Democracy Concepts
Media in Indonesia
Critical Thinking on Media
Reflection on Media
Vocabularies
100

Name 3 roles of media in democracy.

  • Sebagai Penyampai Informasi
    Menyampaikan informasi tentang kebijakan, pemilu, hak-hak warga.

  • Sebagai Pengawas (Watchdog)
    Mengawasi tindakan pemerintah dan pejabat publik.

  • Sebagai Wadah Aspirasi Publik
    Media memungkinkan masyarakat menyuarakan opini.

  • Sebagai Sarana Pendidikan Politik
    Meningkatkan kesadaran dan partisipasi politik warga.

100

Was the news fair and balanced? Why?

Yes, the news was fair and balanced because it explained both the government's plan and included opinions from transportation experts and public feedback.

100

How does media influence elections?

  • Menentukan Fokus Isu (Agenda Setting)
    Media memilih isu apa yang diberitakan, sehingga mempengaruhi perhatian publik.

  • Pembingkaian Informasi (Framing)
    Cara media menyajikan berita bisa membentuk cara pandang publik terhadap calon.

  • Memberi Ruang Eksposur Lebih Besar
    Calon atau partai yang lebih sering muncul di media cenderung lebih dikenal dan dipilih.

  • Penyebaran Survei dan Polling
    Hasil survei yang ditayangkan media bisa mempengaruhi pemilih untuk ikut “tren” atau justru melawan arus.

  • Pengaruh Media Sosial
    Informasi, kampanye, bahkan hoaks bisa cepat tersebar dan membentuk persepsi publik, terutama pemilih baru.

100

In your opinion, do social media platforms play a positive or negative role in public discussions?

  • Positive role:
    Social media allows for wider access to information, diverse opinions, and quick sharing of news, which can encourage public engagement 

  • Negative role:
    However, social media can also spread misinformation, polarize opinions or others

100

POWER in Bahasa

KEKUASAAN

200

Why is press freedom important?

Kebebasan pers penting karena memungkinkan jurnalis memberitakan kebenaran, mengawasi pemerintah, dan memberi informasi kepada masyarakat.

200

Which media published it?

It was published by Kompas and CNN Indonesia.

200

Example of media influencing elections.

During elections, a TV station gives more coverage to one candidate, making people think that candidate is the best choice.

200

Is Indonesian media supporting democracy?

Yes, Indonesian media helps support democracy by informing people and giving different opinions a voice. But sometimes, media can be biased or influenced by politics, so we need to think critically.

200

HUMAN RIGHTS in Bahasa

HAM (Hak Asasi Manusia)

300

What is democracy according to Lincoln?

According to Abraham Lincoln, it is government of the people, by the people, and for the people.

300

What was a recent news story about?

The government launched a new program to improve public transportation in Jakarta, including adding more electric buses to reduce pollution.

300

Risks of misinformation/hoaxes?

Misinformation can cause distrust, conflict, and manipulation of voters.

300

What can a young citizen do to be a responsible media contributor and consumer? 

Fact-checking news, thinking critically, and creating positive media content are examples.

300

GENERAL EQUALITY in Bahasa

KESETARAAN UMUM

400

What are core principles of democracy?

Some principles include:

rule of law, protection of human rights, free and fair elections, and citizen participation.

400

Name a national and local media outlet.

An example is Kompas (national) and Jawa Pos (local).

400

How should citizens respond to misinformation?

  • Cek Fakta Sebelum Membagikan
    Gunakan sumber terpercaya seperti Kominfo, TurnBackHoax, CekFakta, atau media kredibel.

  • Jangan Langsung Percaya Judul Sensasional
     Banyak hoaks menggunakan judul mengejutkan untuk memancing emosi.

  • Diskusikan dan Klarifikasi
     Ajak diskusi sehat jika menemukan teman atau keluarga menyebarkan hoaks.

  • Gunakan Logika dan Nalar Kritis
    Tanyakan: “Masuk akal nggak sih?”, “Sumbernya dari mana?”, “Kenapa informasi ini muncul sekarang?”

  • Laporkan Konten Berbahaya
    Jika menemukan hoaks, laporkan ke platform (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp) atau situs resmi.

400

How to contribute responsibly to media?

Untuk berkontribusi secara bertanggung jawab pada media, kamu bisa membagikan informasi yang akurat, menghindari menyebarkan rumor/hoaks, dan menghormati pendapat orang lain.

400

GOVERNMENT in Bahasa

PEMERINTAH