(2) Discussions for Mass Communication

In the journal activities for this course, you will be asked to view media that relates to the course content, but explores the bigger picture of the impact the media has on culture. Prepare and enter a 250 – 500 word personal journal reflection to the topic.

Journal Topic - Digital Photo Manipulations And Body Image

Watch this short video on digital photo manipulation:

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And also this video on The Dove Campaign for Real Beauty:

https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/index.php/extwidget/preview/partner_id/1700302/uiconf_id/32654372/entry_id/0_6lglr7t9/embed/dynamic

Do you think it is possible that long-term exposure to altered images in the media can have a negative effect on how children, adolescents and adults view themselves?

Click on the "Week One Journal Assignment" link above to submit your assignment, as well to get more information regarding the due date and grading rubric.