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What is the best method to contact Jean Hebert for brief inquiries?
What is the best method to contact Jean Hebert for brief inquiries?
When are the office hours held in person?
When are the office hours held in person?
What is advised against in the digital classroom environment?
What is advised against in the digital classroom environment?
When can one expect a response if they email Jean on Saturday?
When can one expect a response if they email Jean on Saturday?
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What can students lose out on if they arrive late to class?
What can students lose out on if they arrive late to class?
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What should students do prior to class for effective participation?
What should students do prior to class for effective participation?
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What is not tolerated in the classroom based on the etiquette guidelines?
What is not tolerated in the classroom based on the etiquette guidelines?
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What activity is encouraged for building rapport within the class?
What activity is encouraged for building rapport within the class?
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What information should partners share during their introduction?
What information should partners share during their introduction?
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What is the role of the impostors in the ice-breaker activity?
What is the role of the impostors in the ice-breaker activity?
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During the group activity, what is the main objective of the groups?
During the group activity, what is the main objective of the groups?
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What should groups do in part two of the activity after receiving questions from another group?
What should groups do in part two of the activity after receiving questions from another group?
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What kind of video is scheduled for discussion in the course outline?
What kind of video is scheduled for discussion in the course outline?
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What are the two perspectives on media discussed in the course?
What are the two perspectives on media discussed in the course?
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What activity involves students guessing who the impostors are?
What activity involves students guessing who the impostors are?
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What item is placed in the hand of one student during the ice-breaker?
What item is placed in the hand of one student during the ice-breaker?
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What concern does Plato express about written knowledge?
What concern does Plato express about written knowledge?
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What does Adrien Baillet suggest about the overwhelming number of books?
What does Adrien Baillet suggest about the overwhelming number of books?
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How does Kierkegaard view the public's engagement with media?
How does Kierkegaard view the public's engagement with media?
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What potential does the telegraph hold according to the text?
What potential does the telegraph hold according to the text?
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What does Kierkegaard imply about the consequences faced by those who stand out in society?
What does Kierkegaard imply about the consequences faced by those who stand out in society?
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What does Plato indicate about the nature of written responses from speakers?
What does Plato indicate about the nature of written responses from speakers?
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What is a major concern with dystopian thinking about media?
What is a major concern with dystopian thinking about media?
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According to Baillet, what might happen if the overflow of books is not managed?
According to Baillet, what might happen if the overflow of books is not managed?
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How has societal perception of media historically divided?
How has societal perception of media historically divided?
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Which of the following defines utopia?
Which of the following defines utopia?
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What metaphor does Kierkegaard use to describe the relationship between the public and the media?
What metaphor does Kierkegaard use to describe the relationship between the public and the media?
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What is the primary theme of the episode 'Nosedive' from Black Mirror?
What is the primary theme of the episode 'Nosedive' from Black Mirror?
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What does the term 'dystopia' imply about a society?
What does the term 'dystopia' imply about a society?
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Which historical development is aligned with the fears of new media?
Which historical development is aligned with the fears of new media?
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What type of societal response typically accompanies the introduction of new media?
What type of societal response typically accompanies the introduction of new media?
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What philosophical perspective does Socrates express regarding writing?
What philosophical perspective does Socrates express regarding writing?
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What is catfishing in the context of online dating?
What is catfishing in the context of online dating?
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What is described as a 'moral panic'?
What is described as a 'moral panic'?
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Which historical phenomenon illustrates fears around new communication technologies?
Which historical phenomenon illustrates fears around new communication technologies?
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According to the criticisms of popular media, which of the following is NOT a complaint mentioned?
According to the criticisms of popular media, which of the following is NOT a complaint mentioned?
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In the context of moral panics, what has been a common perception towards video games?
In the context of moral panics, what has been a common perception towards video games?
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What does Carr suggest about changes in reading habits due to technology?
What does Carr suggest about changes in reading habits due to technology?
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What primary effect do critics attribute to modern media concerning face-to-face interactions?
What primary effect do critics attribute to modern media concerning face-to-face interactions?
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What does the term 'inauthentic communication' refer to in the context of media criticism?
What does the term 'inauthentic communication' refer to in the context of media criticism?
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What should students focus on during group activities in class?
What should students focus on during group activities in class?
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What is the implication of showing up late to class?
What is the implication of showing up late to class?
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What is the instructor's preferred method for broader discussions about readings or exams?
What is the instructor's preferred method for broader discussions about readings or exams?
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Which actions are considered inappropriate in the digital classroom?
Which actions are considered inappropriate in the digital classroom?
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What is expected from students before class begins?
What is expected from students before class begins?
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What type of environment is promoted in the digital classroom?
What type of environment is promoted in the digital classroom?
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What concern does Plato express regarding speakers and their responses?
What concern does Plato express regarding speakers and their responses?
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According to Adrien Baillet, what is necessary to avoid chaos in literature due to the growing number of books?
According to Adrien Baillet, what is necessary to avoid chaos in literature due to the growing number of books?
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How does Kierkegaard characterize the public in relation to media?
How does Kierkegaard characterize the public in relation to media?
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During the ice-breaker activity, what should participants avoid doing after receiving an item in their hand?
During the ice-breaker activity, what should participants avoid doing after receiving an item in their hand?
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In the activity involving impostors, how should impostors present themselves?
In the activity involving impostors, how should impostors present themselves?
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What role does Kierkegaard attribute to the media in society?
What role does Kierkegaard attribute to the media in society?
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What vision of the telegraph does the content suggest regarding global communication?
What vision of the telegraph does the content suggest regarding global communication?
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What is the main objective of the group activity involving the Course Outline?
What is the main objective of the group activity involving the Course Outline?
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What does Baillet suggest will happen if the overflow of books is not managed properly?
What does Baillet suggest will happen if the overflow of books is not managed properly?
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What is a shared element in both hopeful and critical perspectives of media?
What is a shared element in both hopeful and critical perspectives of media?
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What should the presenter in a small group be responsible for during the course outline activity?
What should the presenter in a small group be responsible for during the course outline activity?
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What type of content is featured in the scheduled video discussion?
What type of content is featured in the scheduled video discussion?
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Which of the following actions is part of the ice-breaker activity before revealing one's partner?
Which of the following actions is part of the ice-breaker activity before revealing one's partner?
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In the ice-breaker activity, what is the significance of closing one’s eyes and opening the left hand?
In the ice-breaker activity, what is the significance of closing one’s eyes and opening the left hand?
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What are the two societal perspectives typically associated with the introduction of new media technologies?
What are the two societal perspectives typically associated with the introduction of new media technologies?
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In the context of media technologies, what does 'utopia' generally refer to?
In the context of media technologies, what does 'utopia' generally refer to?
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How did Socrates describe writing and its effect on communication?
How did Socrates describe writing and its effect on communication?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding discussions about new media technologies?
Which of the following statements is true regarding discussions about new media technologies?
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What does dystopian thinking often overlook when evaluating new media technologies?
What does dystopian thinking often overlook when evaluating new media technologies?
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Which of the following media technologies is commonly associated with dystopian fears?
Which of the following media technologies is commonly associated with dystopian fears?
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Which example is often used to illustrate both utopian and dystopian views of media?
Which example is often used to illustrate both utopian and dystopian views of media?
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What is the primary concern raised by critics of new media technologies?
What is the primary concern raised by critics of new media technologies?
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What social condition does dystopia most closely represent?
What social condition does dystopia most closely represent?
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Which phrase describes the historical trend concerning new media technologies?
Which phrase describes the historical trend concerning new media technologies?
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Study Notes
About Jean Hebert
- Contact Jean Hebert via email at [email protected] for quick questions
- For more in-depth discussions or academic assistance, visit during Office Hours.
- Office Hours:
- Monday/Tuesday (Zoom): 12pm-1pm
- Wednesday/Saturday (in person): 12pm-1pm, Room 530 (main campus)
- Jean checks his emails daily and responds within 24 hours.
- His weekend is on Sunday and Monday.
Classroom Etiquette
- This digital classroom is a respectful and inclusive environment.
- Speak to each other with respect and openness.
- Oppressive language and actions are not welcome.
- Be on time for class and refrain from using other devices unrelated to class activities.
- Take notes using your computer or paper and pencil.
- Participate in group activities and present findings to the class.
- Complete all required readings before class starts.
Icebreaker
- Get paired up with another student for a 10 minute icebreaker.
- Share your name, city/town you grew up in, and one favorite musician, movie, TV show, or video game.
- Take notes about your partner.
- Introduce your partner to the rest of the class.
- Impostors will lie about their name, hometown, and favorite thing.
Activity: Course Outline Questions
- Divide into small groups of 5.
- Appoint a note-taker and a presenter.
- Identify 2-3 high priority questions about the course.
- Pass the list of questions to another group.
- Use the Course Outline to find answers to the questions received from another group.
- Write down the answer and the page number from the Course Outline.
- If the answer is not found, make a note of that.
- Each group's presenter will ask and answer the questions in turn.
Saturday Video & Discussion
- Video: Black Mirror S3 E1 (“Nosedive”)
- Lecture: Utopia/dystopia
Black Mirror Case Study
- Watch Season 3, Episode 1 of “Black Mirror” on Netflix.
- Take notes on the following:
- What forms of media are shown in the episode? Make a list.
- What media technologies shown are 1) socially beneficial or 2) socially destructive?
- Discuss the following in your groups of 5-6:
- Why are we sometimes dystopian about new media?
- Can you think of ways new media technology has improved your life or your community?
Utopia/Dystopia
- Utopia: A place of ideal perfection in laws, government, and social conditions.
- Dystopia: An imagined world or society where people lead wretched, dehumanized, and fearful lives.
- Media technologies are often believed to create these states.
Utopian Visions
- Hoverboards are a notable example of utopian visions.
Dystopian Fears
- Hoverboards can also be viewed as a representation of dystopian fears.
Utopia/Dystopia: Same as it ever was
- Historically, new media always have boosters (utopians) and critics (dystopians).
- Philosophical premises remain the same, although the styles might change.
Utopia and Dystopian thinking: A highlight reel
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Examples of utopian/dystopian discussions throughout history:
- Writing and the alphabet (Greece, 3rd Century BCE)
- Books (beginning in 1450)
- The popular press (~1840s)
- The telegraph (1844)
- Radio (1930s)
- Video games (1980s)
- Google and Social Media (2000s)
Socrates on the alphabet/writing
- Socrates believed that writing was like painting, lacking a way to answer questions.
- He felt written words are easily misinterpreted and lack the ability to defend themselves.
On the overabundance of books
- Adrien Baillet feared that an excessive number of books would lead to a state of barbarism similar to the period after the fall of the Roman Empire.
Kierkegaard on newspapers
- He saw the public as lazy and seeking distraction; newspapers catered to this need.
- The media were a “dog” that the public used for amusement.
The telegraph and utopian visions
- The telegraph was seen as a powerful tool for connecting nations and promoting peace by facilitating communication.
Catfishing
- The fear of fraud in online dating, including "catfishing," has existed since the telegraph era.
- Ella Cheever Thayer's 1879 novel, “Wired Love: A Romance of Dots and Dashes,” demonstrates this fear in the context of the telegraph.
Moral panics and radio/television
- Azriel L.Eisenberg described the anxieties associated with radio in 1936, suggesting it presented an uncomfortable influence on children and their behavior.
Moral panics and video games
- Moral Panic: A sensationalized, false public perception that a phenomenon (often a new media form or genre) is corrupting a group of people (often children).
- Examples include Momo challenge, violent video games, rap music lyrics.
Is Google Making Us Stupid?
- Nicholas Carr argues that Google makes deep reading a struggle.
- We shouldn't dismiss "traditional" literacy as normative and shouldn't determine what ought to be based on what is (naturalistic fallacy).
Popular criticisms of popular media
- Common complaints about media:
- Distraction
- Reduced productivity
- Impact on face-to-face interaction
- Narrowing political perspectives
- "Inauthentic" communication
- Exposure of children to inappropriate material
- Identity fraud.
- These criticisms are not new.
- Familiarize yourself with the Moodle page for next week.
Instructor Information
- Instructor: Dr. Jean Hebert
- Email: [email protected]
- Office Hours:
- Monday/Tuesday (Zoom): 12pm-1pm
- Wednesday/Saturday (in person): 12pm-1pm - Room 530 (main campus)
Classroom Etiquette
- Be respectful of others and their perspectives.
- Oppressive language and actions are not tolerated.
- Disruptive behavior (e.g., lateness, using devices for unrelated things) will not be tolerated.
- Taking notes is expected.
- Complete all required readings before class.
Course Activities
- "Ice-breaker" activities involving introductions and a partner to help you remember each other.
- Group activities to discuss questions about the course and course outline.
- Video and discussion on "Black Mirror" Season 3, Episode 1 ("Nosedive").
- Lecture on Utopia/Dystopia.
Media and Social Change
- Media technologies are often seen as either bringing about utopian ideals or dystopian fears.
- Both hopeful and critical perspectives on media often ignore the full context of technology.
Black Mirror Example
- Use the episode "Nosedive" from Black Mirror to analyze media technologies and their social impacts.
- Discuss the episode's portrayal of media as both beneficial and destructive in shaping social interaction.
Utopia and Dystopia
- Utopia: A place of ideal perfection in laws, government, and social conditions.
- Dystopia: A society where people lead wretched, dehumanized, fearful lives.
Historical Examples
- The alphabet and writing (c. 3rd century BCE): Socrates argued that writing restricts communication and fosters passivity.
- Books (beginning in 1450): Adrien Baillet feared a "barbarian state" due to an overabundance of books.
- The popular press (c. 1840s): Soren Kierkegaard saw the media as a tool to distract and control the public.
- The telegraph (1844): Seen as a utopian tool for global communication and understanding.
- Radio (1930s): Concerns about its disruptive influence on children and family life.
- Video games (1980s): Subject to moral panics, often associated with violence and negative effects on youth.
- Google and Social Media (2000s): Concerns about "Google making us stupid" and its impact on attention span and critical thinking.
Moral Panics
- Moral panic: A sensationalized fear that some phenomenon (often new media) is corrupting a certain group (often children).
- Examples: Momo challenge, violent video games, rap music lyrics.
Catfishing
- Catfishing: Fabricating online identities to deceive people into romantic relationships.
- Existed even in the telegraph era, as evidenced by the novel "Wired Love: A Romance of Dots and Dashes".
Criticisms of Popular Media
- Distraction, decreased productivity, negative impact on face-to-face interaction, narrowing political perspectives, inauthentic communication, exposure of children to inappropriate materials, identity fraud.
Upcoming Week's Assignment
- Get acquainted with the course Moodle page.
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This quiz covers essential guidelines for classroom etiquette and communication with instructor Jean Hebert. It emphasizes respectful interactions, participation in activities, and effective use of office hours. Understand the expectations for a positive learning environment in this digital classroom.
