We live in the
information age. Advances in technology have changed impacts of mass
communication. The mediums used for mass communication have increased – from
radios to television to print and online media. Online media is gaining
popularity and unlike other methods, it provides a platform to share and
exchange ideas and opinions.
With the advent
of social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter, the speed with which
the news travels has increased dramatically. Everyone online is aware about the
happenings in the world. It provides a platform to share ideas, exchange
thoughts and opinions about various issues. Discussing an issue with various
perspectives can lead to better decisions made for the society.
With great power
comes great responsibility. The power is in the hand of the creator of
information. Some information is blown out of proportion to make sensational
headlines while others are biased and misleading. The power is strong enough to
transform the ideas, beliefs and mindsets of people. This is a threat to
society on the long run.
In conclusion,
mass communication has led to the shifts in the lives of individuals. People
are more aware, but the question is do we really need all that information?
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