Revised Media Chart

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Rachael

Here is my revised media chart. You can view the previous version of my chart here.

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Week 8 Reflection

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Rachael

This week’s reflection prompt has two parts: 1. How has your understanding of “media culture” changed from the beginning of class to now? What overarching theories or approaches to media do you see coming out of the readings we have … Continue reading →

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Week 7 Reflection

Posted on March 13, 2011 by Rachael

Thanks to the readings and the introductions to the reading that you (Anne) wrote, I feel like I have a much better grip on Marxism and how this thought structure developed historically and continues to manifest itself in media theories. … Continue reading →

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Two Ideas for a Final Paper

Posted on March 13, 2011 by Rachael

I have approached this proposal assignment mindful of my intent to begin writing towards my dissertation. However, this has put a lot of pressure on me and I am not sure my plan will work. With this said, my two … Continue reading →

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McLuhan on Choice and Media Hybrids

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Rachael

According to Marshall McLuhan, the media that we use—“extensions” of ourselves—are powerful influences. The contemporary trend is to see these prostheses as mere tools. As a consequence, we live in a state of “inattention and unawareness of the situation” (92). … Continue reading →

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Week 6 Reflection

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Rachael

This week’s reflection prompt has two parts: FIRST, please write about how (any of) the three readings for the week added new ideas to or challenged your developing sense of “media culture.” I was amazed and startled by the the … Continue reading →

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