...• Running head: Do information media have social responsibility? If yes, in what ways? If no, why not? Do information media have social responsibility? Larry Komrofski University of Phoenix Hum/176 Media and American Culture Gary Rhodes June 23, 2013 Yes they do, at least that is how I feel. I am still rather confused though. After recently reading that many of your big news companies are owned by certain companies that might quite often have a personal bias or personal agenda, now that is bad enough but I also read that there is no law that states that the news broadcasters have to actually tell the truth. I cannot begin to wrap my head around this. For some foolish reason I just assumed that they would be obligated by law to have to tell us the complete truth, boy do I feel naive. It would be nice to think that a good mother was in charge of all the information media companies, because a good mother would only publish news that was worthy and non-harmful in any way to anyone. It would be nice to think that information media only told us the truth and never added any personal bias, but that is just not the case. In the process of reporting what they report daily, information media has the ability to sway our thoughts and ideas and influence what we buy, where we buy it, who is popular, and why. Next thing you know, what their wearing is what we are wearing. It is unfortunate that this kind of power cannot...
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...Hum/176 Do information media have social responsibility? If yes, in what ways? If no, why not? I, along with many other people will agree we are not sure what responsibilities are that information media has, but they do have some sort of responsibility. Media outlets need to remain unbiased, but we all know that none of them do. The certain news sites that I read, do usually seem one sided, but I keep an open mind when it comes to believing what they say. If I have any doubt about what I am reading, I turn to other sources to make sure I get the whole story. Over the years when I have done research on a particular topic, I have always used multiple sources. As far as the information media having any responsibilities, the have many. The main responsibility that they have is to report the most truthful news that they possibly can. They need to stay away from what their views are and report the truth, not just what they speculate. That is the biggest problem they have. If we can't believe what they say, how are we going to find out what really happened. Their responsibilities need to stay focused on what is needed to be done, and that is to get a factual story out to the general public. Too many media outlets rush to get the “BIG” story out before the others and they leave out many key factors and the story usually doesn't make much sense. The ones that are usually guilty of that are the local sites. They want to break the news when they have no information...
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...in the US. Having a child during teen years carries high costs emotional, physical, and financial to the mother, father, child, and community. Teen Pregnancy is becoming more popular in the media and from a political, ad educational standpoint. This is an underlying social problem that is now making it known. Teen Pregnancy in the United States “Each year in the U.S. almost one million teenagers become pregnant--at enormous costs to themselves, their children, and society”. (Pregnant Teen Help, Teen Pregnancy Statistics) Some would argue that teen pregnancy is all glorified. Other individuals would protest that it is too influential. Teen pregnancy is a rising social problem in the United States and among other countries. Teen pregnancy is now being publicized as multimedia corporations, with shows such as “16 & Pregnant”, “Teen Mom”, “Maury”, “Secret Life of the American Teenager”, and “Juno”. All of which concentrate on teen pregnancy. These shows or movies could be informational for young people. However, the shows display an altered reality that teen pregnancy is easy, laughs and joy. Despite what the shows might portray teen pregnancy is an uprising national and global epidemic. In the past teen pregnancy has been an underline issue that is vastly taking center stage. Media, education, and economy are all components to this phenomenon, nevertheless, how are they all connected? All of which will all be addressed in the contents of this paper. Which leaves the burning...
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...The value we place onto a politician's private life has a direct relationship towards the way he governs his office. As a society, we're so not in touch with politics that the only time we know of a politician's way about, is when he has been caught "having fun." Our politician's private life is more important to some of us than the constitution that governs our lives. For some reason, we seem to pay more attention to the media when the issue that is being discussed involves a politician being caught having an affair than when it involves politics. We are imperfect beings having a loving experience; the result of our relationship will depends on how we balance our imperfection with our values. What we do in our private lives are our business. Yes, I understand why some people maybe concern with politicians' private lives. To some degree, they do have a responsibility to comport themselves in a manner that shows leadership. After all, kids are forever using them as examples, their social image to some extent characterize the society they represent. However, it's as equally unjustified for the media to project on the TV screen a politician's private life. If Malia fell while climbing up the presidential helicopter, I don't wish to know about this. If the 7 years old Sasha had a confrontation in school with her peer, the media shouldn't inform us about it. Those are private issues that should be dealt privately. If we the American people are the first to know about a private...
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...explain why Goatse Security hacking of AT&T was. Then, explain why IT Hack Solutions, a computer security firm would encourage hacking. Next, I plan to discuss why and how companies like Gawker Media are socially responsible for finding threats. Third, I plan to explain how CEOs should respond to security breach in the IT network. Finally. I will write an email by AT&T to customers explaining informing, the security breach and what was done to correct the issue. Determine if hacking into a Web site is ever justifiable, applying your theory to a real-world case in which someone hacked into a system, including the name of the company and details. Yes, there are justifiable means for web site and network system to be hacked. Hacking is both a science and an art what isn’t taught by colleges. Companies that are hacked can suffer significant losses, and their customers made vulnerable to other crimes, privacy violations, and unwanted contact. However when a company wants to get business or show off skills then, hacking is like building a resume. Once hackers have proven themselves, they can show off their resume to both government and corporation for business. For example, the AT&T and Apple IPad hacking by Goatse Security was justifiable for three reasons. One showing a security breach, two exposing privacy to the public, and three as a marketing. AT&T's email security breach shows that major brands have IT system flaws. We all know that there really isn't a way to make...
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...Background of the Study: The research investigates the impacts of social networking websites on undergraduate students’ performance at Technology College Sarawak. The variables identified are age, gender, education, social influence and academic performance. Questionnaire will be design based on the requirement to determine the reasons and factors that affect the students’ performance and will be distributed to 30 correspondents, which consist of students in Technology College Sarawak. Social networking is the grouping of individuals into specific groups, like small rural communities or a neighborhood subdivision, if one’s will. Although social networking is possible in person, especially in the workplace, universities, and high schools, it is most popular online. An online social networking is a place where people build social relations by sharing information’s, interests, activities, or their real lives connections too. It allows users to communicate with each other without limits and boundaries. When it comes to online social networking, websites are commonly used. These websites are known as social sites. Social networking websites function like an online community of internet users. Depending on the website in question, many of these online community members share common interests in hobbies, religion, politics and alternative lifestyles. Once the user is granted access to a social networking website they can begin to socialize. This socialization may...
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...Today social media is a big part of everyday life. Not everyone but the majority of people have some form of social media on their phones or computer. Online dating is becoming a big thing in society and it could possibly take the place of traditional face to face dating. While online dating does have some advantages traditional dating is still the better way to meet someone. Traditional dating is better than online dating because a lot of people have taken online dating sites and have used them to take advantage of others. When someone is online there is no way of telling whether or not the person on the other side of the screen is really who they say they are. There are a lot of people out in the world that lie while on dating sites, not...
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...| Course Syllabus College of Humanities HUM/186 Version 3 Media Influences on American Culture WCFYS0712 | Copyright © 2012, 2011, 2009 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Start Date: Tuesday, 8/28/2012 Week 2: Tuesday, 9/4/2012 Week 3: Tuesday, 9/11/2012 Week 4: Tuesday, 9/18/2012 Week 5: Tuesday, 9/25/2012 Course End Date: Tuesday, 9/25/2012 Facilitator Information Ststeve Headley sheadley@email.phoenix.edu (University of Phoenix faculty) Steve.Headley@phoenix.edu (work) 727-642-4993 (cell) 513-551-5144 (Work) Course Description The course provides an introduction to the most prominent forms of media that influence and impact social, business, political, and popular culture in contemporary America. It explores the unique aspects of each medium as well as interactions across various media that combine to create rich environments for information sharing, entertainment, business, and social interaction in the United States and around the world. Policies Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are...
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...The Impact of Foreign Media on Children Aged 8-18 Years. Submitted To: Ma’am Fatima Saman Qaisar Submitted By: Fatima Ahmad 10-4933 Umer Hassan 10-4961 Zainab Sarfraz 10-4948 Aizaz Naseem 10-4917 Section: BS (AF) Group number: 2 Semester: 6 Date of Submission: April 27, 2013 Course: Business Research Methods Abstract Do you ever notice what do you watch during the Prime Time; An Indian Drama, or a Turkish one, or any local? Now days, mostly people are inclined towards these Turkish dramas like “Ishq-e-Mamno”, “Fatima Gul” and so many more and are so mesmerized by their outlook that they have started to forget their own culture. This problem was identified by observation and through a survey. We conducted a survey on different age groups like mothers, teenagers (13-18) and minors (8-13). We conducted this research to see the impact of this media on our generation whose minds are so innocent. In back 2001 it was common to view Indian news channels in our country and it was to believe what they say as we don’t have our 1 single news channel but finally from 2003 and onwards Pakistani media and news channel over came this threat. After news channels we had a fever of daily soups to watch again from India and it was common to have knowledge of their rituals. Finally got rid of them and we faced a challenge of foreign content again and this time we had turkey as our opponent. Now a day’s according to the interviews conducted and data collected from our research...
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...inadequate or delayed treatments, and the releasing of private information (Cheesebro, 2010). As the Communications Coordinator for a national drug manufacturer, it is my responsibility to manage crisis, enhance patient satisfaction, make information available to the public, and assess consumer needs. So today we will need to brainstorm and discuss how we will address the negative effects that our medications are causing to the public. The local news has already allegedly reported that our local mayor has suffered from adverse affects from our medications. How can we address the public regarding this issue without losing business and the trust we created with our investors and our consumers? In today’s meeting we will need to decide which communication tactic is most suitable for this situation, while making sure that we do not break any HIPPA guidelines. Traditional, Electronic and Social Media In this vast healthcare marketplace, patients and providers have choices. These choices are made not only by advertising and marketing efforts, but also by an unprecedented amount of health information available through the news media and internet. Right now our company is feeling the negative effects of this information. Let’s start by discussing the advantages and disadvantages of using traditional media. Traditional media can include newspapers, magazines, radio, and television. There are some great advantages on why these media outlets would be ideal in reaching our audience regarding...
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...themselves, their children, and society”. (Pregnant Teen Help, Teen Pregnancy Statistics) Some would argue that teen pregnancy is all glorified. Other individuals would protest that it is too influential. Teen pregnancy is a rising social problem in the United States and among other countries. Teen pregnancy is now being publicized as multimedia corporations, with shows such as “16 & Pregnant”, “Teen Mom”, “Maury”, “Secret Life of the American Teenager”, and “Juno”. All of which concentrate on teen pregnancy. These shows or movies could be informational for young people. However, the shows display an altered reality that teen pregnancy is easy, laughs and joy. Despite what the shows might portray teen pregnancy is an uprising national and global epidemic. In the past teen pregnancy has been an underline issue that is vastly taking center stage. Media, education, and economy are all components to this phenomenon, nevertheless, how are they all connected? All of which will all be addressed in the contents of this paper. Which leaves the burning question, is teen pregnancy accepted into our society as a norm, or is it still a deviant act? First and for most, there are many different definitions of teenage pregnancy depending on the source of the information. However, as a broad definition defines teenage pregnancy as “a female typically between the ages of thirteen and nineteen, typically who hasn’t completed her core education – secondary schools – has few or no marketable skills...
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...ABSTRACT Nowadays, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities caught the company or organization’s attention in order to come closer to the society. From the level of top management until to its employees, it seems that CSR somehow give the impact on business performance. The organization or company’s involvement with society, closely give the sign toward achieving their business’ goal. In this study, survey by questionnaire was used to collect the secondary data from the candidates. The information will be the indicator to analyze and interpret on how the impacts of CSR on business performance. It showed that positive sales revenue correlated with the CSR activities which will enhance the company’s business growth on their image and reputation. Nevertheless, on the side of financial performance might be give sort of negative impacts. On top of that, the mode contribution of company’s business towards the society or how well the relationship with top management, employees and customers can be the factors for business manager to cater it. CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION In this chapter one, we will discuss on the statement of problems and also objectives in relation with CSR on business performance. 2.1 STATEMENT OF PROBLEMS A business’s capability and intention, through the economics obligation has bring the social responsibility to the companies do the right things, produce more output and least input that bring good deeds to society. It also linkage...
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...Engl-112-61206: Composition Professor: Jamie Pacton Student: Valeriya Zakreski Violence is a physical action to injure people or property. We can read a lot of information and watch news about violence. We can say that violence is a part of our life and he human condition. But the worst fact that today, our children are involved to this part of human condition. From child abuse to murder, to school-yard bullying, violence takes its toll, often with children being the innocent. But what can cause the violence between the children? Today we can hear a lot of information about it, as: toy guns and video games affect on the children’s health and behavior, violent homes lead children to the crime. “More than 1,000 studies on the effects of television and film violence have been done over the past 40 years. The majority of these studies reach the same conclusion: television and film violence leads to real-world violence. By age 18 an American child will have seen 16,000 simulated murders and 200,000 acts of violence.” Senator Orrin G. Hatch, Utah, Chairman Committee on the Judiciary. September 14,1999. Children, Violence, And the Media. A report for Parents and Policy Makers (http://ratemyschoolboard.wordpress.com/2013/01/30/children-violence-and-the-media/) The idea about that video games and movies can affect people is not confirmed; however, children’s behavior can be changed by introducing in their life the violent toys, video games, violent...
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...TITLE PAGE CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN NIGERIA’S TELECOMMUNICATION SECTOR A CASE STUDY OF GLOBACOM NIGERIA LIMITED ENUGU ZONE BY EZEIGWE, GRACE CHINYERE BA/2007/163 A PROJECT REPORT SUBMITTED TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINSTRATION, CARITAS UNIVERSITY, AMORJI- NIKE, ENUGU, ENUGU STATE. IN PARTTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AWARD OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.Sc.) DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION. AUGUST, 2010. CERTIFICATION This is to certify that this project written by Ezeigwe G. Chinyere With Reg/No.BA/2007/163, has been duly supervised, approved and found adequate in scope and content for the award of Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, in the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences, Department of Business Administration, Caritas University, Amorji Nike, Enugu, Enugu State. ___________________ ____________________ Mr. Innocent Ubawike Prof. Godwin Nwanguma Project Supervisor Head of Department, Business Administration Department ________________ _______________________ Date Date DEDICATION I dedicate this project work to God Almighty for His infinite mercy all through my studies and also, for the wisdom and inspirations towards the successful completion of this work. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT All thanks and Praise...
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...interpersonal, and behavioral dynamics in organizations. 2. Identify four action steps for responding positively in times of change. (1) Have a positive attitude, (2) ask questions, (3) listen to the answers and (4) be committed to success. 3. Identify the important system components of an organization. The four major internal components are task, people, technology, and structure. 4. Describe the formal and informal elements of an organization. The formal organization is the official, legitimate, and most visible part of the organization, and this is the part that enables people to think of organizations in logical and rational ways. The informal elements of the organization are often points of diagnostic and intervention activities in organizational development, though the formal elements must always be considered because they provide the context for the informal. Part II.--Answer questions at the end of the reading listed below: Issues in Diversity Women Triumph in times of Recession – really? American women are finally in a position to surpass men in the workforce, but it took an economic recession for them to do it. The layoffs and plant closures experienced in the manufacturing and construction industries have hit working men terribly hard. Some estimate that 82 percent of the job losses during the recession have occurred for men. Why the difference? Women tend to hold jobs in “safer” recession-proof industries like healthcare and education. Take Nasreen Mohammed...
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