Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Wrapping up - JUA 2007
In about one hour, we will be wrapping up the whole schedule of JUA 2007 and going back to New Hampton. In thirteen hours we will be heading back to our classes. In 29 hours, I'll be on a plane heading back home. In those senses, I would like to wrap up the JUA on this blog.
Since when I first became a junior in September, I was highly anticipating JUA. To be honest, the reason was only because I get to get out of classes for two days, go to Boston, and have fun. However, as I was involved in JUA progress, I found out that there was something more in JUA. Until I actually started JUA, I didn't know how exactly JUA works though I attended NHS since when I was freshman. Now, I know that JUA is all about trying to answer a question in a group by solving various other problems in the middle of Boston.
The first day was not a success, but it is hard to say that it was a failure. Our appointment with Media Lab of MIT was canceled, but we were able to grab few of the actual students of MIT and ask about what media they use to view information on the news. That was very helpful because we were able to find out what people actually use to find news information. We went to a nice Thai restaurant and ate dinner. (That was the first time I ate Thai food.) Then we watched 'I Am Legend', a highly anticipated movie starred by Will Smith.
The actual schedule started in the second day. We visited WBUR, a part of NPR in the morning. Two people from the marketing came and toured us through the whole office including the actual radio studio, which was built very scientifically. At afternoon, we visited NECN, and had a chance to watch the recording of 'Patriot Football Weekly' which anchored by Chris Collins, who is a graduate of New Hampton School. It was an unique experience.
So, do I think the truth is manufactured? Also, do I think the truth can change? I think I do, because some people controlling the media companies has the ability to alter truth. However,
I know now that there are people who work hard to find the real truth. And because of them, I think I can trust the media for now.
Since when I first became a junior in September, I was highly anticipating JUA. To be honest, the reason was only because I get to get out of classes for two days, go to Boston, and have fun. However, as I was involved in JUA progress, I found out that there was something more in JUA. Until I actually started JUA, I didn't know how exactly JUA works though I attended NHS since when I was freshman. Now, I know that JUA is all about trying to answer a question in a group by solving various other problems in the middle of Boston.
The first day was not a success, but it is hard to say that it was a failure. Our appointment with Media Lab of MIT was canceled, but we were able to grab few of the actual students of MIT and ask about what media they use to view information on the news. That was very helpful because we were able to find out what people actually use to find news information. We went to a nice Thai restaurant and ate dinner. (That was the first time I ate Thai food.) Then we watched 'I Am Legend', a highly anticipated movie starred by Will Smith.
The actual schedule started in the second day. We visited WBUR, a part of NPR in the morning. Two people from the marketing came and toured us through the whole office including the actual radio studio, which was built very scientifically. At afternoon, we visited NECN, and had a chance to watch the recording of 'Patriot Football Weekly' which anchored by Chris Collins, who is a graduate of New Hampton School. It was an unique experience.
So, do I think the truth is manufactured? Also, do I think the truth can change? I think I do, because some people controlling the media companies has the ability to alter truth. However,
I know now that there are people who work hard to find the real truth. And because of them, I think I can trust the media for now.
IN CONCLUSION OF JUA....
Jua 2007 has been a very interesting experience for me. Usually Newhampton school trips are in the woods, or in New Hampshire away from civilization. But this was different. This is a city adventure that students take place in. Its the oppoiste location of our school. I think it is a good program that the school does and it is very insteresting, informitive, and also fun.
Learning about new things is always a good thing. Thats what I learned about JUA. I entered a subject that I have never had much interest in before. But now I think it is interesting and fun because JUA made me ask questions, and I found answers to those questions and got something out of it.
Above all I think JUA is a very exciting trip, its a good time, and is a very good experience.
Learning about new things is always a good thing. Thats what I learned about JUA. I entered a subject that I have never had much interest in before. But now I think it is interesting and fun because JUA made me ask questions, and I found answers to those questions and got something out of it.
Above all I think JUA is a very exciting trip, its a good time, and is a very good experience.
Junior Urban Adventure - Closure from Lindsay
When i first heard about the Junior Urban Adventure trip, i was very nervous and skeptical on how the whole trip would play out. Any and all things that could possibly go wrong or turn the trip into a downer were racing through my mind. Once we got on the bus and headed into Boston, i began to get very excited and I truly couldn't wait to start interviewing people and answering not only my personal driving question, but as well as the group question of, "Is the truth manufactured?". I knew that this trip, whether I knew it straight from the get-go or not, would definitely be a memorable and once-in-a-lifetime experience that I would greatly appreciate.
Our first play of business was the MIT student lounge and cafeteria where my group and I had a blast interviewing both students and staff and got several varied and similar responses on their preferred source of media such as TheNewYorkTimes.com, the places they wouldn't trust which consisted unanimously of Fox News, and their own beliefs on the topic of manufactured truth which was also a complete yes across the board. All in all, MIT (especially the campus itself) and the people that spent their time there were very impressive and inspiring.
Our second appointment in the Boston adventure was NPR radio which personally was my favorite experience throughout this entire trip. My dream for college as well as for a future career is to get involved in Journalism, Communications, and Radio business, so to be able to spend a good chunk of time at a very prestigious, well-known, and trusted station was more then I could have asked for. the studios were amazing, the personal were fabulous, the tour guides themselves (one of which just happened to be a girl from my hometown in little old Washington 2500 miles away from Boston,.. Hi Rachel!) were more then kind and informal, and the general experience is something I know I was very lucky to receive. NPR Radio is easily the one place in this trip that was the most inspiring as well as it completely added to my drive to make it big in the Journalism/Communications world. To NPR, thank you!
Last but certainly not least was our voyage to NECN (New England Cable News) which was just like NPR, very impressive. We took a complete tour of the station, the sets, the behind the scenes areas such as the meteorologist's office, the engineering room, as well as so much more. We actually got to sit in on the set while Chris Collins (who is actually an Alum from our school) and the other men he worked with reported on the sports. We were able to talk with him one-on-one as well as first hand sit on a table behind the cameras and watch him the men bicker about the Patriot's and their defense from this past Sunday's game (or lack thereof according to one man) which was hilarious and also an experience I will probably never be able to get again. I feel very lucky to sit on on such a cool event.
To sum up this entire trip, the only word that comes to mind is grateful. I was able to interview amazing people, watch people work in action like Chris Collins at NECN, the workroom at NPR and to see the famous Bob Oaks do a live broadcast. My experience in Boston for the last two days, to me, is definitely brag-worthy and I'm more then satisfied for how this trip turned out. It was better then I ever expected! Thank you, New Hampton, for giving us this opportunity. =]
Our first play of business was the MIT student lounge and cafeteria where my group and I had a blast interviewing both students and staff and got several varied and similar responses on their preferred source of media such as TheNewYorkTimes.com, the places they wouldn't trust which consisted unanimously of Fox News, and their own beliefs on the topic of manufactured truth which was also a complete yes across the board. All in all, MIT (especially the campus itself) and the people that spent their time there were very impressive and inspiring.
Our second appointment in the Boston adventure was NPR radio which personally was my favorite experience throughout this entire trip. My dream for college as well as for a future career is to get involved in Journalism, Communications, and Radio business, so to be able to spend a good chunk of time at a very prestigious, well-known, and trusted station was more then I could have asked for. the studios were amazing, the personal were fabulous, the tour guides themselves (one of which just happened to be a girl from my hometown in little old Washington 2500 miles away from Boston,.. Hi Rachel!) were more then kind and informal, and the general experience is something I know I was very lucky to receive. NPR Radio is easily the one place in this trip that was the most inspiring as well as it completely added to my drive to make it big in the Journalism/Communications world. To NPR, thank you!
Last but certainly not least was our voyage to NECN (New England Cable News) which was just like NPR, very impressive. We took a complete tour of the station, the sets, the behind the scenes areas such as the meteorologist's office, the engineering room, as well as so much more. We actually got to sit in on the set while Chris Collins (who is actually an Alum from our school) and the other men he worked with reported on the sports. We were able to talk with him one-on-one as well as first hand sit on a table behind the cameras and watch him the men bicker about the Patriot's and their defense from this past Sunday's game (or lack thereof according to one man) which was hilarious and also an experience I will probably never be able to get again. I feel very lucky to sit on on such a cool event.
To sum up this entire trip, the only word that comes to mind is grateful. I was able to interview amazing people, watch people work in action like Chris Collins at NECN, the workroom at NPR and to see the famous Bob Oaks do a live broadcast. My experience in Boston for the last two days, to me, is definitely brag-worthy and I'm more then satisfied for how this trip turned out. It was better then I ever expected! Thank you, New Hampton, for giving us this opportunity. =]
Closing Statments
Tonight ends JUA, and over the course of it I had some fun, learned a lot and found interesting subjects around our site areas. Although our plans didn't exactly go as...planned, we had some fun interviewing people at MIT, despite the paranoid person who refused to be interviewed and thought the government controlled the media.
In regards to our Essential Question feel that the media that the majority of America believes and listens to is manipulating the truth, which is not to say they are lying, but the way they state the truth is deliberate in order to sway public opinion. Publicly funded studios and media sources, while they may contain bias, as all things do, keep it to a minimum and attempt to emphasize facts. Therefore I can safely say the truth IS manufactured, however those who do the manufacturing are not the entire media, but those with a private agenda be it political or otherwise.
In regards to my driving question, yes how things are said can effect people's outlook on issues being discussed. In fact, once the use of descriptions are used, one is putting their own personal bias into the statement. For example, I could say "it was 36 degrees today" (hypothetically) it would be fact, but if I say "It was very cold today" it is a bias statement and is therefore no longer fact. Whether or not this is intentional in media varies from station to station and even anchor to anchor or DJ to DJ, however the fact that manipulation is possible through use of words is undeniable.
These are my conclusions upon leaving JUA and Boston.
In regards to our Essential Question feel that the media that the majority of America believes and listens to is manipulating the truth, which is not to say they are lying, but the way they state the truth is deliberate in order to sway public opinion. Publicly funded studios and media sources, while they may contain bias, as all things do, keep it to a minimum and attempt to emphasize facts. Therefore I can safely say the truth IS manufactured, however those who do the manufacturing are not the entire media, but those with a private agenda be it political or otherwise.
In regards to my driving question, yes how things are said can effect people's outlook on issues being discussed. In fact, once the use of descriptions are used, one is putting their own personal bias into the statement. For example, I could say "it was 36 degrees today" (hypothetically) it would be fact, but if I say "It was very cold today" it is a bias statement and is therefore no longer fact. Whether or not this is intentional in media varies from station to station and even anchor to anchor or DJ to DJ, however the fact that manipulation is possible through use of words is undeniable.
These are my conclusions upon leaving JUA and Boston.
NECN
Today we visited the studios of NECN, the New England Cable News. They pride themselves on their serious, more in depth look at their stories, and the fact that they are not just a news station, producing many documentaries from solemn subjects such as New England born soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan that have fallen to lighter tone stories on a New England stand up comedian who juggles several jobs, her family and her dream.
While there we met Chris Collins, a New Hampton alumni and the anchor for the sports casting of NECN. We also saw the process of the recording of a Tuesday segment, PFW TV, or Patriot Football Weekly Television. In this segment there were evidences of "truth manipulation", in which the future Patriot vs Dolphins game was referred to as "squish the fish time", and the description of the Dolphins given being the "lowly Miami Dolphins", while it is true they have a far worse record than the Patriots the use of words in the description gives them a sort of pathetic feel while they are, despite their record, still professional football players.
We also met another anchor and a few behind the scenes coordinators, such as producers and story "finders", this shows how many levels the news goes through before we end up getting it. (ie. it may end up like the game many of you played as kids 'Telephone").
And although it may not relate very much to the topic at hand, we met a very kind meteorologist who showed us his job...Which goes through one person, with no teleprompter. What you see is what you get with the weather, although I now have newfound respect for meteorologists for the amount of work they have to do to get you an accurate forecast.
PS: Mr. Menke, Chris Collins says hello.
While there we met Chris Collins, a New Hampton alumni and the anchor for the sports casting of NECN. We also saw the process of the recording of a Tuesday segment, PFW TV, or Patriot Football Weekly Television. In this segment there were evidences of "truth manipulation", in which the future Patriot vs Dolphins game was referred to as "squish the fish time", and the description of the Dolphins given being the "lowly Miami Dolphins", while it is true they have a far worse record than the Patriots the use of words in the description gives them a sort of pathetic feel while they are, despite their record, still professional football players.
We also met another anchor and a few behind the scenes coordinators, such as producers and story "finders", this shows how many levels the news goes through before we end up getting it. (ie. it may end up like the game many of you played as kids 'Telephone").
And although it may not relate very much to the topic at hand, we met a very kind meteorologist who showed us his job...Which goes through one person, with no teleprompter. What you see is what you get with the weather, although I now have newfound respect for meteorologists for the amount of work they have to do to get you an accurate forecast.
PS: Mr. Menke, Chris Collins says hello.
Visiting NECN
We visited NECN at this afternoon. NECN is short for New England Cable News, and it is one of the biggest news network in New England.
NECN not only broadcasts news, but also has 'Patriot Football Weekly' which anchors discuss about Patriots games and predict their next game, and has their own documentary team which achieved a lot of things, including making a documentary about families in New England who lost their family members during the Iraqi War.
We visited its main studio, weatherman's room, and the reporters' office. Also, we were able to watch the actual recording of 'Patriot Football Weekly' which is hosted by Chris Collins, the graduate of New Hampton School, and will air tonight at 11:30 pm.
Visit to the NECN was one of the best experiences of the JUA this year. I actually could see how a TV program is recorded, which I personally think it's pretty fantastic.
NECN not only broadcasts news, but also has 'Patriot Football Weekly' which anchors discuss about Patriots games and predict their next game, and has their own documentary team which achieved a lot of things, including making a documentary about families in New England who lost their family members during the Iraqi War.
We visited its main studio, weatherman's room, and the reporters' office. Also, we were able to watch the actual recording of 'Patriot Football Weekly' which is hosted by Chris Collins, the graduate of New Hampton School, and will air tonight at 11:30 pm.
Visit to the NECN was one of the best experiences of the JUA this year. I actually could see how a TV program is recorded, which I personally think it's pretty fantastic.
Review of NECN by Lance and Jimmy
Today we went to the NECN station and saw a live news recording on the Patriots. We also saw how the news station works. We saw the reporters and producers office area, and we saw the Meterologist. The meterologist showed us how he managed his part of the news show.
Seeing the guys argue about football was fun. They voiced their opnions well, and I think our group appricated going to the station and see how every thing works. While we were there we also met Chris Collins, the sports reporter who also happens to be a New Hampton School graduate. He was very nice to us and treated us with lots of respect. It was a great interview.
P.S. Chris Collins says "Hello" to Mr. Menke.
Seeing the guys argue about football was fun. They voiced their opnions well, and I think our group appricated going to the station and see how every thing works. While we were there we also met Chris Collins, the sports reporter who also happens to be a New Hampton School graduate. He was very nice to us and treated us with lots of respect. It was a great interview.
P.S. Chris Collins says "Hello" to Mr. Menke.
Review of 'I Am Legend' - Jake
Our JUA group watched the movie 'I Am Legend' last night. The movie is based on the novel of same name by Richard Matheson. The movie is differed from the novel by trying to bring the concept of the novel in the near-future sense by setting the time of the movie in 2012 compared to the novel taking place in 1976. (The novel was written in 1954.)
In 2009, a virus called KV is developed by humans as a way of cure to cancer. However, this KV virus had side effect that nobody knew about. This virus eventually kills 90% of the whole population in earth, leaves less than 1% of people immune, and the rest transforms into bloodthirsty nocturnal vampires known as 'Dark Seekers.' Robert Neville, who was one of the immune people, loses his family, and lives in his house with his dog, Sam, for three years without seeing anybody who is not infected. He once was a virologist working for army, and he tries to develop a cure for the virus using his own immune blood, and also looks for survivors.
Here's my random opinions of some scenes. I personally liked the opening scene. It starts with the interview with the developer of the KV virus, then it shifts suddenly into the deserted New York City three years after the KV virus was developed. The movie shifts between Robert Neville's story in 2012 and then his story in 2009 when his family was all killed in some kind of dreams, which was an interesting composition. The overall scene of deserted New York City is well done, with the outstanding mix of real scenes and CG scenes. Will Smith's act as the last man on earth was outstanding. The problem of the movie was that the story of the movie became so wide that it became really hard to wrap it up. That's why the ending remains pretty doubtful to most audiences. It could have been better if the ending could have been better, or try to spend little bit of more time on ending so that it would be clear to the audiences. (Well, this can be all the problems of movies based on novels, huh?)
The movie 'I Am Legend' is recommended for the people what may happen if the most people of the Earth is gone. Also, when you watch, don't anticipate the ending. Just enjoy the scene you're watching now.
In 2009, a virus called KV is developed by humans as a way of cure to cancer. However, this KV virus had side effect that nobody knew about. This virus eventually kills 90% of the whole population in earth, leaves less than 1% of people immune, and the rest transforms into bloodthirsty nocturnal vampires known as 'Dark Seekers.' Robert Neville, who was one of the immune people, loses his family, and lives in his house with his dog, Sam, for three years without seeing anybody who is not infected. He once was a virologist working for army, and he tries to develop a cure for the virus using his own immune blood, and also looks for survivors.
Here's my random opinions of some scenes. I personally liked the opening scene. It starts with the interview with the developer of the KV virus, then it shifts suddenly into the deserted New York City three years after the KV virus was developed. The movie shifts between Robert Neville's story in 2012 and then his story in 2009 when his family was all killed in some kind of dreams, which was an interesting composition. The overall scene of deserted New York City is well done, with the outstanding mix of real scenes and CG scenes. Will Smith's act as the last man on earth was outstanding. The problem of the movie was that the story of the movie became so wide that it became really hard to wrap it up. That's why the ending remains pretty doubtful to most audiences. It could have been better if the ending could have been better, or try to spend little bit of more time on ending so that it would be clear to the audiences. (Well, this can be all the problems of movies based on novels, huh?)
The movie 'I Am Legend' is recommended for the people what may happen if the most people of the Earth is gone. Also, when you watch, don't anticipate the ending. Just enjoy the scene you're watching now.
WBUR/NPR
At 10:00 we visited the studios at WBUR. During the tour we were brought to the on-air studios, the cubicles and the mail room. We were shown some of the behind the scenes publishing areas that drive WBUR, the main conference room, and even a live air broadcast, albeit behind a double pane of glass for soundproofing reasons.
At the end of the tour we were brought to the mess hall/lunch room where we asked them questions on how they decided what was news worthy, how they try to remove bias from stories and segments and some of the differences between public and commercial radio stations. Of course we asked our overall driving question "Is the Truth Manufactured?" to which the tour guides answered in a number of ways/perspectives. One from a philosophical point of view that nothing can ever be completely without bias, and even one that separated public and commercial stations due to agendas in commercial that are not present in public radio. Public radio relies heavily on fund raising, so they need highly produced, unbiased stories to keep the listeners with them. To keep the studio alive they need to produce highly produced and meticulously "scanned" pieces for balanced statements.
At the end of the tour we were brought to the mess hall/lunch room where we asked them questions on how they decided what was news worthy, how they try to remove bias from stories and segments and some of the differences between public and commercial radio stations. Of course we asked our overall driving question "Is the Truth Manufactured?" to which the tour guides answered in a number of ways/perspectives. One from a philosophical point of view that nothing can ever be completely without bias, and even one that separated public and commercial stations due to agendas in commercial that are not present in public radio. Public radio relies heavily on fund raising, so they need highly produced, unbiased stories to keep the listeners with them. To keep the studio alive they need to produce highly produced and meticulously "scanned" pieces for balanced statements.
Wbur radio station
Today we went to take a tour of the Wbur radio station. The tour guide is very imformative and has lots to say on telling us about the shows that the radio station puts on. There were many interesting things that we saw, like the air studios, the technology they use, and their work stations. I thought that they were very fair people. I believe the truth is told when it comes to the Wbur radio station.
(Manipulated) New York Times/Starbucks
Today, we went into Starbucks to grab coffee, get out of the cold and read the paper. We found our way to reading the New York Times. While reading, we found that the Times had grossly prioritized their stories. On the front page, accompanied by a large photograph was an article on Mitt Romney's urge to become President since his childhood, due to his father's influence, however left to page 10 was a story on Russia providing nuclear power to Iran, something which could be threatening to National Security at some point. And on page 29 a story on New Orleans, a city where many relatives of the readers of the times had lived. This is an important story to the readers and yet, through their unfortunately skewed view of what is "good news" they give the spotlight to a relatively unimportant and foolishly overstated article.
Monday, December 17, 2007
Interviews @ MIT
Christian and I posed a series of questions that were videotaped to students and staff in the student center/lounge/cafeteria. The five questions were:
1.) Where do you get your information as in specific sources (ie: washingtonpost.com, Fox News, NPR, etc.)
2.) Do you prefer television, radio, print, or internet news sources?
3.) Specifically, what do you think is the least trust-worthy of sources?
4.) Do you believe the truth is manufactured or manipulated?
5.) Do you ever question the information you receive from any and all sources?
The responses varied but many of those we interviewed responded with similar answers such as Fox News being the least reliable and that the sources from the Internet were favored because of convenience and prestigious reliability (ie: newyorktimes.com). Many felt that the truth we receive is manipulated in some way for some reason and even one responded with the opinion that the government manipulated our news (this man also refused to be videotaped). Another common opinion was the doubting of all information received and that it is human nature to question all that we hear in the news today.
Our interviews will be uploaded as soon as we return to the hostel later tonight. Currently, we're still at MIT and will be conducting further interviews and a potential tour of the media lab facility. We'll be back!
--Christian and Lindsay
1.) Where do you get your information as in specific sources (ie: washingtonpost.com, Fox News, NPR, etc.)
2.) Do you prefer television, radio, print, or internet news sources?
3.) Specifically, what do you think is the least trust-worthy of sources?
4.) Do you believe the truth is manufactured or manipulated?
5.) Do you ever question the information you receive from any and all sources?
The responses varied but many of those we interviewed responded with similar answers such as Fox News being the least reliable and that the sources from the Internet were favored because of convenience and prestigious reliability (ie: newyorktimes.com). Many felt that the truth we receive is manipulated in some way for some reason and even one responded with the opinion that the government manipulated our news (this man also refused to be videotaped). Another common opinion was the doubting of all information received and that it is human nature to question all that we hear in the news today.
Our interviews will be uploaded as soon as we return to the hostel later tonight. Currently, we're still at MIT and will be conducting further interviews and a potential tour of the media lab facility. We'll be back!
--Christian and Lindsay
Summary of Interviews
We've done a lot of interviews, and here is some of our results:
Most people use internet for their news sources. The reason why they use is primarily because it's convenient, and people in MIT usually are on computer constantly, so it will be easier for them to access to news by internet.
Some people also watch TV for their news. TV channels they like to watch was CNN. There was one person who said that she watches FOX news. For newspapers, they like to read New York Times, but people usually don't read the paper: they like to read it online. Most people answered that they did not have time to sit at somewhere and read newspaper.
By the way, there were some people who were afraid to be on camera, because they thought this was going to end up on the news.
Most people use internet for their news sources. The reason why they use is primarily because it's convenient, and people in MIT usually are on computer constantly, so it will be easier for them to access to news by internet.
Some people also watch TV for their news. TV channels they like to watch was CNN. There was one person who said that she watches FOX news. For newspapers, they like to read New York Times, but people usually don't read the paper: they like to read it online. Most people answered that they did not have time to sit at somewhere and read newspaper.
By the way, there were some people who were afraid to be on camera, because they thought this was going to end up on the news.
Up to Monday at 13:45
We're currently at Stratton Student Center in MIT.
Until now, we visited a bookstore in MIT and read newspaper and magazine headline, and what they are talking about in the headline.
Then, we headed to Stratton Student Center and asked people the following questions:
1) Where do you get the news information from for general?
2) Why? Also, do you trust your news source?
The results and videos will be uploaded soon.
Until now, we visited a bookstore in MIT and read newspaper and magazine headline, and what they are talking about in the headline.
Then, we headed to Stratton Student Center and asked people the following questions:
1) Where do you get the news information from for general?
2) Why? Also, do you trust your news source?
The results and videos will be uploaded soon.
Sunday, December 16, 2007
video
I choose this video because it reminds people in the US that people are in Iraq for a reason. If we do not support the people, they will die out there. They say that people say that they support the soldiers, but not the war effort. If the soldiers are going to succeed, they need the real support of the American people. Their job is tough, and they cant do it alone.
An interview of Stephen Colbert on the O'Reilly factor. Colbert is known for a comedic portrayal of the manipulation of information on news networks. He often states, on the show, his support of the war in Iraq and President Bush, but his reasons show that he is obviously saying one thing and believing another. Through complements towards the president he is able to criticize him. This relates to my topic of how the alteration of how something is said can alter one's perspective on an issue.
Video - Jake
This video is about the Republicans' trick to steal votes for the White House. This points out my driving question. Is this the real truth? Or is this the truth made by the this campaign group? Or the CBS? Can the truth be changed?
Video clip - Lindsay
I chose this video clip because it covers two important areas that I'm trying to cover with my driving questions, which revolve around the media and pop-culture. In this clip we see a group of teenage boys "Ghost-riding the whip" which has become a pastime for many kids in our generation. This clip from King 5 News makes the community aware of the new pop-culture trend and informs them by the consequences that evolve from such an act (IE: jail-time, automobiles being impounded, and thousands of dollars worth of federal fines) This clip also discuss' new slang among teens and young adults that have been spawned by other aspects of media, such as music music videos being produced by rap and hip-hop artists.
This clip proves that the media can be both informative and persuasive in many ways, both good and bad. the media revolving around the music industry can introduce many interesting ideas to teenagers, while the news can inform said teenagers parents and community members their actions and the consequences that follow.
Monday Night Options
Here's some movie listings at Loews Boston Common. What do you guys want to see?
And... Thai Restaurant?
--McCarron
And... Thai Restaurant?
--McCarron
WBUR/NPR
WBUR/NPR is a Boston centered radio station that covers many local stories, and several high profile stories such as the 2008 election. Other stories include coverage of sports games and "drama" within the sports world, such as their story on "Sox & Steroids"
Some students within our group are interested in learning about the way they get their information, their coverage of the election, and the difference in permissible and available stories for radio as opposed to television.
Some students within our group are interested in learning about the way they get their information, their coverage of the election, and the difference in permissible and available stories for radio as opposed to television.
MIT Media Lab: Inventing a Better Future
Media Lab of Massachusetts Institute of Technology, or MIT, is devoted to the convergence between multimedia and technology. In 1990s, the Media Lab used to work on the practical inventions in the fields of wireless networks, field sensing, browsers and World Wide Web. Recently, the Media Lab is working on the product design such as human adaptability. They are largely researching human computer interaction including the User Interface, or UI.
Lindsay's Driving Question
How does the media contribute to pop-culture trends? Does the media we see and hear daily influence our opinions on what is "cool" or "important"? Can the media express more then just "the news"?
Our Itinerary
Once we hit Boston (fingers crossed for smooth driving tomorrow!), here's what we'll be doing:
Monday at 3PM: Talking with the graduate students at MIT's Media Lab Center for Future Civic Media.
Tuesday at 10AM: Visiting and touring WBUR, an NPR Affiliate
Tuesday at 2PM: Visiting and touring NECN, New England's cable news network
Students will be posting more information about each of these organizations.
Monday at 3PM: Talking with the graduate students at MIT's Media Lab Center for Future Civic Media.
Tuesday at 10AM: Visiting and touring WBUR, an NPR Affiliate
Tuesday at 2PM: Visiting and touring NECN, New England's cable news network
Students will be posting more information about each of these organizations.
Jake L. - Driving Question
Hi, I'm Jake, and here's my driving question.
'Can the truth change?'
I think it's closely related to the topic.
When I read a controversial book about an event from the past, I am very surprised.
For example, there is John F. Kennedy's assassination.
When Lee Harvey Oswald shot JFK, nobody knew why because Oswald also got murdered by somebody else.
Since there is always only one truth, so there must be only one reason (OK, there may be several reasons) why Oswald killed JFK, but many historians (or others) write books about why Oswald killed JFK in very various perspectives, so various that makes no sense if they're altogether the reasons.
That's where this question comes in. Many press (or media) companies get criticized for their erroneous reports on controversial issues. Do they make mistakes? Or do they do that on purpose? This is my question.
'Can the truth change?'
I think it's closely related to the topic.
When I read a controversial book about an event from the past, I am very surprised.
For example, there is John F. Kennedy's assassination.
When Lee Harvey Oswald shot JFK, nobody knew why because Oswald also got murdered by somebody else.
Since there is always only one truth, so there must be only one reason (OK, there may be several reasons) why Oswald killed JFK, but many historians (or others) write books about why Oswald killed JFK in very various perspectives, so various that makes no sense if they're altogether the reasons.
That's where this question comes in. Many press (or media) companies get criticized for their erroneous reports on controversial issues. Do they make mistakes? Or do they do that on purpose? This is my question.
Christian's Driving Question
Does the way in which one tells the truth affect how the listener thinks about what they have said?
I.E. If one rearranges the words, or uses different ones that mean/ describe the same thing.
I.E. If one rearranges the words, or uses different ones that mean/ describe the same thing.
Hello from the Senior Leader
Hello, everyone. Senior leader Alex S. (a.k.a. _alexander_zero, yes it's a dumb handle, I didn't realize it would be the display name when I signed up for it) here. You probably won't be hearing from me very much, my JUA experience is over and done with, you can go here for that, but I just wanted to be the one to tell you that the Media JUA group is on and ready to go. I'm here as the grizzled veteran helping out the young'uns.
Over the next few minutes, everyone else is going to be posting their "driving questions": questions that will help them determine the "essential" truth: is the truth manufactured? Can't wait to see what they come up with.
Ciao.
Over the next few minutes, everyone else is going to be posting their "driving questions": questions that will help them determine the "essential" truth: is the truth manufactured? Can't wait to see what they come up with.
Ciao.
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