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What role does media play as a watchdog in democratic society?
What role does media play as a watchdog in democratic society?
- It creates entertainment content for mass consumption.
- It promotes local businesses and entrepreneurship.
- It analyzes social media trends for public opinion.
- It exposes corrupt practices of the government and private sector. (correct)
In what way does media act as a resource center in society?
In what way does media act as a resource center in society?
- By conducting political surveys and polls.
- By serving as a gateway for information and preserving community heritage. (correct)
- By ensuring every individual has access to the internet.
- By offering platforms for influencers to engage viewers.
How does media function as an advocate in a democratic society?
How does media function as an advocate in a democratic society?
- By ensuring all businesses meet regulatory standards.
- By promoting technology innovation in education.
- By encouraging public debates on legislative matters.
- By bridging the gap of the digital divide through diverse formats. (correct)
Which of the following best describes the communicative role of media?
Which of the following best describes the communicative role of media?
What essential function of media ensures free and fair elections?
What essential function of media ensures free and fair elections?
What is one positive effect of media?
What is one positive effect of media?
Which of the following describes a negative effect of media?
Which of the following describes a negative effect of media?
Which of the following statements about information literacy is true?
Which of the following statements about information literacy is true?
How does media contribute to aggression in children?
How does media contribute to aggression in children?
Which of the following best describes the term 'information'?
Which of the following best describes the term 'information'?
What is one of the competencies associated with information literacy?
What is one of the competencies associated with information literacy?
What role do advertisements play in media?
What role do advertisements play in media?
Which aspect reflects a negative influence of media on society?
Which aspect reflects a negative influence of media on society?
What term describes using someone’s words directly?
What term describes using someone’s words directly?
Which of the following is considered common knowledge?
Which of the following is considered common knowledge?
What is required when interpreting non-generally known facts?
What is required when interpreting non-generally known facts?
What does plagiarism involve?
What does plagiarism involve?
What should be done when paraphrasing someone’s ideas?
What should be done when paraphrasing someone’s ideas?
Why is ethical use of information important?
Why is ethical use of information important?
When must a source be cited for an interpretation?
When must a source be cited for an interpretation?
What is the legal consequence of plagiarism?
What is the legal consequence of plagiarism?
What is a requirement when using small parts of copyrighted material under fair use?
What is a requirement when using small parts of copyrighted material under fair use?
Which of the following best describes the nature of fair use?
Which of the following best describes the nature of fair use?
What is a recommended strategy to avoid plagiarism?
What is a recommended strategy to avoid plagiarism?
In a group tasked with planning an academic trip, which of the following is essential to discuss?
In a group tasked with planning an academic trip, which of the following is essential to discuss?
What is an important aspect of proper citation in academic work?
What is an important aspect of proper citation in academic work?
Which of the following resources is NOT suggested for obtaining valid information for trip planning?
Which of the following resources is NOT suggested for obtaining valid information for trip planning?
When paraphrasing, what mistake should be avoided to ensure proper citation?
When paraphrasing, what mistake should be avoided to ensure proper citation?
What is the primary purpose of attributing sources in academic work?
What is the primary purpose of attributing sources in academic work?
What is the primary purpose of identifying information needs?
What is the primary purpose of identifying information needs?
Which of the following is NOT a stage in acquiring and using information?
Which of the following is NOT a stage in acquiring and using information?
What method is recommended for ensuring the quality of the information collected?
What method is recommended for ensuring the quality of the information collected?
How can you ethically communicate information?
How can you ethically communicate information?
Which of the following actions is part of using information effectively?
Which of the following actions is part of using information effectively?
Which method is NOT commonly used to acquire and store information?
Which method is NOT commonly used to acquire and store information?
What should you do with the information you have to clarify confusion?
What should you do with the information you have to clarify confusion?
Which of the following is a significant step in creating and communicating new knowledge?
Which of the following is a significant step in creating and communicating new knowledge?
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Study Notes
Roles and Functions of Media in Democratic Society
- Channel: Facilitates communication, allowing individuals to share ideas and information.
- Watchdog: Monitors government and private sector actions, exposing corruption and ensuring accountability.
- Resource Center: Serves as a source of information, preserving community history and academic knowledge.
- Advocate: Bridges the digital divide by providing access to varied sources of information.
Positive Effects of Media
- Transforms the world into a "global village" by enhancing connectivity.
- Educates citizens on their rights and how to exercise them.
- Advertisements increase awareness of product options, aiding consumer choice.
- Weather forecasts enable preparation for environmental conditions.
Negative Effects of Media
- Exposure to violent media can cultivate aggression, fear, and distrust in children.
- Sensationalized news can distort the public perception of events.
- Graphic content can contribute to societal issues, including increased rates of sex crime.
- Advertisements may manipulate consumer behavior towards brand preference.
Information and Information Literacy
- Information: Processed data presented in a usable format, which may come from various sources such as news reports or intelligence.
- Information Literacy: The ability to recognize information needs and effectively access, evaluate, and communicate information.
Stages of Information Literacy
- Identifying Information Needs: Understanding what information is necessary for various purposes.
- Determining Sources: Identifying where to find reliable information (internet, libraries, etc.).
- Citing Information: Recording and storing acquired information through various methods (writing, downloading, etc.).
- Evaluating Quality: Assessing the reliability of information sources.
- Organizing Information: Systematically storing and archiving data for future use.
- Using Information Ethically: Communicating and sharing information in a responsible manner.
- Creating New Knowledge: Integrating and applying acquired information to generate new insights.
Ethical Use of Information
- Plagiarism: Using others' ideas without proper attribution, which has legal implications.
- Common Knowledge: Well-known facts that do not require citation.
- Interpretation/Citation: Documenting unique ideas or interpretations derived from information, which necessitate source citation.
- Quotation and Paraphrase: Using direct quotes or rephrased ideas while acknowledging the original source to prevent plagiarism.
Importance of Crediting Sources
- Fosters academic integrity and respect for original authors' contributions.
- Enables validation of information and promotes trust in academic and professional work.
Academic Field Trip Exercise
- Group assignment to research potential trip destinations, emphasizing the need to:
- Identify necessary information (what, who, where, when, why, how).
- Select reliable sources (travel guides, testimonials).
- Gather and evaluate information, documenting sources correctly.
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