Information Sources

Question 1

Causes of Media Convergence

Answer 1

a. Age of information has posed threats to the traditional media platforms.
b. Internet has become the media platform choice for many.
c. Traditional media have expanded to keep up with the times.

Question 2

Characteristics of Indigenous Media

Answer 2

a. Oral tradition of communication
b. Store information in memories
c. Information exchange is face-to-face
d. Information are contained within the border of the community

Question 3

Importance of Indigenous Media

Answer 3

From a cultural policy perspective, indigenous media records and preserves traditions, enhances and facilitates cultural forms such as music and crafts, and can also build connections to the wider world. Quality media productions can positively represent indigenous people and raise cultural visibility.

Question 4

Library

Answer 4

Libraries came into existence because of the invention of the printing press.

Question 5

Three Types of Information Sources

Answer 5

a. Indigenous Media
b. Library
c. Internet