Content in the New Media Environment: The Interaction of Medium and Message

Yıl 2024, Cilt: 11 Sayı: 1, 117 - 124

Sabina Izzatli

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This article examines the intricate relationship between content and medium in the new media environment, emphasizing the transformative impact of digital technologies on communication practices. The rapid evolution from traditional media to digital platforms has fundamentally altered how content is produced, disseminated, and consumed. Utilizing Marshall McLuhan’s assertion that "the medium is the message," the study investigates how diverse mediums such as social media, video-sharing sites, and digital texts shape the interpretation and reception of content. Through a mixed-methods approach, this research combines a theoretical analysis with an original survey of media and content consumers, aiming to capture how ordinary users perceive the relationship between media platforms and message influence. Survey results offer a practical view into audience attitudes, revealing insights on user engagement, participatory culture, and the shift from passive content consumption to active participation in content creation and distribution. By analyzing cultural context and the dynamics of user-generated content, this research demonstrates how the interplay between medium and message impacts audience perceptions and reshapes the media landscape. Understanding this interaction is crucial for navigating the complexities of contemporary information flows and informing future media practices and strategies. This article contributes to media studies discourse, providing insights into the evolving nature of content in the digital age.

Anahtar Kelimeler

new media, content, medium, communication, user engagement, participatory culture, information technology, social media, audience interaction, media studies

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