Currently, there is a renewed concern regarding the technological advancement that is feared that it may displace much of workforce and consequently create widespread unemployment, human hardship, and social disruption. Some economists have advanced the argument that government must act to avert the loss of jobs that are likely to be replaced by technology. Opposition to technology stems from a lack of understanding of the economic usefulness of technology. The contribution of technology to economic development can only be realized if the new technology is diffused and applied. Diffusion results from the individual’s decisions in exploitation of the new technology. The paper will discuss the impact of new communication technology on unemployment and the increased gender inequality and women portrayal in the media.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Communication Technology and Unemployment
- The Information Age and its Challenges
- Impact of Technology on Employment
- Economic Growth and Unemployment
- Computerization and Job Outcomes
- Increased Gender Inequality in Use of Media
- Media Influence and Gender Bias
- Conflict Theory and Gender Inequality
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to examine the impact of new communication technology on unemployment and the rise of gender inequality in media portrayal. It explores the complex relationship between technological advancements and economic growth, while also analyzing how media representations contribute to societal power dynamics and the marginalization of women.
- The impact of new communication technology on employment and unemployment
- The role of technology in economic development and the challenges of job displacement
- The influence of media on gender inequality and the perpetuation of stereotypes
- The impact of digital technology on labor productivity, flexibility, and adaptability
- The relationship between economic growth and employment dynamics
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introductory chapter sets the stage by highlighting the concerns surrounding technological advancements and their potential for displacing human labor, leading to unemployment and social disruption. It argues that the benefits of technology can only be realized through its diffusion and application, emphasizing the role of individual decisions in shaping the impact of new technologies.
The section on Communication Technology and Unemployment delves into the development of information technology and its creation of a new economy. It explores the theoretical and economic arguments surrounding the impact of information and communication technologies on productivity and employment, while also examining historical trends and the potential for both job creation and displacement.
The chapter on Increased Gender Inequality in Use of Media examines the pervasive influence of media on individual perceptions and the role it plays in perpetuating gender biases. It explores the conflict theory perspective on media ownership and control, highlighting how power dynamics within the industry contribute to the marginalization of women and the reinforcement of stereotypical representations.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on the key topics of communication technology, unemployment, gender inequality, media portrayal, technological determinism, economic growth, information technology, labor markets, and social institutions. It explores the impact of new media technologies on employment dynamics and the role of media in perpetuating gender biases and power imbalances.
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- Caroline Mutuku (Author), 2018, The Impact of new Communication Technology on Unemployment and the increased Gender Inequality, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/430697