Mass Media: Functionalist

Mass Media: Functionalist

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Interactive Video

Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

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The video explores the multifaceted roles of mass media, including its ability to transport us to different places and scenarios, act as an agent of socialization, create collective experiences, enforce social norms, confer status, and promote consumption through advertising. It also discusses the dysfunction of media overload, known as narcotizing dysfunction, which can lead to desensitization and inaction. Despite its potential drawbacks, mass media remains a crucial socializing force.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How can mass media serve as an enforcer of social norms, particularly in genre films?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What role does advertising play in mass media, and how does it influence consumer behavior?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What are the potential negative effects of constant exposure to media messages on a particular topic?

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