Skills to Acquire

  • I am able to distinguish traditional media from new media
  • I understand how social media is transforming the media landscape
  • I have grasped the risks and opportunities of “citizen journalism” and the use of the internet by young people
  • I am aware of the influence of algorithms on the way we navigate the internet
  • I understand how “filter bubbles” work and I know how to adopt browsing habits to counter them

Learner Evaluation Questionnaire

Q1: Among traditional media, we find:

  • A: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok
  • B: Television
  • C: Twitter
  • D: Radio

Q2: Social networks differ from traditional media by:

  • A: The collaborative logic that defines them
  • B: The seriousness and professionalism of their users
  • C: The interactive nature of their functioning
  • D: Their ability to disseminate quality information to the widest audience

Q3: The concept of “citizen journalism” refers to:

  • A: A practice that turns every social media user into a potential producer of information
  • B: The responsibility always demonstrated by social media users in all circumstances
  • C: The importance of training journalists in the notions of freedom of expression and freedom of the press
  • D: Journalism training provided to every social media user

Q4: Web giants use algorithms to:

  • A: Suggest the most suitable content for each user
  • B: Count the number of clicks, likes, and purchases made by users
  • C: Verify the information circulating on social networks
  • D: Influence user behavior for commercial purposes

Q5: When a user is in a “filter bubble” this means:

  • A: They have access to many filters to improve their photos and videos
  • B: They only consult sites containing “fake news”
  • C: They only have access to one type of information because of algorithms set up by web giants
  • D: They spend too much time on the internet

Q6: The initial promise of the internet was to:

  • A: Offer users access to personalized content
  • B: Promote the empowerment and freedom of its users
  • C: Allow internet users to access new consumer products through advertisements
  • D: Isolate users and test their critical thinking

Answer Key

  • Q1: B, D
  • Q2: A, C
  • Q3: A
  • Q4: A, D
  • Q5: C
  • Q6: B