Framing Week 1

Whenever I opened our book and seriously thought about what I was getting ready to read, I thought, theory??? But after reading the first chapter, it really sparked my interest. I have never really taken a theory class before; however, I think I have always linked theory, research, and knowledge together.

1. The book stated that theory is answering questions that offer explanations or predictions about how some aspect of the world works. I don’t think that I ever really thought theory related to anything in interactive media. For example, what are some examples of how interactive media and theory go together? What do people in the interactive media field theorize about? The book touched on this subject a little; however, I am still a little confused as to how many topics within the field can actually be questioned.

2. The book mentioned the media as it pertains to the news and how communication and theory affects news outlets. How can we, as US citizens, make sure that the ideas we are receiving from the media are correct and not just theorized ideas the directors came up with?

3. There are many different ways that we can get information. I think that being in the interactive media field opens us up to a whole new line of communication. New information is always being thrown at us from every angle. What can we do to make sure that we communicate effectively through the different mediums as well?

Tags: communication, framing, theory