The Media Ch7 Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
where did previous generations primarily get their news?
A
From sources, such as television, newspapers, and radio
2
Q
Where do most Americans receive their news today?
A
From Internet news, aggregators such as Google news
3
Q
Where do younger Americans most likely go for news?
A
Online
4
Q
What is a benefit of the rise of new social media?
A
Providing greater access to information
5
Q
what are disadvantages of the rise of new social media?
A
It can be more timely, increased attention to rumors, political polarization, and frequent criticism of the mainstream media
6
Q
what is media framing?
A
Framing an issue (how citizens think about an issue) by choosing certain words to refer to it
