Description:
Last week we discussed the ways in which we define social problems and how our current values and beliefs affect our definitions. This week, think about the impact of mass media and the way we receive our news.
If your source of information suddenly disappeared, where would you go for current events?
- What is the role of media in:
- a) our awareness of social problems,
- b) public policy,
- c) politics,
- d) service delivery?
- Do you think definitions of social problems will change as societal sources of information change? If so, in what ways?
- How will these changes impact service delivery to individuals, groups, and/or communities?