I think the new culture of participation is creating opportunities for students to not only be consumers of media, but also creators. As technology becomes more accessible to younger audiences, students are able to take an active role in their learning rather than being passive listeners. They can create, collaborate, and share their own content with others. In the past, students had to rely on newspapers or television to access information—but that has changed in a positive way. According to the 2022 report Teens, Social Media and Technology, 73% of students have access to a smartphone. This shows just how significantly technology has shaped the younger generation. With this kind…