As I alluded to on the first page, media today has become an integral part of our daily lives. In this modern era, we have access to an overwhelming about of information. The media are effective channels for relaying and interpreting this info. However, as the First Amendment of the United States guarantees the freedom of communication (through religion, free speech, the press, or assemblies), it is important for us to critically consider this enormity of knowledge abounding in our society.
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Merriam-Webster Online defines medium (pluaral: media) as:
- …a channel or system of communication, information, or entertainment…
- …a publication or broadcast that carries advertising…
- …a mode of artistic expression or communication…
As society continues to integrate technology into lifestyle, the subject of media becomes increasingly more important. There is no doubt that these channels of communication play a vital role in world affairs, but one must examine to what extent.
This book is inspired by a media studies course I took at Georgia Tech. Below you’ll find links to various topics such as media ownership and identity construction. I hope you’ll find this as informative as I.