Media Autobiography

Communication is a connection that we use to deliver messages, which allow us to better understand culture, language, art, technology and entertainment. These forms of communications are what inspire and create types of media that are displayed today. I have always been exposed to different media types, but I found that I enjoy books, newspapers, Internet and audio the most. I have always had a passion for reading. Books are an older form of media, which I believe deliver strong messages to readers, although in today’s generation; books are not as popular. Every night before I go to bed, I find myself reading all types of newspaper articles on the Internet. When reading these articles, I become aware of national and local news and my personal favorite; celebrity news. While reading an article, sometimes I easily become side tracked and start researching of topic, about someone or something, I have just discovered in the article. I can easily notice how books, newspapers and the Internet are connected and used in today’s media. Another type of media, I have developed a relationship with early in my life is audio. Music has always acted as a form of relaxation, both mentally and physically. I was originally introduced to music from my dad, and throughout my life I have become interested in different types of music. I have noticed that the type of music I am listening too, describes my mood. For the most part, I like any type of music; as long as I can understand and relate to the message, the artist is delivering through their lyrics. Wile I was growing up, television was never important in my life. Internet and reading has always caught my attention rather than watching reality shows or movies. Nothing frustrates me more than when a film is based off a book and the film completely alters the story line. I can’t stand it when Hollywood ruins a great book! The only movie that was based off a book that I will make an exception for is “The Fault in our Stars”. Currently at De Anza College I am pursuing an Associates degree in Child Development, in hopes to pursue a career as a pre-school teacher. Pre-schools and daycare advertisements are easily found all over the city, on billboards, busses and street corners. With every school trying to become advertised to the public, media is very important for my career path. Media is influential and personally is a way of learning.