Three Things I Learned

1. Social networking of media

     Media is no longer a one way street, but now communication forms for all social classes.  Through internet aspects such as Facebook, blogs, linked in, and second life allows communication between the masses less restricted.  Individuals possess the capability to widely communicate personal thoughts and ideas through modern technology of the internet.  The internet has allowed communication across cultures and the world through the click of a button.  I look forward to seeing where the progress of technology is leading society.  With new technology there are warnings that individuals should be aware of.  Such as now anyone is allowed access to areas of wide spread communication, such as the internet, nothing should be taken at face value.  It is important for the consumer to objectively look at the new information being presented, as not all information is accurate.

2.     Media in now a global interactive source

     It is through the social interaction of media that individuals have the ability to share there thoughts and experiences with the rest of the world.  This year when Egypt was protesting the news sites had a spot on the website where people living in Egypt could tell what was going on first hand.  This is something that I would have never looked at in the past, and though this media literacy course that my eyes have been opened to the progression of global media.  

3.     Deceptive aspects of media

     Media is in the eye of the beholder.  What I have learned is that media issues can be distorted and twisted to benefit the user, which is why readers should be aware of social issues.  When watching documentaries in class, through use of personal sources and modern technology, such as the internet and television, individuals are able to spread their personal view, even if they are inaccurate.