essay

Windows on the world

kiribati: a changing atoll culture[Suva, Fiji] • Published In 1985 • Pages: 123-139

By: Bataua, Batiri T..

Abstract
This work describes the impact of radio, newspapers, and cinema on Kiribati culture and society. On the positive side, their popularity, especially radio and newspapers, has enabled government agencies and civic groups to disseminate information on a range of cultural themes, including legends, biographies, manners, and economically useful skills. On the negative side, the popularity of foreign music and cinema among youth is threatening the continuity of traditional Kiribati music, games and language. The author advocates regulating the media for both content and language use. For maps, glossary, and bibliography see Mason (1985).
Subjects
Dissemination of news and information
Press
Radio and television
Public opinion
Music
Recreational facilities
Motion picture industry
Photography
Political movements
Speech
Acculturation and culture contact
culture
Kiribati
HRAF PubDate
2018
Region
Oceania
Sub Region
Micronesia
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Types
Educator
Indigenous Person
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Teferi Abate Adem ; 2016
Field Date
1970-1985
Coverage Date
1952-1985
Coverage Place
Republic of Kiribati
Notes
Batiri T. Bataua ; photographs by Tony Whincup
LCCN
86214124
LCSH
Kiribati--Social life and customs
Kiribati--Social conditions