Sarah Gesner

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[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@livlovesj201 Since ads are so often tailored to people’s preferences and/or what they’ve already searched for, I don’t think it’s unfair that certain ads are shown to certain people. In other words, I think individuals are usually in control which ads they see. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@sophia_june118 I think perceived severity of the virus played a big role. An emphasis on just how much COVID has taken from our society, followed by an argument that the vaccine is the best short and long term fix, could have been more effective than just presenting vaccine facts. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

Prof. Christy noted the importance of the word “perception” in front of the 5 components of the Health Belief Model. How do you think the model would change if perception didn’t play such a key role? #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

In lecture, we discussed classical conditioning and behaviorism. How might a researcher’s target market be influenced by how a person/group has been conditioned? #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@ecwalsh5 This is such a good question! I think advertising is only manipulative if it presents the audience with false or misleading information. Otherwise, if facts are being used, it can be considered persuasion. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@kate_gehringer Prof. Wagner said in lecture that “under the peripheral route, emotional states have a stronger impact on persuasion,” and this resonated with me. My propensity to think and act in accordance with my emotions leads me to be more persuaded by the peripheral route. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@ReubenMitchel12 I think the way to teach skeptical knowing is by gradually introducing the questions that define the concept. E.g. if those w/ “radicalized” viewpoints are encouraged repeatedly to consider the validity of sources connected to a topic, they may do some reevaluating. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

Conservatives talk about liberal media bias more than liberals discuss conservative media bias. Since there are technically more airwaves spent on conservative media, what might be the way to equalize time spent on the media bias discussion? Would that be productive? #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@MarleyGarfield I think journalists are entirely capable of grasping community concerns. Despite the fact that journalists are fairly politically moderate, it is difficult to engage in civic journalism when their coverage is expected to align with that of mainstream sources. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@rothman_ruby @elliemilius1 I think the 1st amendment should protect private institutions so the line regarding what is considered hate speech is not blurred. That being said, I think private institutions should allow and encourage students to speak their minds without unreasonable consequence. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@RuzickaTheo I don’t think this would strip away any uniqueness from each platform. However, a set of laws that pertain only to social media platforms may go over poorly with the public — even citizens who are not broadcasting radical speech may feel frustrated and restricted. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

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[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

In discussion #305, we debated the efficacy of state-sponsored versus privately owned media. How might this relate to today’s lecture concept regarding the importance of building trust in journalism and covering issues that matter to people? #J201

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@prevolinski36 Curran stresses the importance of both partisan and nonpartisan representation in the media, so I think he would displeased with the rise in party press. He would likely argue that it does not provide the necessary foundation for positive change in our democracy. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@clairebradleyyy I think the organization itself — in this case, The Washington Post — will have the most trouble with this. Though TikTok might help them garner more attention from young people, I think it also tarnishes their credibility as it relates to actual news stories. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

Curran indicates that a strong media system should encompass both partisan and adversarial viewpoints. He warns, however, that the inclusion of both perspectives could perpetuate lies. How can journalists include both stances and maintain a reliable media system? #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@amanykay I think divides within journalism could definitely be atleast somewhat healed with ethnography. Allowing people to read and hear about issues from a humanistic perspective might trigger them to be more empathic towards opposite party members. #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

To combat elite framing in protest coverage, McLeod recommends that journalists listen to protesters and give them a voice outside of protests themselves. Do you think if journalists do this consistently it could really shift protests narratives? Why or why not? #UWJ201 #305

[Sarah Gesner @sarah_gesner]

@MaiaGiles5 I think it’s guided by a combination of both. Journalists want to prove their objectivity, but this is prompted by what they believe is their audience’s preference. Reading 3 points to the incorporation of thematic framing as a key way to solve this issue. #UWJ201 #305