Final Part II
1. The first thing I like about my new found media literacy is that I notice the impact that media has. I always knew it influenced people but now I understand the movement it caused. I realized it is more than a source of entertainment, it is used as an outlet, in a positive and negative way. I never realized how many people really use media in a negative way. I understand that people get so wrapped up in the power that it holds that they might go a little crazy. I realized that media is definitely around us all the time no matter what and if used correctly, it can be a very positive outlet.
2. The second thing I like is that I feel I have more knowledge of computers and the Adobe programs. Before this class I never thought I could make a ball move from one end of a page to another. This knowledge will hopefully expand because the job market is always in need of people who are able to work well with computers. Using these programs made this class better than others because we were able to use our creativity more and it was fun!
3. One of the final things I enjoyed about media literacy is that I am not more perceptive to advertising and the messages they are trying to get across. I think my new found ability to spot the transparent messages that Ads are trying to put into our heads will allow me avoid buying into it. So maybe next time I won’t buy something because everyone else has one (Ipod, cell phone, different clothing brands..oops). I’m sure I will still give in a little but I think I’ll always look at ads differently, knowing very well who they are trying to connect with and who will probably buy that product. I think advertising will never fail and it is a cool concept to be able to shape people’s perspectives.
3 years ago • Notes