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This subject had quite of an impact on my life. Since we live on the age of technology, distinguishing a trusted and valid article surrounded by a sea of click-baits and misleading news is paramount. Not only does it sharpen our abilities to engage media, it also improves our judgement and critical thinking. Thus, making us well-developed and responsible citizens of the 21st century. I have also realized that media is not just a straight line, it is dynamic with varying forms and background that has impacted the past, present, and the future of the world. All in all, this Media and Information Literacy has become more than a skill, it is now a lifestyle. (charot)

MEDIA AND INFORMATION SOURCES, MEDIA AND INFORMATION LANGUAGES

INFORMATION LITERACY AND TYPES OF MEDIA

“When action grows unprofitable, gather information; when information grows unprofitable, sleep.”  -  Ursula K. LeGuin, The Left Hand of Darkness

What is Cultural Appropriation?

It is the adoption of an element or elements of one culture or identity by members of another culture or identity.

Why does it matter?

Appropriating one’s culture, especially historically oppressed groups, for aesthetic purposes is disrespectful and controversial. Not only are you reducing a culture to aesthetics, harmful stereotypes are also spread. Additionally, there are certain cultural symbols considered to be sacred and holy, like the bindi and mudra of Hinduism.

How do I avoid appropriation?

Sensitivity to one’s culture could be attained through awareness. Educate yourself and learn that certain minorities don’t like their culture and traditions to be disrespected and reduced to just aesthetics. Also, never invalidate one’s sentiments on having their culture “borrowed” or “misrepresented”, especially if they come from a oppressed minority. 

Can I use a culture for inspiration on something?

It depends on your intentions. Are you using it without proper consent from those who have adopted the culture? Then don’t do it. Do you want other people to recognize the hardships and difficulties of those under a specific culture? Sure, but remember to do extensive research and give credit to the people under that culture.

THE EVOLUTION OF TRADITIONAL MEDIA TO MODERN MEDIA

My own blood, sweat and tears. My cringeworthy attempt on graphic design. My understandings during the 3rd week of my MIL class. Enjoy the infographic I did on the evolution of media!

Let’s define...

MASS MEDIA

is a media outlet used to disseminate a piece of information to a large audience (examples: Spreading the print media to many readers, and broadcasting a radio or television show to many listeners or viewers).

MASS COMMUNICATION

is the process of spreading information in a wide manner or spreading one-way type of information toward a huge audience.

Common types:

Television - a system the uses video formats to broadcast informational, entertaining, educational, or commercial shows

Radio - a system the uses sound formats to broadcast informational, entertaining, educational, or commercial audio texts

Welcome to purgatory!

The OG struggler, that one mathematic and sciencey dude, and apparently a messiah to (Lexith and Ron) some. It’s none other than Roger James B. Bilolo!

Ya’ boy was born on the 29th day of the 10th month during the 2nd year after the start the of the 2nd millennia, in short: October 29, 2002. Currently a 17 year-old grade 12 student enrolled under UPHSD Molino, he is determined to become a renowned physician in the medicinal field, facing each struggle with a smile that rivals the sun (sike! your boy is as grumpy as a middle-aged grandma who just went through menopause). 

“From now on I'm the beginning, it's okay to look forward to more.” - FIESTA by IZ*ONE (2020)

favoritism

Artists - IZ*ONE, Red Velvet, CRAVITY, Day6, SUNMI, Eric Nam, Panic! At The Disco, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Ben&Ben, December Avenue

Books - PJO, Harry Potter, The Hunger Games