THE ROLE OF THE MEDIA Flashcards
1
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POINT - TO INFORM US
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Explain - The media keep the public up-to-date on current affairs and breaking news
Example - during COVID-19 the first prime minister gave a daily briefing through BBC
2
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POINT - TO INFLUENCE US
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Explain - this means to make us think in a particular way or to encourage us to vote for a certain party
3
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POINT - TO EDUCATE US
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Explain - this means to help educate the public on party policies, new laws and complex issues of the day
Example - all political parties used Twitter to promote their campaign in the 2021 Scottish election
