In his influential book Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man (1964), Marshall McLuhan argued that a medium itself is not simply an instrument/tool by which
In order to discuss these matters, a thoroughly analysis and explanation will be made to the poems œCaged bird, Equality, Phenomenal Women, and Still I Rise œ.
August 15, 2017In early 2010 we had major earthquakes in Haiti and Chile. The health consequences of these two major earthquakes are remarkably different from each other. Please briefly describe what the differences are in the health outcomes, and explain what you think are the causal relationships that are expected to lead to a better outcome in Chile than in Haiti. Where possible, cite relevant references.
August 15, 2017In his influential book Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man (1964), Marshall McLuhan argued that a medium itself is not simply an instrument/tool by which
In his influential book Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man (1964), Marshall McLuhan argued that a medium itself is not simply an instrument/tool by which we deliver specific œcontents. He argued, œthe medium is the message. To illustrate, he pointed out that the audience’s perception of the leadership qualities of Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy was not determined by the two presidential candidates’ messages. Instead, it was the medium (TV vs. radio) that shaped the audience’s understanding of the two candidates’ leadership qualities. In line with of McLuhan’s perspective, I invite you to examine the role modern computer technology has played in re-shaping the process or even the essence of teaching and learning. More specifically, please review the following video clip: McLuhan’s explanation of œthe medium is the message is available at: To learn more about Marshall McLuhan, please click the following link: In addition, click the following link to view The 1st Kennedy/Nixon Presidential Debate -http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6Xn4ipHiwE ””””””””””””””” Task: Based on the above lecture notes and your personal experience, compare and contrast the medium of TV and the Internet. Next, explain how computers and the Internet reshape our understanding and practice of œteaching and œlearning.
