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WK XII – November 18, 2025
Episode 1 of “The Facebook Dilemma” scrutinizes how the social media platform Facebook developed from a college project to a widespread social media platform and studies how Mark Zuckerberg’s desire for growth opened up space for user vulnerability to fraud and data collection. Through interviews and never-before-seen footage, Episode 2 of “The Facebook Dilemma” publicizes Zuckerberg’s reaction to “fake news” and accusations regarding data leakages and user abuse. Facebook isn’t making us lonelyIs Facebook making us lonelyHow relevant are the contents of these videos today in light of how social media has evolved and changed? Please use some of your own experiences using Facebook and/or other social media sites.This three-page-long…
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Week II – September 8, 2025
Scholar, Professor, and Co-Director of MIT’s Comparative Media Studies, Henry Jenkins speaks about transmedia change and how civilians are taking control of the media and convergence culture. Henry Jenkins discusses his views on media convergence and how communication and everyday stories are showcased in modern-day media. Henry Jenkins continues the conversation about participatory culture and media technologies by using interactive discussions and examples. These videos have more in common than just the same educated speaker. Henry Jenkins speaks about the importance of participatory culture and how it is changing over time. Contemporary culture is promoting engagement where ideas can be expressed even from the safety of a teenager’s bedroom. Social media apps…
