Current political events in English speaking countries

Week 2: Political polarization and the role of the media in modern society - 13. 10. 2020

https://www.ted.com/talks/damon_brown_how_to_choose_your_news#t-941

How has media changed compared to the past?

What suggestions does the speaker make for being good media consumers?


https://www.ted.com/talks/eli_pariser_beware_online_filter_bubbles

What is a "filter bubble"?

Who were the traditional "gatekeepers" and what has taken their place?

What problems does this phenomenon cause for modern society?


https://www.ted.com/talks/robb_willer_how_to_have_better_political_conversations

According to the video, why are liberals and conservatives so divided?

How can we have better political conversations?

Do you see a similar phenomenon in your country?


https://www.ted.com/talks/cathy_o_neil_the_era_of_blind_faith_in_big_data_must_end 


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