Debates in media (neophilliacs) Flashcards
What do Curran and Seaton argue about new media?
optimistic about the spread of media
It offers more choice
Opportunity to participate interactively
Improves the democratic process.
Revitalising democracy
Opportunity to acquire the eduction and information required to play an active roll in democratic societies and make politicians accountable to the people.
The internet reports what big media companies do not.
The internet is a public sphere.
Alternative viewpoints unlikely to be found in mainstream media.
Increased consumer choice
Increased convergence and interactivity have improved choice.
There are now hundreds of TV channels to choice from and a wide choice of listening to music.
What do pluralists say about increased consumer choice?
Competition between this diversity of media will improve quality of media output.
Ecommerce revolution
Eretailers like eBay/amazon have had great economic success, undermining high street sellers.
Most companies now have their own websites which leads to more choice, increased competition. Leading to lower prices for a high range of products and services.
Arab spring case study
Tunisia
Humiliated by the police
Set himself on fire and died.
Had lots of media coverage which inspired other countries like Egypt and Lybia.
A series of protests began across the world.
Labours use of media case study
They used Facebook, twitter and online videos.
Compared to conservatives they didn’t attack like conservatives targeted labour.
What does Itzoe say about the internet?
Activists have used the internet to
Monitor illegal or immoral activities of a big business.
Harness mass support for cause like make poverty history.
Coordinate protesters and activists.
What are hacktavists?
Internet activism
Rebellious use of computers and computer network to promote a political agenda or social change.
Related to free speech, human rights, freedom of information.
