Week 2 Discussion Questions

Answer the below two questions SEPERATELY 

BOTH questions need references

Topic 2 DQ 1

Select an Internet or magazine advertisement. Determine the likely audience. Describe how microcultures are reflected within the advertisement. What impact might this advertisement have on the audience? How might the audience’s attitudes concerning microcultures be influenced by this advertisement? 

Topic 2 DQ 2

Find one example of a video game and familiarize yourself with the themes and cultural representations within the game. How does this game contribute to the use and acceptance of hate speech, stereotyping, or discrimination in online gaming?  Do you think this type of media influences or perpetuates stereotypes?