The media leads to stereotypes is an excuse so people can complain and whine.
If you do not like a show because of stereotypes, or it's content such as sex, nudity, violence , blood, gore or language here's something to do.........now and check the ratings, now the show title of the show that you are watching, turn the T.V. off, watch something else by changing the channel. Get parental blocks to avoid this content in the first place, watch the show before your children see it and if you do not approve of the show........ put in another show, go to WWW.Common Sense Media.org to see what the show, video game, or movie is about before your children get it.
Now video games............If you do not approve by another game, now the ratings and check the ratings, check the packing, and check the video game's title, then you can go to WWW.Common Sense Media for all the media to check to see if it is the recommended age for your child.If it's not don't buy it and buy another video game.....they'll live.
The media often reinforces stereotypes by emphasizing certain characteristics or behaviors of a group, leading to misrepresentation and perpetuation of prejudice. It can shape public perceptions and influence attitudes towards different groups by highlighting specific narratives or images. However, the media also has the power to challenge stereotypes through diverse and inclusive storytelling that accurately represents the complexity of individuals and communities.
By constantly broadcasting news/news style reports describing people from minority groups in a negative way, only reporting on negative stories featuring these people and portraying them negatively or at least in an outdated clich̩d way in fictional media.
The media contributes to the perpetuation of stereotypes and prejudice in America as they show viewers either from the television , newspapers, etc things in certain ways that makes them think as a stereotyped or prejudice person, For example, in the media they represent Muslims all as threats and bad people due to the American government 'claiming' that Muslims caused the destruction of people's lives in the bombing of the World Trade Center in New York. Due to this, many people have now changed their views on Muslim people and mainly think of them as terrorists. Nearly everyday in the media they also represent Black people, normally Black males, as criminals and drug dealers. In newspapers everyday the media represents people of color in negative ways. This causes tensions between racial groups and causes people who are weak to stereotype and be prejudice to other ethnic groups.
Mass media became on of the main sources of popular culture in modern capitalist society. Media, however, not only entertains and offers news to people, but also transfers the stereotypes, beliefs and values of the society to reproduce the existing order of social life. Louis Althusser in his theory of ideological state apparatuses, says that schools, families, religions play the role of the ideological state apparatuses. These institutions invisibly transfer and indoctrinate the dominant hegemonic ideology of the society into the minds of people in order to be able to control people. In the modern capitalist world, I would argue, media turned to be yet another althusserian ideological apparatus that control the mind of masses. It seems like media creates the unique pieces of art: movies, documentaries, magazines, music, TV shows and others.
Stereotyping, prejudices, and discrimination are maintained through socialization, where individuals internalize beliefs and attitudes from their environment. This can be reinforced through media, social interactions, and cultural norms. Additionally, cognitive biases and fear of the unknown can contribute to the persistence of these negative behaviors.
Society can reinforce prejudice and stereotyping by promoting certain beliefs or attitudes about specific groups of people through media, education, and social interactions. These widespread beliefs can lead to discrimination and bias toward particular groups, perpetuating negative attitudes and behaviors. However, societal efforts to promote diversity, inclusion, and equality can help challenge and reduce prejudice and stereotyping over time.
Stereotyping involves assuming characteristics, behaviors, or traits about a group of people based on their perceived membership in that group. While stereotyping can be a component of racism, not all forms of stereotyping necessarily equate to racism. Racism involves prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against individuals or groups based on their race or perceived race.
Stereotyping can lead to unfair biases and prejudices against people based on their race, gender, religion, or other characteristics. It can also perpetuate negative stereotypes and contribute to discrimination and inequality. Stereotyping reduces individuality and can inhibit opportunities for personal growth and understanding.
The media often objectifies women by portraying them as sexual objects or using them in a demeaning manner for entertainment purposes. This can reinforce the idea that women are possessions or objects to be controlled or owned by men. Additionally, the overemphasis on women's physical appearance and sexuality in the media can perpetuate harmful stereotypes and contribute to gender inequality.
What is the "ROLE OF MEDIA IN EDUCATING PEOPLE"??
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when media is allowed to play its role unchecked they can easily show something out of the peoples league and that can have a negative impact on the public.
Zelda is a video game character.
YES
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To determine if stereotyping still exists or has changed from the past
YES.
it is a transmission media..
"The role of the media in poverty reduction?"
Computers are now-a-days play a major role in entertaining the people.