investigate a pressing issue facing film, culture, or media and what part the Internet and other digital technologies play in it. You may revisit or expand on a topic you explored in your Multimedia Reflection. Alternatively, you may choose a new topic to explore. In your essay:

• Describe the current events or situation surrounding your topic.
• Present an argument. You might choose to explain why this is a problem, and even offer an analysis of done to address it. You might argue that the situation presents an opportunity, which deserves more attention than it has currently.
• In other words, your essay must answer the following questions about your topic: "What is happening here? Why is it important? What should be done about it?"
• Include a clear thesis statement which answers these questions.
• Use facts and research to establish an informed position on the issues at hand.
• Consult at least 5 supporting sources for your essay. These must include:
  • 2 or more scholarly peer-reviewed sources.
  • 1 example pieces of media (such as a film, YouTube video, artwork, book, meme, blog post) used as evidence, a primary source, or case study. You may use the media example from your first assignment for this purpose.
  • 1 newsworthy article or source