“Television is altering the meaning of 'being informed' by creating a species of information that might properly be called disinformation... Disinformation does not mean false information. It means misleading information - misplaced, irrelevant, fragmented or superficial information - information that creates the illusion of knowing something, but which in fact leads one away from knowing.”
Neil Postman
Neil Postman was an American media theorist, author, and educator known for his critiques of mass media, especially television, and its effects on society.
Postman illustrates how television not only informs but often misleads by selling superficial information as knowledge. An important warning for critical media literacy.
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Neil Postman on the Truth of Television – Revealing Media Critique!
Neil Postman explains how television creates disinformation and the illusion of knowledge – essential for media criticism and awareness.
Neil Postman (1931–2003) was an American media theorist, cultural critic, and author. He taught communication at New York University and is best known for his books on media criticism such as "Amusing Ourselves to Death," in which he analyzes the impact of television on public communication and education.
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