Influence of the Media

Forms of New Media I use Daily

I love new media technology. I always have my smartphone or tablet nearby. I’ve grown to rely on my devices no only to stay connected with family and friends, but also to stay on top of local, national and world news. I also use my smartphone when I’m out and about to Google information I may need at that moment. Not to mention, I use my smartphone when I’m bored to visit my favorite celebrity gossip sites. It’s become a device of convenience.

How Has Social Media Influenced My Perspective of Events

Social media gives us a unique view on the world and its events. With a click of a button we’re able to find out what’s going on in our city, state, country and or world.  It allows us to form an immediate opinion on current events.  Depending on which social media site I visit, I can admit my perspective can be influence. This is why it’s so important for news media outlets to follow strict ethical guidelines when it comes to posting and updating stories online.

When it comes to my social interaction with my friends and family, I have found that I am quicker to form an opinion.  For example, Facebook is an outlet for sharing events from our personal lives, but I often question those who share too much information. I find myself questioning the motive about sharing extremely personal details of their lives. Without social media, I probably would not have formed these opinions.  So my point of saying this is; social media is an awesome tool, but be very careful of what you post online.