[SOLVED] Mass Media and Socialization
For this assignment, analyze the effects of mass media on the development and socialization of children and young adults. Specifically, analyze and comment on the role of the Disney corporation in this field. How do you feel Disney, its films and its characters, influence the development and socialization of young children? Do they reflect an outdated social consciousness? Consider different aspects of social development, such as gender consciousness, racial consciousness, role models, “moral” storytelling and how to preserve, define, interpret and possibly re-imagine culturally significant artworks – like Disney’s films. Make sure your analytic essay has a central focus and thesis, and that you support your analysis with specific examples and relevant citations. While you should focus on Disney, (its films and its role), you may want to contrast their films with newer ones from other animation companies such as Dreamworks.
