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“The only time you should ever look back; is to see how far you’ve come.”

I have to admit I completely underestimated this module in so many ways. Firstly, I personally have always struggled with my writing due to my dyslexia. I dreaded the thought of my peers reading my blog and judging me on this. However, this blogging experience has made my confidence levels sky high and I no long feel anxious about this aspect. This new confidence has enabled me to enhance my online professional profile on Twitter, LinkedIn, WordPress and Instagram. Continue reading →

Topic 5: Reflection

Looking back… This past weeks topic has completely opened my eyes to a new debate. The debate between whether materials online should be freely accessed and re-used by all. It only occurred to me last week when I was sifting through countless research articles online for to my research proposal, how infuriating it was to be presented with a pay wall in between the article and myself. Continue reading →

The advantages and disadvantages to a content producer of making their materials freely available online.

    Once again, a very relevant and current subject matter. Particularly for people who fall under the category of education and research. Although this topic can be argued either way, I personally believe that content producers should make their materials freely available online. However, I will also discuss the disadvantages of this. Continue reading →

Topic 4: Reflection

As a student, I found this topic particularly valuable due to how relevant the subject area was to our generation. There were so many different angles and approaches that could have been taken because of how broad the topic was. Consequently, this made it difficult for me to narrow it down to one ethical issue relating to social media within business and education. Continue reading →

“Privacy is dead, and social media holds the smoking gun” – Pete Cashmore

6 The rapidly increasing use of social media is impacting most areas of our lives in one way or another. Unfortunately, this has triggered a number of ethical issues to be raised within businesses in relation to social media.Ethical issues address the debate between what is considered right and wrong, these however can vary due to cultural and religious differences. Continue reading →

Topic 3: Reflection

Initially, I didn’t realise the benefits of the using a blog instead of a Linkin profile when referring to an authentic profile online. Of course, Linkin is the one of the most conventional and widely used method. However, after researching articles and reviewing videos, it came to light that a blog also has many advantages. I particularly found Emma’s different approach to this question insightful as she went into depth of how to create authentic profile. Continue reading →

Topic 3: How to make your professional profile authentic.

There are many ways in which an authentic online professional profile can be developed. The most common and well-known professional profile is Linkin where you can express your strengths, education and past experiences. However, there are more unconventional ways to communicate in a professional manner other than Linkin, for example blogging is becoming increasingly more popular to encourage employers to hirer you. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Online identity Reflection

I believe the topic of Online identity was one I could fully understand and relate too because of my frequent use of social media. It has also has become a very current topic due to the employability issues related to online identity. After reviewing the pros and cons of whether to have multiple online identities or just one, I have come to the conclusion that it may be more effective, time-efficent and professional to just have the one. Continue reading →

Topic 2: Managing your online identity

Everyone who has an online presence will ultimately leave a digital footprint behind. A digital footprint consists of our online history and how we navigate ourselves around the web. We project an image of ourselves onto social media to express our online identity. Factors such as  likes, dislikes, opinions, hobbies, fashion and social life  are all communicated online. Continue reading →