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Language and Listening Assignment

All of us are subject to powerful influences on our thinking, influences that we are often unaware of. For example, advertisers spend billions of dollars to manipulate our thinking in ways that are complex and subtle (Chaffee, 2004). In this manipulation, not only is imagery a component of persuading us to be attracted to a commercial and product, but also the use of language. When we listen and focus on these messages, sometimes we can pick out the language used. However, many times we do not realize how the language affects us (such as subliminal messages). Language is very powerful, and when used correctly, control can come your way!

For this assignment, you will use your listening skills to determine particular elements of television commercials, specifically language and imagery that influence our thinking.

Instructions:
Watch three commercials on TV. If you do not watch TV, you can use YouTube. You may do this assignment with others (friends, family, significant others, etc.) to discuss the techniques each advertiser is using to shape your thinking. However, you may not collaborate with another classmate and have the same info and answers. Each student will submit a separate assignment.

Here is what you will do:

Question 1. Describe each commercial and the intent. Explain the message and the language used then analyze how each of the elements in the commercial - images, music, and most importantly language - affects an audience.

Question 2. Pay particular attention, and listen closely, to the symbolic associations of various images and words (what do they symbolize/what is the meaning), and identify the powerful emotions that these associations elicit. What emotion is used? Think of what is said. If there is no speaking, are there words on the screen? Did they fit with the commercial and create the tone? Was the language use effective?

Question 3. Are the commercials effective and what makes them effective? What influential roles do these commercials play in our culture as a whole (what do the do)?

For instance, think about how the impact of Nike commercials extends far beyond merely selling athletic shoes and sportswear to creating idealized images that people strive to emulate (Chaffee, 2004). Such as in the 1990's with "I want to be like Mike!" and "Just do it!". Today: "I'mlovin' it!", "Like a good neighbor."

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