Types and Functions of Media

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Which type of media is characterized by using airwaves for transmission?

  • Broadcast Media (correct)
  • New Media
  • Print Media
  • Digital Games

What is the main characteristic of print media?

  • Delivered through online streaming
  • Consists of digital formats
  • Utilizes video and audio
  • Reproduced in a printing process (correct)

Which item would best be classified as new media?

  • Classic novel
  • Printed newspaper
  • Television program
  • YouTube news program (correct)

Which of the following items is a film?

<p>Jason Bourne movie (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes broadcast media from print media?

<p>It reaches audiences via airwaves (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which function of media is primarily focused on informing citizens about current events?

<p>Inform citizens of what is happening (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a defining characteristic of new media?

<p>It incorporates two-way communication and interaction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of media is NOT included in the list provided?

<p>Social Media (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does media play in advocating for political viewpoints?

<p>Channel for advocacy and political viewpoints (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following functions can be categorized as providing a platform for public discourse?

<p>Provide a platform for public discourse (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does journalism serve as a 'watchdog'?

<p>Monitoring government actions and holding them accountable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes multimedia?

<p>Integration of multiple media types using computers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important function of media related to educating the audience?

<p>Teaching the meaning and significance of facts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Key Types of Media

  • Media classified as Print (P), Broadcast (B), Film (F), or New Media (N).
  • Examples of identification:
    • ABS-CBN TV Patrol: Broadcast Media (B)
    • Harry Potter Complete Series: Print Media (P)
    • Facebook promotional poster: New Media (N)
    • Media and Information Literacy textbook: Print Media (P)
    • The Chainsmokers on Spotify: New Media (N)

Types of Broadcast Media

  • Broadcast Media utilizes airwaves for transmission via radio and television.
  • Subcategories include:
    • Audio Media: Uses audio/voice for information delivery.
    • Multimedia: Integrates various media types through computer control.

Film/Cinema

  • Encompasses films and movies shown in theaters.

New Media

  • Characterized by interactivity and two-way communication.
  • Involves computing elements and digital platforms.

Functions of Media

  • Inform citizens about current events (Monitoring Function).
  • Educate audiences on significance and meaning of facts.
  • Provide platforms for public discourse and the expression of dissent.
  • Serve as a "watchdog" for journalism, holding powers accountable.
  • Act as a channel for advocacy and convey political viewpoints.

Types of Media Summary

  • Print Media
  • Broadcast Media
  • Film/Cinema
  • Video Games (Digital Games)
  • New Media

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