Lesson 6: Media and Democracy PDF

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https://youtu.be/gPmuAPWl9ew?si=dgzgjoTNJSpSIz RR https://youtu.be/JHh_NqEpRn4?si=HdhmmCO4m1V 9oeh8 LESSON-6 THE ROLE OF MEDIA IN DEMOCRACY CIVICS Public opinion plays a very significant role in _____________ Monarchy Democracy The media plays a very important role in providing _________ Events About the country News About the world The _______________ or Audio-Vison Media comprises Radio, Television, Internet and Cinema Print Media Electronic Media  STARTER A’S: What is Democracy? B’S: Name some of the means of communication with the masses. Give some examples of print and audio-visual media.  TOPIC MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY PRINT MEDIA AND AUDIO-VISUAL MEDIA  "Fact or Fiction" statements 1 The media is responsible for informing the public about government decisions and policies." 2. In a democracy, the government can control what the media reports. 3. Media should represent only the views of the government in power. 4. People rely on the media to report news accurately and without bias. 5. Social media is a part of the media landscape and plays a role in modern democracies.“ 6. Media helps hold those in power accountable by reporting on their actions. 7.The media should only focus on positive news to keep citizens happy. 8. Journalists in a democratic media should question and critique policies or leaders when necessary.“ 9. All news sources are equally reliable and should be trusted without question. LEARNING OBJECTIVES  Identify ways in which media informs, educates, and influences public opinion.  Differentiatebetween print media and electronic (audio-visual) media. https://youtu.be/gPmuAPWl9ew https://youtu.be/JHh_NqEpRn4  Define media….. a plural form of the word medium which means through which we communicate with others in the society. https://www.slideshare.net/SMahrooshMazhar/medi a-and-democracy-115185456  FORMS OF COMMUNICATION Print Media – Broadcast Media – Newspapers, Television and radio, magazines, and broadcast to the public. journals. Digital Media – Online Social Media – platforms like news Facebook, Twitter, websites, social media, Instagram, and and blogs. YouTube where people Outdoor Media – Billboards, posters, and public displays.  What is Public opinion? Where did people play a crucial role? What is the main characteristic of a democratic system? CURIOSITY QUESTION:  Do you think media plays a vital role in shaping people’s life? INTRODUCTION  A democratic system relies on the active participation of the people.. The citizens of a country have every right to know about the policies and plans of their government and express their opinion on such policies. Public opinion is the views of the people on issues of public interest. It plays a vital role in the effective operation of the democratic system, influencing government formation and collapse, and affecting international relations. Media play an important role in forming and expressing public opinion. What is Mass Media? Examples of Mass Media.  Radio, television, newspapers, the phone, and the internet are all considered forms of media, Since they aim to connect with a huge number of people, they are also referred to as mass media. means of communication have a strong hold over the minds of the people so they should be free to express their views or else they will give an unclear image of real events Thus, the media provide a forum where ideas and opinions are expressed on various issues  DIFFERENTIATED ACTIVITIES (RALLY COACH) ACTIVITY 1- FLOW CHART TOPIC: role of technology in media.. Social Media Campaign: design a social ACTIVITY 2- media campaign (on paper or digitally) for environmental awareness. ACTIVITY 3- Exploring Mass Media – An Interview Activity" ACTIVITY 4- Comparing chart: positive and MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY The technology involved in media changes rapidly which has many benefits. There are diverse kinds of media based on the type of technology used by each of them. reach to a larger number of people better sound quality changes how we picture ourselves get instant updates on news and events around the world. Learning menu  Level 1  Name the two types of media  Level 2  List out the examples of types of media  Level 3  Howis media changing with technical advancements?  ASSIGNMENT How has technology changed the way you communicate with others? RESEARCH WORK What is the role of the press(print media) in the freedom struggle? During the freedom struggle, it helped in spreading patriotic feelings to all to nooks and corners of the country. promoting the idea of freedom. Most of the eminent nationalist leaders either started their newspapers and publications or wrote in popular dailies about the injustice done by the British administration. https://youtu.be/qNuLROks5MY?si=KEiwQJyUqC4xFJ Vm PRINT MEDIA Newspaper, journals, tabloids and books are examples of print media. They have played an important role in shaping public opinion for a long time. In a democracy, it provides information on incidents happening around the world on socio-economic, political and cultural issues that affect the life of the common people. The government too can sense the pulse of the public and accordingly make important decisions. For example, recently when the government raised the price of petrol, there was a huge furor.(outbreak of public anger) Various articles in print media raised the issue of how it would affect the daily lives of people. People too expressed their discontent through the media. As a result, the government was compelled to roll back the prices. AUDIO-VISUAL MEDIA Television, radio, internet and cinema are examples of electronic or audio-visual media. They are much more powerful means of creating and expressing views as it reaches a much larger audience, even the illiterate sections of the society. There have been many incidents when news channels have brought to light the corrupt practices of the rich and famous or got justice for ordinary citizens who are victims of injustice done by influential people. Sometimes, due to extensive media coverage of issues, the government is compelled to revoke(taking back) an order or order fresh probe. At times, even verdicts(conclusion) are passed in favour of the aggrieved(unfair treatment)party. The electronic media also helps in generating public awareness on issues such as casteism, poverty, dowry and foeticide,(abortion) through movies. PRINT MEDIA Electronic media earliest forms of mass media. the more advanced form of mass media Slower than electronic media as it It is much faster than print media takes time to print books, magazines as writing & and uploading a story ect. may take only a few minutes. It is not available 24X7 e.g. daily It is available 24X7, e.g. news newspaper, weekly or monthly channels broadcasting news 24X7. editions of magazines, booklets, etc. Example-newspaper, magazines, Example-radio, television, books, journals, tabloids. internet etc. Its reach is limited, eg. it covers a The reach of electronic media is particular region, city or state, etc. worldwide.  What are the main types of media? How does print media differ from broadcast media?  What is digital media?  Can you name some examples? How has social media changed the way we get information?  Application Questions  Imagine you are a reporter for a local newspaper. What kind of story would you cover, and how would you present it to the public?  How would you choose which media to use for learning about current events? Why?  Critical Thinking Questions Why do you think different types of media (print, broadcast, digital) are important in a democracy? Why is it important for media to be accurate and fair when reporting news? What might happen if we only used one type of media for information? LET’S RECAP  A democratic set-up is based on active involvement of the people.  Public opinion plays a crucial role in the formulation and the execution of various programmes , formation and collapse of governments and even influences international relations.  Newspaper, journals, tabloids and books are examples of print media.  During the freedom struggle, the print media helped in spreading patriotic feelings to all to nooks and corners of the country.  Television, radio, internet and cinema are examples of electronic or audio-visual media.  They are much more powerful means of creating and expressing views as it reaches a much larger audience, even the illiterate sections of the society.  https://www.liveworksheets.com/jc2446968xb  https://youtu.be/6wWqfoj1GL4 https://youtu.be/rqeWsmHiqCc?si=W4sKCfaD9R2-3 _aw TOPIC- MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY 1.Compare the role of media during the freedom struggle with today. 2.How do media play an important role in forming and Expressing public opinion?  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnCEAKFniW-6WdCxjjUGke uJGIvpdTKA5nyYPaJEGSF1cm5g/viewform?authuser=1 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8rY8IGlzTXvNgD6JBa5vv3j68yrLa kEzxkr3Vg1JJduE3SQ/viewform?authuser=1 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IEe8rfL-wJfiYKALQ7 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ddbs-vcH_BPr 7348jzmG7skX0N/view?usp=drive_web&authuser= qXWGa0VOfBwJW72I55L-/view?usp=drive_we 1 b&authuser=1 assesment notes https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e6fj6oMK67Z0XgkT vw2g1dP0CztA4zY_/view?usp=drive_web&authuse r=1 worksheet https://quizlet.com/881447441/media-flash-cards/?i=2zyv8p&x=1j qt  https://www.mapchart.net/india.html  What is the primary role of media in a democratic society? How does media influence public opinion and decision-making in a democracy? How does the media ensure transparency in government actions and policies? Why is freedom of the press important for a healthy democracy?  T-chart print media/electronic media  Digital collage print and electronic media  Analyze the influence of print and electronic media on public opinion.  Advertisement Creation (Creative Activity) Objective: Explore how advertisements differ in print and electronic media.  Pros and Cons Debate (Higher Level) debate the advantages and disadvantages of print vs. electronic media. Key terms  Mass media  public awareness  active involvement of the people  creating and expressing views  illiterate sections of the society.  larger audience  discontent through the media  public opinion  technology involved in media changes rapidly  free to express their views  media provides a forum  vital role in the effective operation of the democratic system