Mass Media
Name 3 types of mass media
TV, newspaper, talk show, News, internet, social media, etc.
stage of development between childhood and adulthood. It spans over teenage years but usually goes from 12-23 so goes beyond just those 6 teen years.
Name me 3 kinds of fabric
Leather, Cotton, Denim, Wool, Silk, Polyester, etc.
What are some hobbies that you like to do (even if you don't have time right now)
Art, Reading, Sports, Gardening, etc.
Name 3 modes of Travel
Plane, Bus, Car, Train, Boat
What are 2 pros and 2 cons of social media as mass media.
2 pros- information goes out faster, can learn from a different perspective
2 cons- misinformation, addiction
What are 3 examples of struggles for young people.
Stress from school, eating disorders, mental disorders, drinking, unemployment, peer pressure, bullying.
Name me 3 categories of attire
Business, Athletic, Sleepwear, Streetwear/casual, Formal
What is leisure time?
Any free time when you do not have work or study. Time used for entertainment.
Explore, Visit Family, Work, School, Relax
What are 3 functions of mass media
Inform, Educate, Entertain, Advertise, Influence
What is a generation gap and give me an example.
Something that your age group understands but older generations most likely don't understand.
For example: everytime i facetime my dad he can't figure out how to flip the camera..and everytime i have to explain how to do it.
What are some pros and cons of school uniforms
Pro- helps with parents who have financial problems, students don't have to worry about what to wear
Cons- lack of creativity and expression from students
Name one popular hobby for these different age groups:
Young Children
Teenagers
Young Adults
Eldery People
Young children- drawing, playing dolls with friends, very simple and socially focused activities
Teenagers- Music, Television, Going out with friends (not much time for hobbies)
Young Adults- outdoor focused, hiking, (health and wellness is a big concern of this age group)
Elderly- gardening, knitting, calm activities, but lots of time since often retired
Name an American celebrity and tell me what they do and how you know of them
there's so many...
What is an example of a popular mass media outlet in slovakia? Explain which age demographic it targets and what type of media it is.
...I don't think it's popular but I use Slovak Spectator because they offer articles in English for me.
What are 2 changes that are occurring in your life during adolescence?
Socializing, Physical changes (puberty), Mental maturity, Financial independence, Independence from parents.
Name a fashion trend that is popular right now
...every girl weraing a leather jacket in slovakia LOL
Name me a "types" of hobbies:
For example- "indoor or outdoor" (you can't use this example)
Mental / Physical
Group / Individual
Traditional / Creative
What is the difference between an Idol and a Celebrity
an idol is someone you look up to (this can also be a celebrity status person but doesn't have to be)
a celebrity is someone famous or well known for something (you most likely don't know them personally)
How do we know if something is credible in mass media.
From a reputable source or multiple outlets report the same thing
How should our society better support young people.
I think our education system should better reflect practical skills (how to budget your paycheck, rent an apartment, healthy relationships, etc.)
Compare two trends from different eras
for example: in the 1970s it was all about the flowy hippie style which is very opposite to the 90s where most clothes were super tight and cropped
What are some pros and cons of a parent forcing their kid to have a hobby
Pro- socializing, builds skills such as teamwork and discipline
Cons- could lead to burn out, resentment towards the activity and parents
Unrealistic lifestyle and expectations, bad influence, disappointment, etc.