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Relationship Between Young People & Media

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Relationship Between Young People & Media

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“What we see now, though, is young people participating in popular culture online and interpreting and composing texts in widely varied and fascinating ways” (Williams & Zenger, 2012, p.8).

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Relationship Between Young People & Media: Implementing Virtual Environments

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Relationship Between Young People & Media: Implementing Virtual Environments

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“Regarding virtual social communication, researchers have shown that traditional college-age students use, have knowledge about, and are comfortable with a wide range of social technologies… Given the time young people spend in such environments and their importance for socialization, enculturation, and learning, situated spaces such as virtual environments should be part of the educational research agenda” (Abrams, Gerber, & Burgess, 2012, p.99).

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Fan Behavior #4: Mode of Enactment (emotional)

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Fan Behavior #4: Mode of Enactment (emotional)

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"I don't know how much longer I can be in this Love/Hate, Kinda/Cruel relationship with @shondarhimes. I AM STILL EMOTIONAL FROM LAST NIGHT!" (Thompson, 2015)

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After the devastating death of [SPOILER] on the April 23 episode of 'Grey's Anatomy,' fans are overcome with emotions. In the midst of their tears, fans are taking out their grief on co-creator Shonda Rhimes.

Shonda Rhimes, 45, has some explaining to do. After the sudden and shocking death of one of Grey's Anatomy's most beloved characters on the April 23 episode, fans started lashing out at Shonda via Twitter. From disbelief to intense anger, Shonda has been the recipient of major fan backlash after [SPOILER]'s death.

'Grey's Anatomy' Fan Reaction Over Derek's Death: Angry With Shonda Rhimes

Nope, you're not dreaming. Derek Shepherd is dead. Needless to say, fans were destroyed by the realization that McDreamy is gone for good. Aside from their initial shocking tweets, fans are taking aim at Shonda. Here's what they're saying.

@shondarhimes Because shonda? As you do these things are destroyed and it's your fault. pic.twitter.com/Vv0IB9qCn2

- Gabryella (@Gabryella_Mende) April 24, 2015

I don't know how much longer I can be in this Love/Hate, Kinda/Cruel relationship with @shondarhimes. I AM STILL EMOTIONAL FROM LAST NIGHT!

- फिडेल (@AllAboutLucas_) April 24, 2015

I mean... Shonda Rhimes ruined my life. #GreysAnatomy #ImStillCrying

- Morgan Walker (@lifewithmorg) April 24, 2015

Shonda rhimes is the reason I have trust issues

- Osama Vern Laden (@DopeChubbyChick) April 24, 2015

Shonda Rhimes will break your heart more than any boy ever could

- Ashley Raynor (@araynor11) April 24, 2015

@shondarhimes has officially entered George RR Martin territory for killing off characters. And I love it.

- Sara Ling (@saraling) April 24, 2015

SHONDA RHIMES DOESN'T KNOW HOW TO SIMPLY LET PEOPLE SAY GOODBYE & LEAVE!

- Jessica (@yes_tojess) April 24, 2015

Raise ur hand if u hate Shonda Rhimes 🙋🏿

- grace (@grace_wolfe17) April 24, 2015

@shondarhimes HOW YOU DARE??? REALLY, I CAN'T ACCEPT THIS, YOU JUST WRECKED THE SHOW

- g (@pietersers) April 24, 2015

😭 I trusted you more than anything and anyone and you decided to kill him off @shondarhimes pic.twitter.com/5HFhOeYV9F

- Rita (@Sassmirez) April 24, 2015

Guess we can expect a spike in the number of Shonda Rhimes Victim Support groups now.

- Kevin C. Motl (@TwainIAint) April 24, 2015

The anger is understandable. Over the course of 11 seasons, fans have lost many of their favorites - George, Lexie, Mark, Denny, and now Derek. Shonda has helmed this show from the beginning, and fans have constantly put their faith in their hands. For our news editor, Lauren Cox, Derek's death was her breaking point.

Fans may be furious with Shonda right now, but this is just a TV show. Despite wanting these characters to be real, they're not.

After the door closed on Derek Shepherd for good, Patrick broke his silence regarding his exit.

"It's been a remarkable ride," he told our sister site, . "The worldwide impact has been extraordinary. It is incredible how devoted and passionate the fans are, and I will forever be grateful and humbled by the experience.

Take Our Poll

Shonda and ABC have also given statements about Patrick leaving the show. Shonda said that she "never imagined saying goodbye" to Derek Shepherd, and the show is about to enter "uncharted territory."

HollywoodLifers, how did you react to Derek's shocking death? Let us know!
- Avery Thompson

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'Grey's Anatomy': Fans Lash Out At Shonda Rhimes Over Shocking Death

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Shonda Rhimes , 45, has some explaining to do. After the sudden and shocking death of one of Grey's Anatomy's most beloved characters on the April 23 episode, fans started lashing out at Shonda via Twitter. From disbelief to intense anger, Shonda has been the recipient of major fan backlash after [SPOILER]'s death.

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Fan Behavior #3: Capital Accumulation (artifacts)

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Fan Behavior #3: Capital Accumulation (artifacts)

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"Grey's Anatomy You're My Person T-Shirt
Women's Classic White T-Shirt" (Cafe press, 1999)

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T-shirts & Clothing : Grey's Anatomy TV Store

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"Grey's Anatomy Couple Nicknames-- Grey's has so many couples. Some have a name. Some don't. I say we name them all... Meredith and Derek --> MerDer" (Wikifoundry, 2016)

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Grey's Anatomy Couple Nicknames - Grey's Anatomy

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Grey's has so many couples. Some have a name. Some don't. I say we name them all. Meredith and Derek - MerDer, DerMer George and Izzie - Gizzie, O'Stevens Callie...

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"You know you're addicted to Grey's Anatomy when... You Feel Like Your Best friends Died When A Character Dies" (Fanpop, 2006)

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1. You could Re-watch Every Season Over And Over
2. You Watch Newer Episodes And Wish Old Characters Were Still There.
3. You Talk About The Characters Like You Know Them Personally
4. You Want To Get Married Via Post-It
5. You Watch The New Season && Try To Plan All The Different Ways It Could Go
6. You Got More Excited About Merediths Pregnancy Then She Did
7. You Say Every Character Is Your Favorite
8. You See The Characters In Other Shows && Refer To Them By There GREYS Name
9. You Try To Google All The Spoilers Cause You Dont Wanna Wait A Whole Week
10. You Feel Like Your Bestfriends Died When A Character Dies
11. When You Watch Old Episodes && See Izzie, George, Burke, Lexie, Or Mark && You Wish You Could See How Theyd Play Into It Now.
12. You Know What GSMH Stands For
13. You McName Everything In Your McLife
14. Compare Your Friends To The Cast
15. You Wanna Be A Surgeon Even Tho You Never Could Be.

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Grey's Anatomy Article: You Know Your Addicted To Greys Anatomy When........ (2013)

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1. You could Re-watch Every Season Over And Over 2. You Watch Newer Episodes And Wish Old Characters Were Still There. 3. You Talk About The Characters Like You Know Them Personally 4. You Want To Get Married Via Post-It 5. You Watch The New Season && Try To Plan All The Different Ways It Could Go 6.

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Media ethnographers "study how audiences assume the active role of constructing the meaning of media texts" (Beach, 2007, p.55). In particular, they study audiences as consumers, identify construction and virtual communities, social connections, and class, gender, and racial identities (Beach, 2007). These studies provide a complex perspective on audiences’ media participation and challenge some of the simplistic claims made about the overpowering effects of media on people (Beach, 2007, p.55).

The process of conducting an ethnography starts with selecting a topic and posing a research question (Beach & Finders, 1999). Then, the ethnographer must gain entry to the group and become a participant observer  (Beach & Finders, 1999). As an observer, he or she must collect and analyze artifacts, field notes, and any interviews that were conducted (Beach & Finders, 1999). The last part of conducting an ethnography involves writing a research report and reflecting on one's experience as a researcher (Beach & Finders, 1999). According to Beach and Finders (1999), "engaging students as ethnographers of their own communities may change relationships within the classroom, allowing students to gain understanding of diverse experiences” (p.89).
An ethnography can be conducted in a variety of different places. Beach (2007) suggests places like computer and video game chat rooms, fan clubs and fan fiction, internet chat rooms, talk-radio shows, teen zines and web pages, music clubs, sports events and rock concerts, theme or amusement parks, and shopping malls. For teachers that are looking for sites within the school, the lunch room, classroom, and sports events would be possibilities (Beach & Finders, 1999, p.85). All of these sites allow students to question stereotypical concepts of peer groups (Beach & Finders, 1999, p.85).

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Beach, R. (2007). Teachingmedialitearcy.com: A web-linked guide to resources and activities.  New York, NY: Teachers College Press.

Beach, R., & Finders, M. J. (1999). Students as ethnographers: Guiding alternative research projects. The English Journal, 89(1), 82. doi:10.2307/821361

Cafe press. (1999). Grey’s anatomy. Retrieved March 1, 2017, from ABC Store, http://abctvstore.cafepress.com/greysanatomy

Fanpop Inc. (2006). Grey’s anatomy fan club. Retrieved March 1, 2017, from Fanpop, http://www.fanpop.com/clubs/greys-anatomy

Lenhart, A., Anderson, M., & Smith, A. (2015). Teens, technology and romantic relationships. Retrieved February 27, 2017, from http://www.pewinternet.org/2015/10/01/teens-technology-and-romantic-relationships/

Lenhart, A. (2015). Teens, technology and friendships. Retrieved February 27, 2017, from http://www.pewinternet.org/2015/08/06/teens-technology-and-friendships/

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Wikifoundry. (2016). Grey’s anatomy - grey’s anatomy. Retrieved March 1, 2017, from http://www.thegreysanatomywiki.com/

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“71% of teens use more than one social network site” (Lenhart, 2015)

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“Some 88% of teens text their friends at least occasionally, and fully 55% do so daily" (Lenhart, 2015).

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“Overall, 85% of teens in a romantic relationship expect to hear from their partner or significant other at least once a day, if not more often” (Lenhart, Anderson, & Smith, 2015).

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“83% of teen social media users say social media makes them feel more connected to information about their friends’ lives” (Lenhart, 2015).