HOW

COMMUNICATION
IS AFFECTED BY
MEDIA AND
INFORMATION
In 1970’s up to the early 1990s, communicating with family
members or friends who are in the province or overseas was
difficult as the modes of communication were inadequate.

In ancient Rome, exchange of information was relayed by a

horseback rider who delivers the letter or message to its
recipient.

In the past, people either send letters or visit a person so they

can talk face-to-face.

Nowadays, we can send messages and converse regardless of

distance in just a matter of seconds via E-MAIL or instant
messaging system.
A. SKYPE
B. FACETIME
15 YEARS AGO

TODAY
Some psychologists believe though that men’s ability
to communicate properly in the actual world is being
compromised.

People prefer to converse through e-mails or phone

calls rather than to meet in person.

According to psychologists, people might feel

uneasy interacting with others face-to-face as they
got used to socializing in the digital world.

HOW COMMUNICATION THROUGH

MODERN FORMS INFLUENCE A PERSON.
CREATORS OF
MEDIA AND
INFORMATION
 1. WRITERS and JOURNALISTS
-translate
relevant and meaningful information into
printed materials, such as books, newspapers and
magazines.

2. EDITORS
- Ensure that the manuscript o articles submitted
by the former are high in standard and are fit to
print.

3. DIRECTOR
-Also known as filmmakers, directors create movie
shows or programs, and plays that are seen on
theaters and television channels.
4. PERFORMERS
-portray the characters in movies, shows and
plays. Directors guide the performers so they
can deliver their portrayals effectively.

5. VISUAL ARTISTS
-express their ideas through their artworks.
Some artworks may convey a clear message
while others have abstract symbols to express
the deeper thought of the artist.
CHARACTERISTICS
OF A GOOD MEDIA
PRACTITIONER
1. TRUTHFULNESS – Media practitioners should convey a
message or information that is accurate, factual and truthful.
Erroneous or false information can harm the reputation of others
it may cause them danger.
2. FAIRNESS AND OBJECTIVITY- Media practitioners
should be objective and based on grounded evidence. If the
information is biased or opinionated, it will deceive the public of
the truth.
3. RESPONSIBILITY AND INTEGRITY- Media
practitioners are expected to show professionalism regardless of
the situation they are in. They should not compromise their
integrity by showing partiality or partisanship.
4. EMPATHY AND SYMPATHY-Media practitioners
should be sensitive to the needs of others. They should show
their respect to the privacy of others too.

5. HARDWORKING- The public depends on the

information media practitioners deliver that is why they are
expected to work hard in sourcing accurate information. They
should give their best effort for their work, writing an article,
making a film, or composing a song.