MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY

ººººººººººº EVO 1 ººººººººººº 1.) Given the available media that we now have in the world, what are its roles and functions in a democratic society? Given the available media that we now have in the world, it has gained more functions and roles, especially in a democratic society. One function that media has always exhibited even in the early ages of history is communication. Though communication before was done through cave paintings and through telephones, now, social media provides us with a medium wherein we are able to communicate through messaging or chatting, calling, and video calling. It has given us the ability to talk with whoever we want at any time of the day. Thus, through this, exchange of information with others is faster and more efficient. Another significant role that media now plays is providing platforms where intellectual discourses or discussions can occur. The Philippines being a democratic country, many Filipinos use social media like Twitter, F

Figure 2. Media and Information Design Framework

MEDIA OR INFORMATION PROVIDER NUMBER OF HOURS IN A WEEK YouTube 12 Facebook 5 Torrent (Films) 15 Messenger 5 Viu (Korean Drama) 11 VLive 6 KissAnime 10 Instagram 7 Twitter 10 MangaHome 10 Google 7 Snapchat 4 figure 1. Weekly Interaction Log with Media and Information Providers               I spend the most time using Torrent, YouTube, and Viu (in order), because I like to watch series and films in my pastime. I use Torrent to download films and movies that have good reviews and pique my interest. I use YouTube to watch vloggers and youtubers and I also use it as a platform where I can tune in to my favorite cartoon series as of the moment, Miraculous Ladybug. Last