | |increase and report information to readers frequently. Amazon allows readers to have | | |E-readers to combine medium of books with electronic display technologies to offer a new | | |convenient method way of reading. A new source of media mass converge is unavailable for | | ...
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...Individual Week One Assignment Elizabeth Reyes HUM/186 July 2, 2013 Tracy Zampaglione Effects of Mass Media Even though unnoticed, the major developments of mass media during the last century have had a major influence in our culture while media convergence has affected our everyday life. The progresses we have seen during the past century are telegraph communications, photographic technologies, and personal computers that were on the rise rapidly. Today’s culture grabs distinct technologies to share tasks and resources, in short terms, media convergence (Lule 2012). A main advancement that paved the way for other infrastructures is telegraph communication. This level of work made a way to make it easier to communicate that according to Lule (2012), communication was no longer linked to the physical transportation of messages… Suddenly, information from distant places was nearly as accessible as local news. Lule (2012) also described how those telegraph line turned into thier version of the World Wide Web. Using telegraph communication led into the advancements in wireless communications. That improvement made a smooth transition into radio, television, and other broadcast Medias. Not long after this advancement, this allowed media networks, for example, the National Broadcasting Company (NBC) and the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) to dominate the airways (Lule, 2012). Once these inventions and new methods were constructed, they immediately...
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... Media Influences on American Culture 6 – 10 p.m. Tuesdays Course Start Date: 06/14/2011 Course End Date: 07/12/2011 University of Phoenix South Florida Campus Miami Learning Center 11410 NW 20th Street, Miami, FL 33172 Whenever there is a question about what assignments are due, please remember this syllabus is considered the ruling document. Copyright Copyright © 2011, 2009 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. University of Phoenix® is a registered trademark of Apollo Group, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Use of these marks is not intended to imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. Edited in accordance with University of Phoenix® editorial standards and practices. Course Description The course provides an introduction to the most prominent forms of media that influence and impact social, business, political, and popular culture in contemporary America. It explores the unique aspects of each medium as well as interactions across various media that combine...
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...Mass Media is a unit of different devices and media outlets that are used to spread information through mass communication. It is used to spread a variety of news, events, and things such as the weather or other topics. In this day and age not many people use a newspaper or magazine for their source of daily information, but rather a variety of digital Medias such as the internet, television, and their smart phones. Everything that is printed on paper can be easily accessed from the comfort of your home without having to leave the house and pay for the information. The effects of Mass Media on the public are that we now have access to a much easier way to communicate and get a message spread across the world. Some of the major developments of Media over the last century are: The newspaper and Magazine in the 1900’s, the Radio in the 1940’s, The Television in the 1950’s, Satellite TV in 1962, the Internet in 1969, and the first smart phone (IBM Simon) in 1992. All of these media outlets have played their own roles in society, and they still do to this day. All of the types of media that were mention are all still used to this day. So how exactly have these different types of media played a role in society? The Newspaper for starters, was one of the first types of media ever invented. It was different from a book, more efficient than word of mouth, and much unlike the other “newspapers” before it. It allowed people to find many different news stories and much more in one bundle...
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... Tutorial Leader Copland, Kayla Copland, Kayla Pope, Amara Brown, Sami Brown, Sami Gupta, Alison Gupta, Alison Naraghi, Erika Naraghi, Erika Pope, Amara Zaman, Syeda Zaman, Syeda Bull, Katie Bull, Katie 1 Locations Seminary S102 Seminary S102 Seminary S102 Seminary S102 Seminary S102 Peters P2027 Peters P2027 Peters P2027 Peters P2027 Peters P2027 Seminary S102 Seminary S102 Peters P2027 Peters P2027 Our time each week will divided between lectures, group discussions and, occasionally, the screening of relevant documentaries/other material. The readings for each lecture should be completed by the time of class. ∆ COURSE OVERVIEW Boilerplate Course Description: An introduction to the key issues in Canadian communication studies from a variety of perspectives, including such topics as social history of communication in Canada, public policy and politics, and popular culture. — 0.5 Credit More specifically, this course introduces students to the contemporary communication and media landscapes of Canada—including Canada’s place in the global mediascape. It introduces students to the central institutions,...
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...HUM/186 Version 4 Media Influences on American Culture Copyright © 2013, 2012, 2011, 2009 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description The course provides an introduction to the most prominent forms of media that influence and impact social, business, political, and popular culture in contemporary America. It explores the unique aspects of each medium as well as interactions across various media that combine to create rich environments for information sharing, entertainment, business, and social interaction in the United States and around the world. Policies Faculty and students will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality. Course Materials Lule, J. (2012). Exploring media and culture. Irvington, NY: Flat World Knowledge, Inc. All electronic materials are available on the student website. Week One: The Formative Influence of Mass Media on American Culture Details Objectives 1.1. Identify the effects of mass media on American culture...
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...KCB 301 Media Audience Assessment 1 – Take Home Exam Chosen Questions Part A: 1 Part B: 3, 5 Student Name: Fred Can Zhang Student Number: N7687079 Tutor’s Name: Nino Miletovic Word Count: 3116 Part A Question 1 Introduction Currently, the development of media industries have been significantly motivated by media convergence; globalization and competition. Therefore, how to change and improve to adapt challenges and opportunities which brought by new ages have become a core mission for many media producer and organizations. During these changing process, it is clearly to see that audience’s attitude and preference have always significantly influence industries’ strategies, the organizations who can make the good audience consideration usually can achieve a better performance. However, with the rapid development of new technologies, the audiences becoming elusive – hard to pin down; define; measure and manage. (Lecture Notes, 2015) It has indicated that to consider how can different research methodologies help or affect industries to describe and understand the audiences could be necessary. This essay will discuss 2 types (Quantitative and Qualitative) of methodology which used often to research on audience, to analysis their benefits and disadvantages; make the statements based on examples and give the conclusion. Quantitative survey Research Firstly, quantitative research is a common and useful methodology to research on audience, this methodology has...
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...question. 1. What are the different forms of social media that exist today? Provide examples of different social media and their primary purposes. The different forms of social media are the internet, World Wide Web, instant messaging and social networking sights. Some examples of these are Facebook, MySpace, utube, Flickr, Google and twitter. The primary purpose of social media is to turn communication into a two way street for open communication. It allows you to read and process information as well as give your response and opinion on the matter. This can also be very influential either way and can sway consumers decisions on things such as movies, products, decisions, electronic devices, clothes even music. 2. What are the greatest benefits of social media for individuals and society? The greatest benefits of social media are the fact that everyone stays up to date on news and important things going on in the world as well as keeping people connected with their family and friends. It also tries to bring understanding to events that affect us all. This gives everyone in the entire world access to news around the globe and gives us all the same information as well major updates on weather and political problems. 3. What are the greatest problems of social media for individuals and society? The greatest problem with social media is that you cannot always believe what you read. The media sometimes misrepresents things and exploits them as well...
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...------------------------------------------------- Axia College Material Appendix A Midterm Exam Answer each question below. Answers should be approximately 100 words per question 1. What are the different forms of social media that exist today? Provide examples of different social media and their primary purposes. Different forms of social media are social networking sites such as Facebook and MySpace which you can interact with others in such a level of talking, texting, sharing information about your life, share photos, and talk to family members who live far and near. The internet also has websites that you can play games and interact with others with the same likes and dislikes that you have. Newspapers and articles about the World news are also available to be able to watch and post comments about what you are feeling and believe. Many people from all over access the internet for everything from chatting to buying a gift for someone it have all the advantages of living in the information super highway. 2. What are the greatest benefits of social media for individuals and society? Some of the greatest benefits for individuals and society when it comes to social media are that everyone is able to communicate with one another more efficiently than ever before. Consumers are able to be kept up to date and informed. Businesses are able to have more of an interactive relationship with their consumers by allowing feedback on products as...
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...Impact of Social Media on the Financial Services Industry: In today’s age everyone is well aware of the significant impact that social media has had on our lives in the way we communicate, socialise, conduct business and view the world. This case study however, will attempt to narrow the scope of this theme, by looking specifically at the way in which social media has influenced the financial services industry. The evolution of social media has facilitated a change in the nature of the relationship between institutions and consumers within the financial services sector. Not all of these changes have, however, had a positive effect on financial institutions. Media convergence and the growth of user-generated content has blurred the lines between different platforms of media, and the distinction between producers and consumers (Australian Communications and Media Authority, 2011). Social media outlets such as YouTube provide a platform for individual users to become producers by distributing content that can be viewed anywhere in the world. As a result, anyone with an internet connection has access to more knowledge and information than any time previously in history. This has impacted the financial services sector as non-mainstream media platforms are increasing awareness of the risky and often corrupt practises of financial institutions, particularly within the banking industry. For example, Peter Schiff, an American stockbroker and CEO of Euro Pacific Capital, has used...
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...This file of HUM 176 Week 3 Discussion Questions shows the solutions to the following problems: DQ 1: In the video this week, Bill Goodykoontz discusses watching movies as a group in a theater versus watching alone, on computers, or in your home. Explain how the availability of movies has evolved over the last century. Which experience do you prefer and why? DQ 2: Have you ever watched a movie or television show on a computer or portable device? In addition to the quality of the picture and sound, did you find that it affected your ability to share the experience with others? Explain. General Questions - General General Questions Title Examining the Use of Social Media and Its Impact on Corporate Commerce Assessment A, Part One - Evaluating the Pros and Cons of Different Social Media Sites Identify the pros and cons for each site. Blogger Con: Security - possible transmission of untrustworthy links Blogger Pro: Ability to filter comments via an approval mechanism Blogger Pro: Ability to filter comments via an approval mechanism Blogger Pro: Mass customization - widespread use among target audience Blogger Pro: Ability to receive instant feedback from product demographics Blogger Pro: Mass customization - widespread use among target audience Digg Con: Security - possible transmission of untrustworthy...
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... | | |Media and American Culture | Copyright © 2011, 2010, 2009 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description The course provides an introduction to the most prominent forms of media that influence and impact social, business, political, and popular culture in contemporary America. It explores the unique aspects of each medium as well as interactions across various media that combine to create rich environments for information sharing, entertainment, business, and social interaction in the U.S. and around the world. Policies Students will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: • University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. • Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality. Course Materials Campbell, R., Martin, C., & Fabos, B. (2010). Media and culture: An introduction to mass communications (7th ed.). Boston, MA: Bedford/St. Martin’s....
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...Communication 220 Final Review FORMAT 1) This is not a cumulative exam. It will cover only information not covered on Exam #1 and #2. 2) The exam will be 40 multiple choice and 10 T/F questions; each question will be worth 2 points 3) Bring two numbers 2 pencils. 4) If you are a student with a disability send me an email reminding me of the accommodations we discussed so that I can be sure to get your exam to its proper location. 5) You are welcome to attend my office hours this week to review your first or second exam. CONTENT 6) The exam questions will come predominantly from course lecture and the specific chapters and materials covered are listed on the second and third page of this document. a. If the material came directly from the text book it is not listed. If the lecture differed greatly from the text book the terms and concepts are clearly listed below. b. For the chapters reviewed in class you should use review all the terms listed in the key concepts at the end of the chapter. If there is ever a conflict between the lecture and the book, defer to the lecture. 7) You should be able to define and explain all the key terms. 8) You should be able to put concepts and theories into conversation with one another and recognize the differences and similarities between them. 9) You should be able to apply a course concept of theory to a practical example. 10) You should know what scholar created...
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...WEEK 1 1. New Communication Technologies - Posted: 27 FEB 2012 The phrase “New communication technologies” is a recently invented, developed scientific knowledge applied in our everyday life. They offer fresh and a new ways of communication, something different what was used by previous generations or perhaps just a few years earlier. These new communication technologies certainly influence and change the way we live and manage our communication, social and business activities. One of these new communication technologies is the so-called “smart-phones”, which are the combination of cellular phones and computer based technology. “The growing capabilities of handheld devices and transmission protocols have enabled a growing number of inventive and fanciful applications—for instance, augmented reality” (Hosch Encyclopaedia Britannica2012) They incorporate a whole list of features, example touchscreen (which is almost a standard application these days) internet browser, high resolution camera, capable to take High Definition Videos apart from HD still shots, navigator, Mp3 music player, document viewer, Bluetooth, USB, alarm clock, calculator, calendar. It brilliantly works with Wi-Fi and after all, it is also capable to make phone calls too. Reference: smartphone 2012. Encyclopædia Britannica Online. Retrieved 25 February 2012, from http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/1498102/smartphone ...
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