This article highlights how different it is for the youth of today to learn and expand their communication horizon through the technological advances of modern day. In our current global society, media plays a vital role. We find ourselves in a world and culture where we communicated and gain information via computers, phones, websites, and television. Technological advances allow many of today's youth to be influenced by a variety of newer media, particularly media communicated via the computer such as websites and blogs. These advances can provide opportunities for educational programs involving and encouraging youth to become creators of their own media projects. It also provides a resource for disadvantage young people to have access to this type of media through non-profit educational programs. By allowing our youth to improve their knowledge and skill set in this new arena, we are utilizing these resources to develop them into influential members of society.
We are also providing them with a voice to express their thoughts and ideas. Creativity and communication can be an important factor of how our children continue to learn and expand their world. However, it is important to keep in mind social, cultural and traditional experiences. Every individual has their own life experiences based on the environment and culture they grew up in. Recognizing and being sensitive to these factors will keep youth media programs available worldwide.
Reference:
Fisherkeller, JoEllen,"Youth Media Around the World: Implications for Communication and Media Studies"; 2009, Vol. 28 Issue 3, p21-25, 5p. (Retrieved from ESBCO Regis University, November 17, 2009).
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Balance between digitized media and traditional forms of communication can and must be achieved. I believe the proper blend will result in a more well-rounded individual.
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