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.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Communication Technology and Unemployment
3. Increased Gender Inequality in Use of Media
4. Conclusion
Objectives and Research Themes
The paper examines the socio-economic impacts of technological advancement, specifically focusing on its dual role in labor market transformations and the perpetuation of gender inequality within modern media landscapes.
- Economic implications of information technology and unemployment rates.
- Technological displacement versus job creation dynamics.
- The influence of media ownership on gender stereotyping and societal norms.
- Intersectionality and the marginalization of women in digital media environments.
- Policy challenges in regulating the modern media industry.
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Increased Gender Inequality in Use of Media
In the age of technology, many people come in contact with media on a daily basis. People are regularly bombarded with information; hence, the media acquire powerful influences on the individual thoughts. The messages and information sent out through the media are in the interests of those who control the messages. Thus, in regard to the gender inequality in the use of media, the messages are based on the superiority of the male gender that control and dominate the industry. Women are oppressed through marginalization and objectification so that men can retain the privilege, social power, and opportunities.
The oppression is predominantly committed the gendered white male who power and therefore control the means of communication such as the media. A look at the television shows and advertisements shows that the underlying theme as portrayed by those in power is that women are less competent, deceitful, promiscuous, and preoccupied with trivialities. The media also shape the society’s perception of how a woman is supposed to look. Through the clever digital manipulation of the women on the adverts and the increased use of thin models, a false and unattainable form of the ideal woman is made; therefore, for those women who do not fit within the unattainable mold, pressure is mounted so that they can adjust to the ideal woman image.
Summary of Chapters
Introduction: This chapter introduces the concern regarding technological advancement and its potential to cause widespread unemployment, setting the scope for the discussion on technology's impact on employment and gender representation.
Communication Technology and Unemployment: This section explores how information technology influences labor productivity and economic growth, while analyzing the displacement of traditional jobs and the emergence of new, high-skilled opportunities.
Increased Gender Inequality in Use of Media: This chapter analyzes how media control by a small clique reinforces gender stereotypes, utilizing conflict theory to explain the marginalization and objectification of women.
Conclusion: The final section summarizes the complex dual impact of new media technologies, noting the difficulty authorities face in regulating these trends to prevent further social bias.
Keywords
Technological advancement, Unemployment, Information technology, Labor market, Gender inequality, Media, Stereotyping, Digital manipulation, Conflict theory, Globalization, Marginalization, Objectification, Intersectionality, Economic growth, Cybernetic community
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research?
The research primarily explores the socio-economic effects of rapid technological advancement, specifically analyzing its dual impact on labor market dynamics and gender representation in modern media.
What are the central themes discussed in the work?
The central themes include the relationship between technological innovation and unemployment, the role of cognitive skills in the new economy, and how media ownership perpetuates gender stereotypes and systemic inequality.
What is the main research objective?
The objective is to investigate how new communication technologies disrupt traditional labor structures and how they are used by those in power to maintain societal gender imbalances.
Which scientific approach is utilized?
The paper employs a combination of economic analysis regarding labor markets and a sociological lens, specifically utilizing Conflict Theory to explain media bias and gender inequality.
What topics are covered in the main body?
The main body examines the history of technological change in the workplace, the theoretical underpinnings of unemployment due to computerization, and the sociological implications of gender portrayals in mainstream media.
How would you describe the document using key terms?
The paper is best described through terms such as technological unemployment, gender inequality, media sociology, information age, and economic transformation.
How does the author characterize the 'digital divide' in terms of gender?
The author argues that digital technologies and media deregulation have been used to construct marketing niches that rely on traditional gender roles, thereby intensifying the sexualization and marginalization of women and girls.
What conclusion does the author draw regarding governmental control?
The author concludes that it is highly challenging for governmental authorities to regulate the media industry effectively, which suggests that the stereotypical portrayal of women will likely persist in the foreseeable future.
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- Caroline Mutuku (Autor:in), 2018, The Impact of new Communication Technology on Unemployment and the increased Gender Inequality, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/430697
