PREFINALS - The Information Age Flashcards
• is defined as a “period starting in the last quarter of the 20th century when information became effortlessly accessible through publications and through the management of information by computers and computer network
The Information age
THE INFORMATION AGE
is also called the ____ and the ____ because it was associated with the development of computers.
Digital Age
New Media Age
Why is The information age called the digital age and new media age
because it was associated with the development of computers.
He proposed the Theory of Information Age in 1982.
James R. Messenger
In what year is information was difficult to collect and manage.
1960s - 1970s
In this year real angst set in. which ______called it “__________”
1980s
Richard Wurman
Information Anxiety
In this year Information became the currency in the business world
1990s
What are the 5 causes of information anxiety
1.Information overload: excessive data, news and notifications.
2.Rapid change: Constant technological updates and innovations
3.Complexity: Difficult to understand information and jargons.
4.Uncertainty: Doubts about accuracy, reliability and relevance.
5.Fear of Missing Our (FOMO): Pressure to stay updated and connected
He detailed some facts on the Information Age in his article “Truths of the Information Age”
Robert Harris
refers to the idea that in any environment where information is abundant (such as the internet, media, or even in scientific discourse), pieces of information are in constant competition for attention, credibility, and influence.
INFORMATION MUST COMPETE
reflects a common bias, especially in the modern world, where people often assume that more recent information, technologies, or ideas are more accurate, reliable, or valid simply because they are newer. This bias can be seen in several areas, including science, technology, fashion, and even social norms. It is closely related to what’s called the recency effect or novelty bias, where recent information tends to dominate attention and is often considered more relevant or correct than older data.
NEWER IS EQUATED WITH TRUER
This is the term where recent information tends to dominate attention and is often considered more
relevant or correct than older data
Recency effect or Novelty Bias
refers to the way in which information, arguments, or narratives are presented from a specific perspective or angle. It highlights that any presentation of facts or ideas is shaped by the person or entity presenting them, and this can influence how the audience understands and interprets the information. Recognizing this concept is key to critical thinking because it helps us identify potential biases, assumptions, or omissions in the way information is communicated.
SELECTION OF VIEWPOINT
suggests that the media, in its role as a producer and distributor of content, provides material that aligns with the tastes, values, and interests of the prevailing culture. Media companies-whether they produce news, entertainment, or advertising-operate within the framework of consumer demand. They tailor their content to reflect what people want to see, hear, or read. If a particular culture values celebrity gossip, sports, or crime stories, the media will produce more of those topics because they generate high engagement and revenue. In essence, the media “sells” content that the culture (the audience) is willing to “buy” or consume.
THE MEDIA SELLS WHAT THE CULTURE BUYS
could be interpreted to mean that those who speak up first or establish a narrative early on are more likely to shape how a situation or topic is perceived and remembered. The use of “perm” (short for permanent) suggests that early communication can have a lasting or “permanent” impact on opinions, outcomes, or beliefs.
THE EARLY WORD GETS THE PERM
