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Topic 5 Reflection

(Source: https://pixabay.com/) After reading through the various blogs on Topic 5, I observed that generally everybody supports open access of research. Typically citing “pros outweighing cons”. However, there are almost no suggestions to how to tackle the ‘cons’ of open access. And if a paywall model can be made sustainable. Can a paywall model be the future of research journals? (Source: https://pixabay. Continue reading →

Topic 5:To Free or Not to Free

Should Contents be made freely available online? Source: Me This speaker explains the argument for Open Access of research papers very well.   Here are some views from people in the research field: One key point we will notice from this video: Irregardless of stance on open access,  ALL of them feel that the current structure and policies governing open access to scholarly articles needs change to make it sustainable. Continue reading →

Topic 4 Reflection

After reading through most of the other blog posts, I feel that there are patches of grey areas in ethics. (Soelf-Made)   One interesting case in Maureen’s Blog is Sammy Rhode’s case. Which raises the first question: Where do we draw the line between ‘Imitation’ and ‘Inspiration’?       Examples of Sammy Rhode can be found in the business world. Take Instagram for example. Continue reading →

Topic 4:Dirty Competition

(Self-Convert from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlIOqypvT-g) How low are you willing to stoop to gain a competitive business advantage? In my Topic 3 Reflection, I raised the issue of negative posts circulating on the internet affecting our online image. Be it true or false. In this post, I shall escalate the issue into a business context. Specifically against competitors. From 1999 -2006. Whole Foods Market Inc. CEO John Mackey, attacked rival company Wild Oats Market Inc. Continue reading →

Topic 3 Reflective Summary

Do a Google search on yourself, what did you find? Out of all the results Google came up with, how many were by you? How many were NOT by you? Are the contents positive or negative? According to news report by The Guardian and Independent. The number of defamation cases involving social media is rising. This have serious implications on our professional online image and credibility. Continue reading →

Topic 3:Nothing but the “Truth”

So you are fresh out of university and want to start your job search, that’s great! But where do we start? How about Linkedin and Facebook? Why you might ask? According to recruitment intelligence Jobvite, companies are increasingly using social networks to recruit people. But what should you upload to your social media profiles? How about traits that companies are looking for? Talents, skills, experience and work attitude. Basically, anything that makes you look good. Continue reading →

Topic 2 Reflective Summary

In my previous post, I stated that my view of this argument is tilted towards single online identity, reason being that the cons of multiple online identities involves safety and security. After reading through the other blog posts, I realize that the argument for multiple online identities mostly involves ethics. An example is employers hiring based on peoples online identity and posts. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Knock Knock, Who’s There?

[Source: www.popsugar.com] How many of you readers have more than one Facebook account? Perhaps one for work and one for personal? Imagine your current/potential employers saw an embarrassing photo of you getting drunk last night. Would you prefer to keep your professional and personal life separate? The number of internet love scams are on the rise in Singapore, and more than half of the cases happen through Facebook (Channel News Asia, 2016). Continue reading →

Topic 1 Reflective Summary

After reading through all the other blog post on Topic 1, I have developed a better understanding on the Digital Visitors and Residents typology. At the same time, this acquisition of understanding raises an important question: What is the relevancy of this framework now? What will be the relevancy of this framework be in the future? My hypothesis is that advancement in digital technology will have a homogenizing effect on professional and personal activities. Continue reading →