SOC 105 WEEK 5 - Social and Cultural Norms

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Assignment 1: Position Paper One – Social and Cultural Norms

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SOC105: Society and the Media

Professor Doar-Sinkfield

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Disclaimer: This is a sample. Use this as an example and create your own essay.

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Introduction

Mass media is not the primary decision-maker of family values. Americans have

traditional values that are not influenced by mass media given that agenda-setting theory states

media does not tell us to do, however as stated in the Taking Sides: Clashing Views in Media

and Society textbook, “the “agenda setting theory” of communication, which posits that media

do not tell us what to think, but rather, tell us what to think about, to studies of para-social

interactions (the relationship we form with people whom we see in media), and ideas of

resonance, which describes how we relate to the images we see in media.” (Alexander 3) This

premise allows families to differentiate between what is real and what is false on mass media,

thereby preventing mass media influences from infiltrating family values.

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families have the final say, guidance, and direction when it comes to setting standards and

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Conclusion

In conclusion, mass media plays an important role in society as it pertains to information

and awareness; however, it does not take the place of productive education from a teacher,

educator, or parent. In theory, agenda setting directs attention to issues of concern, but that is not

the solution, individuals must take the information received to review and disseminate wisely not

only to children but to those in the community in which they serve and live. Reality shows do

show the condition of American life, but it is not typical of American family values.

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Source Page

1. Alexander. 2019. Taking Sides: Clashing Views in Media and Society. 15th edition.

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