In my StoryMap, I chose to take a closer look at the keyword gaze. I began with providing a definition of my keyword and then went deeper into the context of the two types. Those types being the female and male gaze. I was able to provide what aspects cause both gazes to differ. From there, the StoryMap continues to look… Read more »
As mentioned in the reading, surveillance has “a string of related associations—monitoring, tracking, observing, examining, regulating, controlling, gathering data, and invading privacy.” (186) Ultimately, it means to watch over something. More recently, a new era of surveillance equipment has been introduced through technological advancements. Security cameras, drones, and hidden microphones all aid in this process. Moreover, an array of social… Read more »
In media, women tend to depicted as objects. Their look is made available for the “gaze of spectators who are coded as white heterosexual men.” (75) Over the years, the formation of the “male gaze” throughout different films and shows has become a controversial topic of discussion. Why is it so prominent in the media industry? The answer can be… Read more »
As explained in the reading, flow can be regarded as “the impulse to go on watching.” (74) Flow has the ability to create a network of connections across multiple different media sources. As we continuously discussed in class, identity can be mapped as node with flow happening through it. Notifications, text messages, account data, and gifs all act as examples… Read more »
As stated in the reading, assemblage helps “theorize the arrangement and organization of a variety of heterogeneous elements.” It aids in creating the idea that media is an arrangement of humans and nonhumans. As we discussed in class, when dealing with several examples of media sources including TikTok, Twitter, podcasts, websites, etc. you can break these sources into multiple parts… Read more »
As described in our class discussion, on their own, both humans and technology don’t have enough autonomy to make meaningful change on her own. Agency is created through the action of humans and technology working together. For example, both groups are brought together once a statement is typed into google and the ENTER button is pushed. Agency can be found… Read more »
As shown in the reading, infrastructure can described as a “collective term for the subordinate parts of an undertaking, substructure, or foundation” that has continued to evolve as technology reaches new advancements. In relation to media, the foundation of multiple social media websites or apps includes its infrastructure. In order for social media apps to remain up and running and… Read more »
In everyday life, networks are occurring all around us. For example, websites such as LinkedIn connect ready-to-work employees with their future bosses or employers. However, in recent times, I feel as though social media has became a very prevalent networking source as well. Social media can be described as people in relation to one another mediated through network technology. Apps… Read more »
As technology has continued to advance and expand its location, data collection had dramatically increased as well. For many companies, whether customers are aware or not, data is consistently being taken in order for them to strengthen their products appeal and hopefully interest as many people as possible. For example, social media apps such as Instagram and TikTok take into… Read more »
The Gamelan Çudamani performance combined the music of uniquely crafted Balinese instruments along with the act of dance to tell several stories surrounding various aspects of nature. For me, this was the first time I was able to witness a performance familiar to this—and I’m glad I did! It began with a composition being played by the group. The instruments… Read more »