8-3 Impacts of Media and Technology

What is the "digital divide" as discussed in the context of global media and technology?

• The gap between different generations in using technology

• The gap between those who have access to digital technology and those who do not

• The difference in internet speed between urban and rural areas

• The divide between different social media platforms

How did social media platforms like Twitter and Facebook impact the Arab Spring of 2011?

• They were used to spread misinformation about the protests

• They were instrumental in organizing protests and disseminating information among activists

• They were banned in all countries involved in the Arab Spring

• They were used to promote government propaganda

Explain how e-commerce platforms have revolutionized global trade.

• By reducing the need for physical stores

• By allowing businesses to reach customers worldwide, eliminating geographical barriers

• By increasing the cost of shipping goods internationally

• By making traditional marketing strategies obsolete

What is one potential negative impact of automation and AI on employment?

• Increased job opportunities in traditional sectors

• Job displacement as traditional jobs are replaced by technology

• Higher wages for all workers

• Decreased need for technological skills

Discuss the concept of cultural homogenization in the context of global media.

• The blending of different cultures into a single, unified culture

• The dominance of local cultures over global influences

• The overshadowing of local traditions by dominant cultures, leading to a loss of cultural diversity

• The creation of entirely new cultures through media

What role do streaming services like Netflix and Spotify play in cultural exchange?

• They limit access to international content

• They enable users to access movies, music, and shows from around the world, facilitating cultural exchange

• They promote only Western culture

• They restrict content based on geographical location

How has social media changed political engagement?

• By reducing the number of people who vote

• By enabling citizens to participate more actively in the democratic process

• By making political discussions less accessible

• By eliminating the need for traditional media in politics

Identify a challenge posed by the spread of misinformation on social media.

• It increases trust in democratic institutions

• It manipulates public opinion and creates divisions within society

• It enhances the accuracy of news reporting

• It reduces the need for media literacy

What is an example of how technology has empowered citizens for social change?

• The use of AI in customer service

• The organization of protests during the Arab Spring through social media

• The development of self-checkout kiosks

• The creation of Hollywood films

Analyze the impact of the digital divide on educational opportunities.

• It ensures equal access to education for all

• It creates disparities in educational access between those with and without internet access

• It has no impact on education

• It only affects higher education institutions