[0:01]Hello everybody. In this video, we will be discussing mass media, its advantages and its disadvantages. Today, some of the most common forms of mass media are the radio, internet, newspaper, and television.
[0:22]So just as with everything that we use, mass media also has its advantages and its disadvantages.
[0:33]Let's start with the advantages. Number one, it helps us learn new things. So whether you're looking for the best pizza recipe or you're looking to understand a math lesson that you didn't understand at school, mass media gives you resources to learn new things. Number two, mass media helps us spread news and information quickly and easily. So if you heard on TV that there was a big storm coming, you could share with your friends information about whether or not there will be school the next day. Number three, it helps people around the world understand each other and accept their differences. So without leaving your home, you can learn about other countries, their culture, their food and their music through different forms of mass media. Now, let's talk about the disadvantages. Number one, it can spread false information about people and events, which can be extremely dangerous, especially if you think of cyber bullying and other people spreading rumors about each other, which can really hurt other people. Number two, it distracts you from studying, working, and spending time with your family. So instead of focusing on school work or talking to the people at your dinner table or the people at work, many people just stare into their phones all day playing games and reading the news. So what does all this mean? Should we stop using mass media altogether? Of course not. I mean, you couldn't do that if you wanted to. The answer is to be smart. Don't believe everything you see or hear on mass media. Also, be safe. Do not share personal information over mass media.
