1. The document discusses traditional media versus new media and the evolution from traditional to new media. It also covers the roles and functions of media, including informing the public, educating audiences, enabling public discourse and advocacy, and acting as a watchdog. 2. The document presents different normative theories of the press, including authoritarian, libertarian, and social responsibility approaches. It assess the type of media that exists in the Philippines according to these theories. 3. Key topics from the document include the impact of social media, how technology has changed communication over time, and a message about press freedom from journalist Christiane Amanpour. Formative assessments are included to check understanding of these concepts.