Thursday, 19 September 2013

the impact of media on ourselves and others

Mass media is the means of communicating a large amount of information to a large audience; quickly, easily and across a large area. Mass media can come in many forms, many of which we see every day, even though we pay little attention to much of it. Film, TV, social networking and newspapers are but some of the tools that are used to control the flow of information reaching us.
Media impacts us all whether it is wanted or not; whether it’s for good or bad. There are many positives and negative factors that mass media causes. Many positive points like helping us to keep In touch with what is happening not only in our small communities but around the world. The media in our small communities has always helped us become sympathetic to the plights of others. With the introduction of mass media we are capable of sympathising and offering aid to many of those around the globe that are less fortunate than ourselves. We are capable of talking about these issues in a safe and controlled environment, but through the media we can feel more connected to the rest of the world.
Approximately four years ago I emigrated from England and through the use of mass media I was able to keep in touch with what is happening back there. I could communicate with my family more easily and effectively, which has made the transition manageable.
I believe that the media has played a large role in my life and that I will continue to play a role.  To the best of my knowledge, mass media plays a large role in everyone’s life at the moment. It only comes into play when we decide as human beings to take stock in what is being said or not. We all make the conscious decision to believe in what we see in the media or not.

Media is a constant in the 21st century.  A way in which we are capable of collecting and sharing information all of mine, and most likely many of you who read have collected some kind of information from mass media during your lives. Even now the effect of mass media is influencing you as you read this blog.