Key Concept #2 - Media Construct Reality

Examples of Key Concept #2

CSI I found that CSI is a huge example of the media constructing reality because it exemplifies the idea of a real justice case. Everything from the interviews, the chase scenes, to the science labs are constructed to appear as if it were in real life, only hugely dramatized. The scenes are dramatized to add excitement and interest, yet still appear at least partially realistic. This technique is used to keep the audience captivated while still bringing in great reviews and millions of viewers.


JURASSIC PARK

Jurassic Park is an excellent example of Key Concept # 2 because it shows how media controls reality in order to keep attention within the audience. It does so by mixing fiction (or in this case, the past) with modern technology to make the plot of the story exciting.

Egyptian Uprising

http://ca.news.yahoo.com/hundreds-canadians-set-rally-support-egyptian-uprising-20110128-010006-905.html

Text
This article tells a larger story by connecting the rallies in Canada to the larger-scale political revolt in Egypt and the Middle East. The characters in the story do not relate to one another by power, age, gender, class, or even race, but by common goal. the values and ideologies of characters mainly encompass the achievement of freedom, even by violent means. I share these beliefs to the extent of accomplishing freedom, but not so as others may be hurt or injured in the process.

Production
The text within this story came in the form of news from both Toronto, Canada, and from Egypt. It has been created by the media. This text has been distributed to the public through the internet, and those who read profit from knowledge, as well as the owners of Yahoo as they benefit from people viewing and using their website.

Audience
This text appeals to me because it is very informative and allows me to know what is going on with the world around me. The intended target audience for this selection could be anyone of any age; as long as they are interested in world affairs. The text appeals to its audience because along with informing others or current global issues, it also allows the reader to feel as if they are involved with the affair themselves; for example, Canadian readers are learning that their own country is making an effort to help the cause too. People use and consume this text to the advantage of their knowledge. I could change the text to make it more enjoyable, or at least more fully-conscious, by actually reporting specifically what is happening during the rallies, along with a more in-depth analysis of the current events in Egypt.