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Satellites and the Internet have made mass media truly global. The Earth has become a global village. But not all countries use mass media in the same ways. Moreover, many people around the world resent the "Americanization" of their indigenous media systems. After studying this chapter you should
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| 1. be familiar with the development of global media. |
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| 2. be familiar with the practice of comparative analysis. |
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| 3. be familiar with different media systems from around the world. |
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| 4. be aware of the debate surrounding the New World Information Order and other controversies raised by the globalization of media. |
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| 5. understand the global nature of the media literacy movement and be familiar with other countries' efforts to improve their citizens' ability to engage the media. |