New Media and Its Impact

The video discusses the influence of new media on political campaigns and young voters, highlighting the role of platforms like YouTube. It addresses the selection bias inherent in new media, where users gravitate towards content that aligns with their pre-existing beliefs. Despite the rise of new media, traditional media like newspapers and local news remain relevant, adapting by offering online editions and engaging in blogging. The video cautions against assuming that new media has completely replaced old media.

How has new media, like YouTube, impacted political campaigns?

• It has replaced traditional media completely.

• It has helped candidates raise money and engage young voters.

• It has no impact on political campaigns.

• It has made political campaigns less important.

What is the speaker's view on the assertion that old media is dead?

• Old media is more influential than new media.

• Old media is still relevant and has adapted to changes.

• Old media is completely obsolete.

• Old media has no impact on society.

What is selection bias in the context of new media?

• Avoiding all forms of media.

• Preferring content that aligns with existing beliefs.

• Choosing media content based on popularity.

• Selecting media content randomly.

How have traditional newspapers adapted to the digital age?

• They have become more expensive.

• They have remained unchanged.

• They have introduced online editions and blogs.

• They have stopped publishing altogether.

What does the speaker caution against regarding new media?

• Believing that new media is the only form of media.

• Thinking new media is less important than old media.

• Assuming new media has no impact.

• Ignoring the influence of new media.