Power of Media

Media messages are always constructed with a particular purpose

• True

• False

Media messages reflect the creator's...

• values

• points of view

• media literacy

• all above

Different media messages follow the same creative language rules.

• True

• False

Media messages are interpreted the same way regardless of who is reading them.

• True

• False

People will interepret media messages differently depending on their values, points of view, and media literacy skills.

• True

• False

Media messages, especially when repeated over time, can shape our values, actions, and beliefs.

• True

• False

Media messages can shape what people believe to be true

• True

• False

Media messages can be produced only by big corporations and newspapers.

• True

• False

Regular people can produce media messages that advance their values and interests, as well as the needs of their communities.

• True

• False

People use media messages as consumers to inform their decisions, but also as producers.

• True

• False