Médias citoyens

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Citizen media, also referred to as participatory media[1], is a form of mass communication where the audience actively participates in content production and dissemination. This concept was first introduced by Clemencia Rodriguez and has since become a global phenomenon, largely due to advancements in technologie[3]. Citizen media aims to fill the gaps left by traditional mass media[4], often focusing on community-based and personal narratives that may otherwise be overlooked. This form of media can be distributed through various channels, including blogs, vlogs, podcasts, and digital le conte[2] des plates-formes telles que YouTube[5]. It is a transformative process, fostering personal, political, and emotional investments in media content. However, it is not without its criticisms, such as potential harm from personal biases, lack of professional training, and issues with accountability and anonymity. Despite these potential drawbacks, many see citizen media as a powerful tool for empowering individuals and communities, promoting diverse voices, and challenging traditional communication circuits.

Définitions des termes
1. participatory media. Participatory media is a form of communication where the audience actively engages in content creation and distribution. This multi-directional communication model enables broadcasting and receiving of various content, creating value through the active participation of many individuals. Social networks amplify this coordination of activities, making it cost-effective. The traditional boundaries between audience and creators become blurred, allowing the audience to contribute to platforms such as participatory news sites. The concept of participatory media has evolved over time, from early non-professional broadcasters in radio to the modern internet where the audience can both consume and create content. It challenges the centralized power of mass media and proposes a more engaged and interactive alternative. Despite its benefits, it's crucial to understand its role within the context of contemporary capitalism. Participatory media is also a subject of study at institutions like MIT and UC Berkeley, covering topics like participatory democracy and technology's role in society.
2. le conte. Le conte est une tradition humaine intemporelle, un moyen de transmettre le savoir, la sagesse et la culture d'une génération à l'autre. Il est antérieur à la langue écrite, les premières formes ayant été observées dans les peintures rupestres ou entendues dans les épopées orales. Le conte évolue avec le temps, s'adaptant aux changements de la société et de la technologie. Il revêt des formes diverses telles que les contes de fées, les contes populaires, les mythes, les récits personnels et bien d'autres encore. Aujourd'hui, la narration continue de prospérer et de s'étendre, trouvant de nouvelles expressions dans les médias numériques et les jeux de rôle. Il ne s'agit pas seulement d'une forme de divertissement, mais aussi d'un outil éducatif et thérapeutique. Le conte est un puissant outil de changement social, qui permet d'aborder des problèmes, d'enseigner des leçons et de favoriser l'empathie et la compréhension au sein de publics divers. De l'art rupestre ancien aux récits numériques modernes, la narration reste un élément essentiel de notre expérience humaine commune.
Médias citoyens (Wikipedia)

Médias citoyens is contenu produced by private citizens who are not professional journalistes. Citizen journalism, participatory media et democratic media are related principles.

Ana Maria Brambilla, citizen journalist for OhmyNews in Brazil.
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