01 Television

 

According to The Times newspaper this week,  watching TV live and in real time accounts for most TV viewing.

1. What do you understand by the terms 'live' content and 'on demand' content?

The term live means that you are watching the television show while it is happening, so you are seeing it in the moment as everything happened. The next term is on demand you can watch the tv show whenever you want so therefore it could be filmed a week before you watch it so everything is recording already. 

2. What is the demand for 'live content like?

The demand is high as many people want to watch and experience the same content of tv. It is strong because some people want to have a routine around watching different shows at different times. This helps people look forward to watching their shows at the end of the day. 

3. According to rating research, there are 8 programmes cited as the top lives shows for family viewing. How many have you watched?

I have watched 4 of the 6 programs, I watch Britain's got talent, Strictly come dancing, British Bake off and Masked singer.

4. Apply Blumler and Katz's audience framework to what you learn from this article.

One example of uses and gratifications is social interaction, escapism and entertainment because lots of families get excited to watch different shows, this is creating a moment for everyone to interact and enjoy the show together. This helps them become close to gather with society and with each other. This is helping families forget their hard day of work or school and just to enjoy the moment.