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Unit 2 Reflection

  For this piece, my intended audience consisted of media scholars, journalists, and individuals interested in the intersection of technology and public discourse. Specifically, I would be targeting college students, in particular those who study at Newhouse or at Maxwell, as their respective fields of communications and policy studies may benefit from this research. Given the complexity of algorithmic influence within journalism, I tried to balance accessibility with depth. I made deliberate rhetorical choices to ensure that the writing remained engaging, yet intellectually rigorous. For example, in the opening paragraph, I emphasized the significance of algorithms in shaping public narratives by saying that ‘as gatekeepers of information, algorithms can help curate personalized news feeds—but this often leads to the creation of echo chambers that reinforce existing beliefs and limit exposure to diverse viewpoints’. This framing established a critical (but measured tone), which I ...

Unit 2 Portfolio

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What role do algorithms play in shaping public narratives (in journalism)? W ithin our contemporary media landscape, algorithms have become immensely pivotal in shaping public narratives. These complex computational processes are able to determine the selection, prioritization, and dissemination of news content, which in turn significantly influences public perception and discourse. As gatekeepers of information, algorithms can help curate personalized news feeds—but this often leads to the creation of echo chambers that reinforce existing beliefs and limit exposure to diverse viewpoints. This phenomenon raises critical questions about the role of technology in democracy and the free flow of information. The integration of artificial intelligence in journalism has transformed traditional newsrooms, automating tasks such as data analysis, content generation, and audience engagement. AI-driven algorithms are able to analyze vast datasets to identify patterns and trends, enabling journali...

Unit 2 Draft

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What role do algorithms play in shaping public narratives in journalism? Within our contemporary media landscape, algorithms have become immensely pivotal in shaping public narratives. These complex computational processes are able to determine the selection, prioritization, and dissemination of news content, which in turn significantly influences public perception and discourse. As gatekeepers of information, algorithms can help curate personalized news feeds—but this often leads to the creation of echo chambers that reinforce existing beliefs and limit exposure to diverse viewpoints. This phenomenon raises critical questions about the role of technology in democracy and the free flow of information. The integration of artificial intelligence in journalism has transformed traditional newsrooms, automating tasks such as data analysis, content generation, and audience engagement. AI-driven algorithms are able to analyze vast datasets to identify patterns and trends, enabling journalists...

Unit 2 Library

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Chosen Book:  Archigram. Cook, Peter, 1936- ed.; Archigram (Group), 1972. Available at King & King Architecture Library, Slocum Hall. My relationship with the library has existed for nearly two decades now. I recall entering the glass doors of the middle school reading center on the second floor of my school at age 8, and immediately encountering a slightly terrifying mural of a green dragon plastered across the walls and ceiling. When I first began walking through that space, I frequently made a beeline to the shelf where I knew the Rainbow Magic series was located, and proceeded to read four of the books within the hour I was there. When I turned 9, I thought myself too mature for these childish fairy stories, instead opting to delve into Enid Blyton's all-girl boarding school series 'Mallory Towers', where I would imagine myself getting into various kinds of mischief in a cold, stone castle located in the English countryside. I soon transitioned to reading Harry Pott...