Media and societal issues

In an environment dominated by information networks and modern public communication channels that are widespread, urgent and fleeting, the media becomes the most important of these sources compared to the family and other educational and pedagogical institutions. In light of the communication revolution, societies are transformed into information societies, and every human being now needs information that can contribute to the development of his abilities. To make the right decisions, learn about the opportunities available in society, and how to develop his professional and social capabilities.
People rely heavily on the media as a source of information and guidance in the present era, and in crisis situations, people's reliance on the media becomes inevitable. The function of the media is to inform people of what is happening in society and outside society. This function means that society is informed of the events and events taking place through the transmission of honest and documented news, whether positive or negative news.
There is no doubt that knowledge is power. A person's power increases the more he accumulates knowledge. The media in the modern era have become one of the most important sources of non-personal knowledge about people, events, and sciences. The media are used to obtain knowledge in various fields, through the process of educating and simplifying science, and developing The cognitive abilities of an individual to be able to understand and explain what is happening to him or around him.