most people behave in ways that are nearly alike
Mass Culture
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Popular Culture is the collection of memes or ideas which are popular. Popular Culture is well-liked and creates the prevailing culture.
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Michael R. Real has written: 'Super media' -- subject(s): Mass media, Popular culture 'Mass-mediated culture' -- subject(s): Case studies, History, Mass media, Moral and ethical aspects of Mass media, Popular culture, Social aspects of Mass media
The rise of industrialization, urbanization, and mass media were major factors in the development of mass culture. Increased leisure time, improved transportation, and advances in communication technologies also played key roles in shaping mass culture. Furthermore, the expansion of consumer culture and the standardization of products contributed to the homogenization of cultural tastes and practices.
MacDonald argues that the audience for mass culture is largely passive. He suggests that mass culture tends to manipulate viewers, leading them to accept and internalize content without critical engagement. This passivity is a result of the repetitive and formulaic nature of mass-produced media, which discourages active participation and critical thought. Overall, he views mass culture as diminishing the audience's ability to engage meaningfully with the content.
The expansion of mass leisure and mass culture can be largely attributed to the Roaring Twenties and World War I.
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Mass media plays a significant role in the diffusion of culture by sharing information, ideas, and values to a large audience. Through various platforms like TV, radio, and social media, mass media can promote cultural diversity, facilitate cross-cultural communication, and shape societal norms and practices. It has the power to both preserve and challenge cultural traditions.
It is arguable that global mass media is resulting in the eroding of traditional Chinese culture. This is because of the spread of western media.
Confluent means running together or blended into one. Confluent culture means that two or more cultures are blended into one culture.