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Category Archives: Education
U.S. Citizens Need to Take Over The Role as Watchdog
American citizens have long distrusted the federal government, and I believe the internet has made it even easier to be skeptical. Because the internet makes it possible for any person to post any thing at any time, it’s easy to … Continue reading
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The Television is a Proponent For Good
Many people believe that the television is bad, that is it dilutes peoples minds and hurts our progress. I on the other hand believe it is a great invention that should only be improved upon. The television allows for so … Continue reading
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Is Television Still a “Vast Wasteland”?
A “vast wasteland” was the description Newton Minow used for television programs in one of his landmark speeches. As President Kennedy’s chairman for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Minow used this metaphor to “tell broadcasters that the FCC would enforce … Continue reading
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The Myth of Multitasking
People like to multitask; Students especially. Even in a classroom, students listen to the professor lecture, talk to a friend next to them, instant message, and type notes. I just watch them multitask, and I’m distracted. The current generation of … Continue reading
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New Media: Destruction of civilize Society!
The internet provides everyone to have any type of information in their fingertips, literally. This mass of information has created a new form of media that author; James Fallows title as, “Shallow, divisive, Unreliable”. This article has made me realize … Continue reading
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Where have the watchdogs gone?
In todays media it is no longer about bringing the truth to light. Everything seems to be about making yourself look better instead of uncovering the truth even if it is shameful. Journalists are all about reporting the “sexy” story … Continue reading
Condensed Online Coursework: A Necessary Route to Graduation or Educational Evil?
So for the first part of this course, I’ve had to get used to the crammed and fast-paced nature that goes along with a summer course. Being that it is my first time participating in said estival coursework, I feel … Continue reading
Are journalists fullfilling their role as watchdogs?
It’s no secret that the press and journalists have been considered the watchdogs of our federal government. They are supposed to act as the bridge between our elected officials and the people, connecting us and informing the masses of the … Continue reading
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Standardized Tests: Bad for Students and Teachers
As a student that had to take standardized tests all throughout my schooling until high school I can tell you it’s a complete hassle. I’m sure plenty of my classmates can attest to standardized tests, like the FCAT, being a … Continue reading
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A Trend That Will Never Disappear: Journalism
Millions of blogs, podcast, and articles are visible to anyone with a computer today. With the single click of a mouse or smart phone, a user can access publications the minute they are released. As convenient as the rapidness of … Continue reading
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Tagged digital media, Journalism
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