Manipulative Media The advancement of digital technology has revolutionalize the use of information in various ways that does necessarily serve truth and the common good. Compared to traditional print media which were oftentimes regarded to as gospel truth of the day, the onslaught of social media has created its own monster in what is now commonly referred to as FAKE NEWS. In the past, news was news. Once it is published by a newspaper, people will normally believe it to be credible since it has already passed the rigors and discipline of editing and journalistic discipline. There was hardly any distinction at that time whether such NEWS is genuine or a fake With the evolution of social media where news can be accessed by an individual 24/7, news is no longer the exclusive domain of reputable news agencies and professional journalists. Practically anybody who can write and who has access to social media can create his ow...
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Virtual reality is a current trend in the digital world. It is a computer-generated experience where a person can interact within a simulated environment. It create s a three-dimensional image that is either similar to reality or fantastical. Moreover, it incorporates the user’s sensory feedback inside the experience. As of today, virtual reality is used in gaming and 3D cinema. People are fond of the technology because it creates a surrealism sensation when interacting with an artificial world. This technology will influence the future trend of Media and Information Literacy because it is immersive and innovative. Virtual reality immerses the generation to appreciate phenomenalism and creativity. Through this technology, dreams and imaginations become possible because of three-dimensional generated images. More importantly, a person can experience it as well. On the other hand, virtual reality also influences innovation. By using this technology people can have a clear idea on h...