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NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA
UNIVERSITY VILLAGE, PLOT 91, CASDASTRAL ZONE, NNAMDI AZIKIWE EXPRESS WAY, JABI, ABUJA.
FACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013 EXAMINATION
JLS 813: MEDIA AND SOCIETY
DATE: Wednesday 30th January
INSTRUCTION: Answer any four questions. All questions carry equal marks
Time allowed: 3 Hrs
- Mention and explain the three traditional functions of the mass media and two other important functions. Explain, with cogent reasons, why the mass media are very essential in a modern society like Nigeria.
- Discuss the four normative theories of the press and how relevant they are to the societies where they operate.
2 b. How does a theory differ from an assumption? Why do universities teach/study theory?
- Trace the evolution of the Nigerian mass media from 1800 to the present day. Which of the eras would you consider most beneficial to media practice and why?
- Define the term communication and explain briefly the following:
- Non-verbal communication
- Process of Communication
- Media Dependency and Media Imperialism
- a. What is globalization?
b. Are the media in your country immune from globalization? Explain your answer.
- a Explain three theories of media effect known to you. Do you agree that the media exert serious influence on the audience? Justify your answer.
b. Mention and explain four social effects of the media with local examples from your country.
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