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Write two reflection response in media at least 100~150 words.

Respond to AT LEAST two other students' original responses thoughtfully and thoroughly in a manner that invites an extension of the conversation by deadline. In other words, "I totally agree with you." is NOT a sufficient response. Each peer response should be at least 5 - 6 sentences, or a paragraph in length, and may be longer.

Classmate's answer A

1. Come up with several television shows that serve as examples of "quality" programs and "trashy" programs. What characteristics determine their quality (plots, subject matter, themes, characters...)?

I believe that shows such as those on HGTV, the Food Network, as well as National Geographic and the History channel are television shows that contain substance. Sitcoms such as friends, the office, and How I met your mother are programs with quality. On the other hand, Channels such as MTV, E, and Bravo are networks that contain shows that are not of substance. Television shows such as, the Kardashians and the Bachelor are shows that are trashy.

2.Is there anything you can think of that is "universally trashy"? Or universally in good taste?

Personally, I believe most reality TV shows can be considered trashy. Although they can be addicting they contain absolutely no substance to them. Most shows on Disney Channel as well as on Nickelodeon contain no substance to them and instead are simply there for pure entertainment. I believe reality TV shows can be considered universally trashy and intellectual shows such as episodes on The Food Network and the History channel can be considered Universally good taste.

3.On the whole, are Americans seen as having good taste? Why or why not? Is there a country/culture that always seems tasteful in its cultural products?

I have noticed that whenever my family from Europe comes to visit they comment on how Americans seem to portray themselves as grimmie and uneducated. It definitely depends on where in America they are talking about. Generally, I have noticed that in Europe or in other countries outside of America people want to seem more intelligent and put together.

4.Which model (Culture as Skyscraper or Culture as Map) makes more sense to you and why?

Personally culture as a skyscraper makes more sense to me than culture as a map because the outline of the skyscraper is a lot more visually appealing and differentiates between the more intellectual parts of media and the less so. The higher up on the skyscraper indicates the more sophisticated of the media whereas the lower down the less sophisticated it gets. On the other hand the map shows how all types of media connect although this may be accurate the way the map is depicted is confusing to me.

My reply to a friend discussion :

Classmate's answer B :

There are many shows that portray positive and intellectual messages. They consist of; Sesame Street and Jeopardy. Both these shows stimulate the brain and cause you to think. Sesame Street teaches young kids morals and values that should be followed in our society. To keep the children interested in the show almost all the characters in this show are puppets or animated. Jeopardy is a trivia show that covers areas from history to modern day sports. Anybody can try out and get on the show as a contestant to compete.

On the other hand there are several shows that may be perceived as "trashy". Some shows that are considered in that category would be Keeping Up With The Kardashians and Jersey Shore. Both these shows may be considered unethical because of the constant display of nudity, profanity, and drugs/alcohal. Since these are reality shows people may interpret these acts as common and acceptable when they clearly acting immoral.

I believe The Food Network would be considered universally accepted because this channel is only focused on cooking shows. All of the shows include the same basic elements of teaching the viewers how to cook and prepare a meal. There is no negative aspects such as profanity inaprpoate behavior in these types of shows.

From what I have come across Americans are seen as materialistic and selfish. Because of this the people they tend to surround themselves with people that would benefit them in society rather than people they would typically enjoy being with. This can be seen in several scenarios including school. In school everyone is trying to fit in, so they are willing to change themselves in order to be part of something and accepted.

Culture as a skyscraper is defined as different cultures that are viewed as a hierarchy, where the more superior societies are at the top while the "lesser societies are towards the bottom. This makes more sense to me rather than as a map because I don't believe that all cultures are viewed as if they were on the same page. Many look down onto other cultures because of there different ideals and principles.

My reply to a friend discussion :

Write two reflection response in media at least 100~150 words.

please reply to at least two of our classmates' posts with thoughtful feedback and comments.

Classmate's answer A

1) When do you use e-mail?

Due to my job, I use my email every day for work during the week. On the weekend since those are my days off I don't tend to open my email. My email is connected to my phone so I get notification whenever anything is sent to me.

2) Has it changed your phone/interpersonal communication habits?

It has changed my interpersonal communication habits within my coworkers. We no other than speaking and meeting up to set up an idea we just email one another. I believe that its change my me no longer speaking out or expressing myself word of mouth but, by having me type everything up now.

3) When do you feel obligated to respond to someone? When is it a burden? A convenience?

I feel the obligation to respond to someone if it deals with something that may have a deadline. It's a burden when its and email sent to me and others that may not have nothing to do with me but, I must read it until the end to find that out. It's also a burden when someone sends out the same email more than once with nothing new on the email. It's a convenience when its sent to me earl in the morning when my day is just beginning.

4) What can you say over e-mail that you wouldn't say in person? Where's the dividing line?

What I can say on email but not in person is "Sincerely" or "Thank you for all your support." I can also be more straight forward with things over email because most people I've noticed react better. The dividing line will be for me business and professional emails.

5) What sort of email etiquette are you aware of, especially when addressing your instructors?

Email etiquette that I've learned of is always greet the person in email. As well as always having a positive closing with your name. I've also learned to be very detailed and to the point. I'm still learning about proper etiquette as I go.

My reply to a friend discussion :

Classmate's answer B :

1) When do you use e-mail?

Personally, I use email to check any updates on canvas or to communicate with my professors. Since entering college, I have been using my email much more often. It helps me keep in touch with my classmates, my teachers, and it even helps me keep up with all the updates for the classes I am taking. An example would be is if there is a change on a date of a test, or a due date on an assignment, my professors would email the class and everyone would be notified.

2) Has it changed your phone/interpersonal communication habits?

I personally believe emails have changed my phone/interpersonal habits because I am constantly on my phone checking my emails. I check my emails all the time to make sure a class on campus is not canceled, or if any classes I am on the waitlist for have opened up, or even to see if any of my professors have entered a grade for the class I am taking. It takes a lot of time away from my day.

3) When do you feel obligated to respond to someone? When is it a burden? A convenience?

I feel obligated to reply to my professor or my classmates when they reach out for help. If my professor asks a question, such as "when do you guys feel like we should take the test?", that is when I would reply. Or, when a classmate was absent from school and needs the notes, that is when I would reply.

4) What can you say over e-mail that you wouldn't say in person? Where's the dividing line?

I feel like there is nothing one can say in an email that they can not say in person. There is no reason to be afraid to ask the same questions in person then over email,

5) What sort of email etiquette are you aware of, especially when addressing your instructors?

When e-mailing my professors, I make sure not to use slang such as "lol", or "u" instead of "you". I try to make sure all my spelling and grammar is correct. I try to make sure my e-mails makes sense because I am not there with the professor to clarify the questions they may have when reading my e-mail.

My reply to a friend discussion :