Initial Post Before posting, read the articles listed below: How YouTube Changed the World, Nisha Lilia Diu, Meabh Ritchie, The Telegraph, February 9, 2015 7 YouTube Alternatives and Why They Make Sense, Zachary Sniderman, Mashable, May 11, 2011 Then share your thoughts on the following questions: Do you believe that YouTube has changed the way people utilize media and view the world? Explain why, or why not. When and why do you use YouTube most? How is this different from how your friends, parents, or children use YouTube? What is the most memorable thing you have seen on YouTube? What company do you believe has used YouTube effectively to promote or distribute a new product? What made it successful? Discuss other new media channels that you watch or use. Describe how you use these channels. If you wanted to launch a successful YouTube channel, what types of content would you create? Explain the reasons for your choices. Describe any media content that you have uploaded to YouTube. How would the media you put on a YouTube channel be different if you were using YouTube to promote, rather than distribute an entertainment product or service? Research is not required, but if you represent the thoughts, ideas, words, or images of others be sure to give credit and cite your sources by indicating the author, date, title, and website link where this information was found.
