Category Archives: Readings

Media Ecology and McCluhan

Here is one Media Trope contributor‘s take on McCluhan from the (often biological) perspective of media ecology. In the interest of time (and other reading needs), here are a few tasty excerpts to pique interest: McCluhan’s Theories and Art: “Artists have … Continue reading

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China and the Dictator’s Dilemma

Here is a recent Reuters article following up on Clinton’s comments concerning US foreign policy in the online age and given recent protests. The original Clinton speech is available here. Minute 32 is where she starts to address China directly. … Continue reading

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Social Media and Protest Movements – the Debate

Here is a collection of articles taking differing sides of this debate. The main discussion took place in The New Yorker and Foreign Affairs recently. However, I’ve added some peripheral readings to supplement. So as not to overload reading, my … Continue reading

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Social Media in China

Originally post: “The Facebooks of China” at Fast Company China’s fake Facebooks started as mere copycats but now drive innovation in advertising and gaming. They’ve also built something unique in their country: a place where people can find love, speak … Continue reading

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