Media and Cultural Literacy
For each assignment, choose one prompt and answer it in a short essay of 1-2 double-spaced pages. Each essay should fully consider the question(s) and should pull from the course readings, as well as your own experiences and opinions, if applicable. Show me that you’ve really thought about your topic and that you have a full understanding of this issue. Your essay should have both a strong introduction (with a thesis statement that clearly states your argument) and a strong conclusion.
1. A significant recent change in the world of television is time/space shifting. Describe these terms and explain how the television industry has adapted or not adapted. How do you see these technologies effecting the future of television?
2. Benjamin Day’s New York Sun completely changed the world of American newspapers. Discuss his contributions and how the world of American newspapers has evolved. Be sure to use examples. How do we see this history reflected in today’s news?