In this age of technology, where virtual reality and online games are on the rise, the digital world collides with art; games progress by incorporating artistic elements with gamification strategies. These games are said to reflect a good balance of freedom and form while also playing a vital role in manifesting logic and understanding contemporary culture. “[V]ideo games represent not only one of the most interesting trends in contemporary art but the most radical form of art that can be practiced today.” Read full article here
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Improving media literacy could boost trust towards the news, IMPRESS report suggests
The UK media is regulated by the likes of IPSO and Ofcom. The report by press regulator IMPRESS highlights the link between low levels of media literacy and trust in the news. The study found that three quarters of those who did not know if journalists were regulated did not trust the news. It suggests that improving media literacy is one way to stem the erosion of trust, and shows that audiences have an appetite for information on news processes. Stakeholders need to collaborate in order to rebuild trust in the news, and independent media is well placed to do this. Read full article here
Merv
February 1, 2023
