Understanding Current TV and User-Generated Content

Understanding Current TV and User-Generated Content

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Arts, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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Current TV distinguishes itself from other networks by embracing Web 2.0 values, offering an interactive dual-screen experience where users can engage in various ways, from creating documentaries to leaving comments. The network prioritizes user-generated content, providing unique perspectives often absent in traditional media. While platforms like YouTube are larger, Current TV focuses on high production value and diverse stories, such as cultural insights from around the world. This approach allows the network to stay connected with young audiences, offering content that reflects their interests and experiences.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What distinguishes Current TV from traditional networks like CNN and MTV?

It focuses solely on entertainment content.

It is based on Web 2.0 principles and offers an interactive experience.

It only broadcasts news content.

It is a radio network.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What kind of experience does Current TV offer compared to traditional networks?

A print media experience.

A radio-only experience.

A dual-screen interactive experience.

A single-screen experience.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can users participate in Current TV's programming?

By creating short documentaries and leaving comments.

By subscribing to a newsletter.

By sending letters to the network.

By attending live studio sessions.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way users can contribute to Current TV's content?

By creating radio podcasts.

By hosting their own TV show.

By submitting short form documentaries.

By writing articles for the website.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the mission of Current TV as inspired by Al Gore?

To become the largest news network.

To democratize the most powerful medium that exists.

To create a new social media platform.

To focus on celebrity news.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Current TV aim to achieve with its innovative approaches?

To limit user interaction.

To become a traditional news outlet.

To focus on entertainment news.

To continuously find new ways to democratize media.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are viewer-created segments important to Current TV?

They are cheaper to produce.

They offer perspectives not seen in traditional media.

They are always focused on local news.

They are created by professional journalists.

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