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Reflection: Free for all?

The idea of open access (OA) is not only limited to academic aspects. When I was 15, I started a tumblr account. I was weak(er) in photoshop and wanted to create a blog to contain my obsession over a kpop boy group, SHINee. Being ignorant about plagiarism, I posted graphics and gifs created by other users without any credits. I was soon targeted by the fandom and I resorted to closing down the blog. From then on, I found out about the concept of ‘plagiarism’. Continue reading →

Topic 5: Should We Pay?

Credit: Freepik   As an Internet user, we often refer to the Internet when we need to gather information about something. These contents require hours, days, months or even years to complete. However, more often than not, we are stopped by a paywall when we try to access to an article. As a result, it brings up the debate of open access (OA). The video below will bring you some information about OA.   There are undoubtedly many advantages for the public when it comes to OA. Continue reading →

Reflection: Ethics

Credit: Merriam-Webster’s Learner’s Dictionary There are many ways a company can make use of social media to facilitate their business. Nonetheless, not every method is ethical. Social media marketing, as I mentioned in my previous post, is only ethical if the review is truthful and when the influencers make it known that they are sponsored. However, this is not the only rule when it comes to the game of social media for businesses. Continue reading →

Reflection: Digital Profile

Topic 3 gave me an enlightenment on the importance of having a professional digital profile. I am almost ashamed to admit that I have never thought of creating a LinkedIn. However, I see the advantage now and will definitely be clearing up my social media accounts. Credit to: nbn I left a comment on Brenda’s and Wendy’s blogpost. Both posts are good reads and touched on aspects related to the authenticity of the digital profile. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Authentic Digital Professional Profile

Digital Marketing Institute Previously, I discussed about the pros and cons of having a single and multiple online identities. One of the aspect that I highlighted is the effect of social media accounts on your future employers’ impression on you. To avoid any negativity, we should learn how to create an authentic digital professional profile. It is no surprise that companies had turned to the Internet to facilitate recruitment. Continue reading →

Reflective Summary: One or Multiple?

Google Image After reading through the posts written by my classmates and even the UK students, I realized that there are more to the issue than meets the eyes. There are mixed thoughts across the board on whether or not to have a single or multiple online identities. Other than the aspect of social media accounts, people are also concerned about privacy regarding sensitive issues and identity thief. As a result, my belief of having a single online identity is becoming to waver. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Online Identity or Identities?

Credits: Saberhamidi In this digital era, it is easy to develop several identities on the Internet. However, is it important to stay authentic or is it still acceptable to be anonymous? Just like many other issues, there are always two sides to a coin. Having multiple identities give you a chance to remain anonymity and provides an opportunity to have control over self-censorship. Continue reading →

Reflective Summary: “Resident” or “Visitor”?

Prior to this module, I have to say that I have never thought of classifying digital users as “residents” and “visitors”. These terms are foreign to me as I blindly leech on the convenience of the digital technology without much thought. However, after reading through the articles and the blogposts that my classmates wrote, I gained a new understanding on the type of users out there. Continue reading →