TRACING THE HISTORY OF NEW MEDIA IN MEDIA INFORMATION AND LITERACY

INTRODUCTION The history of new media traces the remarkable transformation of human communication from traditional, one-way methods to the interactive, digital, and global platforms we use today. Traditional media, such as newspapers, radio, and television, allowed information to flow in a single direction, with audiences mostly acting as passive consumers. The emergence of digital technologies like computers, the internet, and mobile devices revolutionized communication, giving rise to email systems, online forums, blogs, and early websites. Over time, these platforms evolved into social media networks, multimedia platforms, live streaming services, and mobile apps, where information can be shared instantly and people can actively participate in the creation, dissemination, and discussion of content. This evolution has fundamentally changed the way individuals consume, interpret, and engage with information, making Media and Information Literacy (MIL) a crucial skill. MIL ...