Discussion 1Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:Is print media (content physically printed on something) still useful? Why or why not? Provide an example to support your position.What are 2 current trends in print media?What are 2 ways print media can benefit from different technologies? For example, how could they leverage mobile technology or social media platforms?Discussion 2Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:What is the function of public radio and TV in a democratic society? How does your local public radio or TV station fulfill this purpose? Is there a role for public radio / TV in the future of media?Since their inception, the music and movie industries have tried to balance artistic expression and commercial success. Do you think this balance has shifted during your lifetime, and if so in what way? Provide an example.Discussion 3Imagine this scenario: You are left for one year on a deserted island with food, water, shelter and Wi-Fi. You can access 1 form of contemporary media on the island. Your options could include:Social media network and sharing platform (e.g., Facebook®, Twitter®, Instagram®, Snapchat®, YouTube™, etc.)Video game console (e.g., Xbox®, Nintendo®, etc.)Video streaming service (e.g. Hulu, Netflix, etc)Discussion forum (e.g., Reddit®, Quora®, etc.)Blogs and business networking (e.g., professional associations, LinkedIn®, etc.)Online shopping (e.g., Amazon®, Etsy®, etc.)Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:Share which form of contemporary media you selected and explain why.Based on your choice, reflect on what impact that specific form of media has had on your life and provide an example of that impact.Based on your choice, reflect on what impact that specific form of media has had on American culture.Discussion 4Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:When you encounter information through a mass media venue, what is your process for evaluating if the information presented is reliable, valid, and factual?Identify one example of information you received through a mass media venue that you did not believe was reliable, valid, and factual. What led you to believe that?
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