High School
IN THIS LESSON
How media systems work, the forces that shape them, and their impact on the public.
This week’s lesson introduces students to what mass media is, how it surrounds them daily, how it shapes public opinion, and why understanding media systems is essential for deeper news literacy.
This lesson walks students through five key questions:
What is mass media?
What are the purposes of mass media?
What is the influence of mass media?
Who pays for mass media?
What are the benefits and risks of mass media?
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