The relation between media and society is very interesting and complex in its nature. As society is dynamic and heterogeneous, and as well media technology is non sleeping and pluralistic, it needs always research to understand the relationship between the two. Thus, no theory solely can describe the relation between media and society. The available evidences shows the connection between media and society are contextual across time and place and heterogeneous across societies and media type.
The following six perspectives summarizes the nexus between media and society. Firstly, Media created the notion of mass society; secondly, as critical school thought based on Marxist view media are capitalist controlled for suppressing the poor. Thirdly , media are functioning or dysfunction institution of society. Fourthly, media is a social conscience which constructs reality. Fifthly, media technology effects change in society. Lastly, media transformed the human history to the new stage called Information society. In a true pluralist environment media has power to serve as a public sphere to control powerful groups, the problem is media could be dominated by other powerful groups and may serve as suppression tool. Media fail to represent all cultures, cultural groups and individuals from the processes and the contents of media production, if it is dominated by the oppressors. This marginalization is continuing in the new media (virtual world) too. Thus, the media and society relations always needs research and critical understanding as their power functions and dysfunctions societies across time and geography, as a societal phenomenon are very dynamic.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Discussion
- Media and Society
- The Mass Society
- Marxism and Political Economy of Media
- Functionalism and Dysfunctions
- Social Constructionism
- Communication Technology Determinism
- The Information Society
- Media and Power
- Media and Politics of Representation
- Media and Society
- Conclusion
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This work aims to explore the complex and dynamic relationship between media, society, power, and the politics of representation. It examines various theoretical perspectives on how media influences and is influenced by society, considering the role of power dynamics and the representation of diverse groups within media content.
- The multifaceted relationship between media and society.
- The influence of power structures on media ownership and content.
- The role of media in shaping social perceptions and realities.
- The representation (or misrepresentation) of various social groups in media.
- The impact of communication technologies on societal development.
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Introduction: This introductory chapter establishes the critical importance of communication and media in societal survival, citing John Dewey's emphasis on communication as fundamental to society's existence. It highlights the dual nature of communication systems as tools for both good and evil, urging a careful examination of their role in a world characterized by both cooperation and conflict between societies. The chapter sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the complex interplay between media, society, power, and representation, previewing the core themes of power dynamics and the politics of representation within the media landscape.
Media and Society: This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between media and society, acknowledging the inherent complexities arising from the dynamic nature of both media technologies and societal structures. It explores various theoretical perspectives, including the concept of mass society, Marxist critiques of media's role in capitalist structures, functionalist and dysfunctional analyses of media institutions, social constructionism, technological determinism, and the transformative impact of media on the information society. The chapter emphasizes the contextual and heterogeneous nature of the media-society relationship, highlighting the need for nuanced understandings across time, place, and media types.
Media and Power: [Note: Since the provided text lacks substantial content for this chapter, a detailed summary cannot be provided. The preview would need more information on this chapter’s content.]
Media and Politics of Representation: [Note: Since the provided text lacks substantial content for this chapter, a detailed summary cannot be provided. The preview would need more information on this chapter’s content.]
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Media, society, power, representation, mass communication, Marxism, functionalism, social constructionism, technology determinism, information society, power dynamics, cultural representation, social change.
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- Mr. Abayneh Tilahun (Author), 2021, Media, Society, Power and Politics of Representation, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1157950
