Digital Media Lit Questions

1.     What are three important distinctions about new media? 


Media today is very different from how it was in the past. Today everyday people can have an impact of media and advertisement. For example, people don’t have to rely on the TV to see how popular an apple product is; they can simply walk outside and see almost everyone walking around with an iPhone and MacBook. New Media today also really involves the consumer. If consumers don’t buy into media then whatever the media is trying to “sell” fails. Lastly new media is relatable. When one sees an advertisement on TV they can actually in vision themselves using the product that’s advertised.

2.     Why are these important today?

It is important that media today is relatable and dependent on the consumer because it’s easier for advertisements to “sell” or be successful. If someone can relate to a commercial or magazine article they’re more likely to be an advocate for the product or advertisement.

3.     What makes new media new? How is it related to networks?

New media is new because it’s full of innovation. Networks can be created through Facebook friends, twitter, and instagram followers. Media can be passed along faster and better these days. It is considered new because its not only passed along through newspaper articles.

4.     
How have these concepts changed the way we learn, communicate and create culture?

These concepts have created a culture that relies on social media and social networking to pass on information.

5. 
Opinion: Do you think Epic 2014 offers a true vision of media in the near future? What is your vision of media in the near future?

Yes. I think media will continue to grow and expand through social networking sites and indivduals.