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The essay will explore the ethnic and national minorities and media services for the minorities. In the essay, please reflect on the issues discussed in the class, but also compare these (e.g. the question of definition, political and legal definition) with situation of minorities in Australia – Aboriginals – and other minorities. The essay should be about 2500 – 3000, it should include bibliography and references.

EXTRA NOTES AND TOPICS TO EXPLORE:

Define the concept of the ‘public sphere’. How does it materialize in regards to Aboriginals?

According to Jurgen Habermas, the public sphere is a societal space where the exchange of information and views of common concerns take place so public opinion can be formed. The public sphere is open to everyone – examples include universities, online forums, digital media and online communication medias of any kind.

Describe the concept of minority democracy and media decadence in the age of communicative abundance, especially in regards to the Aboriginal society and culture.

How are Aboriginals represented in global, trans-national and geo-cultural flows?

GLOBAL: Dominant media flows

TRANSNATIONAL: Both private and state-sponsored flows (i.e Bollywood)

GEO-CULTURAL: Caters to specific cultural linguistic audiences

How is the Aboriginal society presented in cross-cultural communication?

Cross-cultural communication involves the comparison of communication across cultures (Gudykunst and Mody). Issues included are dimensions of cultural variables, influence of communication on the creation of shared identities, and non-verbal communication across cultures.

Describe the role of cultural values in the patterns of Aboriginal cultures in their connection to the media.

How is the Aboriginal Society presented in the media in regards to stereotype and prejudice?

Explain acculturation, assimilation, cultural adaptation in regards to the Aboriginal culture

How are Aboriginals ethnic and national minorities?

What are features of ethnic minority media?