HUM/186: Media Influences On American Culture

Wk 1 – Summative Assessment 1: American Mass Media and Culture [due Mon]

Assignment Content

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   American mass media and culture are deeply intertwined, and it’s hard to imagine an aspect of American culture that isn’t influenced by mass media. Spirituality, politics, and even our language is influenced by media. In this assignment, you will investigate how 2 different types of media have impacted American culture.
   Choose 2 types of media from the following list:

   • Newspapers
   • Magazines
   • TV
   • Movies
   • Radio
   • Internet

   Write a 600- to 900-word paper that examines the impact the 2 types of media you selected have had on American culture since 1970.Include the following in your paper:

   • Describe how the 2 types of media have influenced American culture since 1970.
   • Identify at least 2 important examples of each media type in your response. For example, if you selected TV and movies, you could identify specific TV shows or movies in your response.

   Cite sources to support your assignment.
   Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.
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