2016, Page 13

A Reflection – Topic 2 (UOSM2008)

Topic 2 was a particularly interesting one all about the hot topic of today – online identity, specifically discussing the advantages and disadvantages of having more than one. As mentioned in my blog post, I’d never looked into my own online identity. Continue reading →

Reflecting on Topic 2

On the topic of managing online identities, I feel that I had a basic grasp on the subject to begin with. As I have been a regular user of several different types of social media, I have plenty of partial identities myself, and this basic knowledge gave me a good starting point to help me broaden my horizons. Ellie’s comment brings about some interesting points that made me think a little more about the topic. Continue reading →

A look back at Topic 2

Topic 2 has told me that one of the most significant reasons that supports the use of multiple online identities is that it presents you with the ability to be selective in how you appear in different online contexts. Both Holly and Richard’s posts stated that an advantage of this is that it allows you to achieve more control over your professional appearance. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Reflections

As a society, we are increasingly putting more information about ourselves online meaning that our online identities plays an important role in our everyday lives. This is particularly the case for those that demonstrate ‘digital resident’[1] traits as their increased online activities would cause their online identity to become more valuable. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Reflections

Overview As a society, we are increasingly putting more information about ourselves online meaning that our online identities plays an important role in our everyday lives. This is particularly the case for those that demonstrate ‘digital resident’[1] traits as their increased online activities would cause their online identity to become more valuable. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Reflecion

Topic 2 was all about managing our online identity. Personally, as I’ve mentioned I have one identity that I present online which reflects my real identity. This is because I agree with some readings regarding the linkage between your online identity and your real identity. I feel that they both intertwine and this is something that people should focus on instead of multiple online identities. Continue reading →

Reflection on Topic 2

Reflective Pond, Marriotts Phuket, Thailand Trying to condense my post for topic 2 down to 400 words was a near impossible task. What I’ve read over the past few days has been very insightful and interesting. I had already naïvely written about my take on online identities; at first I thought this would complicate things for me, but then I tried to use it to my advantage. When thinking about this topic, one always thinks of the perils – Catfishing, identity theft and trolling. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Reflection

When beginning this topic, I had some previous knowledge regarding online identities. I, myself, have been using different forms of social media for several years now and know the importance of portraying myself differently among different platforms to suit the purpose. However, I had never seen the other side of the argument before this topic in such depth and this has helped create new insights for me. Continue reading →

Multiple Multiple Online Identities. A Reflection.

Just over a week ago I wrote about how and why some people may choose to maintain multiple identities. I knew that it was not uncommon for people to maintain different online identities, but it was not something I had ever done (or really considered) so I was fascinated to learn about other people’s experiences. I liked how Ellis spoke quite frankly at the end of her blog post about how she maintains multiple identities. Continue reading →

My Reflection about the Perils of Numerous Online Identities

I found this topic really intellectually stimulating because I’ve only thought about it in a black-and-white way before.  Finding readings to evaluate made me more informed, however on a sub-conscious level I probably gravitated towards those I agreed with.  I realised what a valuable learning curve reading others’ blogs to comment on is because it actively challenges my thoughts, especially when those viewpoints are evidenced. Continue reading →

My Reflection about the Perils of Numerous Online Identities

I found this topic really intellectually stimulating because I’ve only thought about it in a black-and-white way before.  Finding readings to evaluate made me more informed, however on a sub-conscious level I probably gravitated towards those I agreed with.  I realised what a valuable learning curve reading others’ blogs to comment on is because it actively challenges my thoughts, especially when those viewpoints are evidenced. Continue reading →

Reflecting on Online Identities

I was previously familiar with the subject of online identities through managing my own. I approached the topic with an argument for multiple online identities, however engaging with my peers broadened my perspective on how many online personas we should have. Holly’s post, especially the introduction and her use of the personas profile, explored the advantages of a single online identity. Continue reading →

Topic 2 – Reflection

I said at the end of my blog, I’d know where I’d stand in the coming days and I can say with confidence I now do. Continue reading →

Topic 2 reflection

Another topic has arrived to an end. It’s so amazing to see how different people can have a completely different understanding or approach on analysing the same topic. Given the topic: managing our online identity with either one or multiple identities, I have read so many different perspectives from how it can influence mental health to how dangerous it can be for our personal lives such as identity theft, just to mention one. I have to highlight Sam Horstcraft‘s post. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Reflection

From the beginning of this topic my stance was neutral, and it still is. However, by reading all the UOSM2008 blogs, I gained more insight on both sides of the debate. Thus, I created a poster which illustrates all the points made in those posts. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Reflection

From the beginning of this topic my stance was neutral., and it still is. However, by reading all the UOSM2008 blogs, I gained more insight on both sides of the debate. Thus, I created a poster which illustrates all the points made in those posts. Continue reading →

TOPIC 2: Reflection

  Many of the blogs this week gave a good general summary of the literature available on online identities and the use of examples made them more relatable to read, see for example Becca’s blog, which I commented on. Some blogs focussed in on specific areas, which was also interesting to read. Continue reading →

Reflection – Multiple Online Identities

For topic 2 we looked at the benefits and issues around having multiple online identities. I learn quite a few things, both from my own research and others. Several models have contrasting views on the topic. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Reflection

Multiple online identities have some clear advantages over having only one. As explained on Shriya’s blog they can be used as a marketing in order to reach niche audiences. Linkedin for example can be used to make professional connections within a specific professional community. However I didn’t agree that by using multiple identities you can remain anonymous, despite altering your persona on these different sites. Continue reading →

Topic 2. Summary

At the beginning of the discussion about online identities, I was very undecided where I am standing in regard to creating my own. The modules I took during my degree course (Web Science) equipped me with knowledge that made me cautious and reluctant about any kind of excessive online presence, in particular building a comprehensive and detailed single online identity which would include lots of identifiers. Continue reading →