Technological Convergence

Think silently about the terms Media / Technological Convergence…

Think about the connotations of the word…

What do you begin to think about when you hear the word ‘convergence’

What is ‘convergence’?


What was each or these items originally designed to do?




Media / Technological Convergence is…


The ‘coming together’ of older media technologies into new forms.

The process where different technological systems or media platforms evolve toward performing similar or related tasks.

The moving away from singular purposes or functions, to devices or platforms that perform a range of functions.
Break it down, and list all the different functions it can provide.



Pick another two products that are examples of Media / Technological Convergence.

Break it down, and list all the different functions it can provide.

Count them up and see who can get the most ‘technologically convergent’ device possible...




    





Changes in Audience Consumption


Pick at least two and make a list in your books. Be prepared to share and present findings...

How has technological convergence changed the way we experience…

 


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