I have been intent on having you consult the Course Content instructions for each Discussion Post, but it does seem advisable to include the pointer with which those instructions end.   By the way, this assignment is also due before midnight on Wednesday.  

      In the first paragraph of your discussion post explain which textbook article on violence in media represents your position and which elements of your own personal context have influenced your choice. In other words, identify the important dimensions in forming your own opinion on whether or not violent media are harmful.

4. In the second paragraph decide which textbook article represents the position opposite of yours. 

• Review the PowerPoint presentation this time paying close attention to the descriptions of "imaginary friends" (Marla, Juan, and so on).
• Infer which of the five "friends"  would find this article most convincing, that is which of the five "friends" could be your likely opponent.
• Explain how you came up with your inference – which details in the personal context of the "friend" seemed most important and why.

There are no wrong answers; the purpose of the assignment is to show that you understand how personal context might influence opinions.  

Due: Wednesday, Week 1