Discussion 2

Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

• Textbook: Chapter 5, 6
• File (PDF): Presentations (Straubhaar, 10e) – Chapters 5, 6 (attached)
• Link (online article): On-demand streaming now accounts for the majority of audio consumption, says Nielsen
• One scholarly source referenced (at minimum) in the initial post

Introduction
Today there are more choices than ever when it comes to listening to music. From traditional radio to subscription services and everything in between, today’s listener really does have the world of music at their fingertips. This discussion asks you to consider your own listening habits and to reflect on how these habits have changed over the years.

Initial Post Instructions
Please read the article provided above and reflect on how your music listening habits have changed over the years. What is different? How do you currently access music? What do you find appealing about your specific preferences when listening to music? And for fun, what is the oldest device you still have and use to listen to music (Cassettes? CDs? Records?)

Secondary Post Instructions
Read and respond to posts made by at least two peers. Respond in one of the following ways:

• Ask a probing question.
• Share an insight from having read your peer’s post.
• Offer and support an opinion.
• Validate an idea with your own experience.
• Make a suggestion.

Writing Requirements

• In addition to one initial post, respond to at least two peers.
• Initial Post Length: minimum of 250 words
• Secondary Post Length: minimum of 200 words per post
• Using APA formatting, cite the article provided in the resources above as well as the additional scholarly source that was used in the initial post