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Final Reflections

When I started this module, I had no idea I would love blogging so much. Creating my own content, engaging with others and continuously working to broaden my personal learning network throughout UOSM2008 has significantly improved my digital confidence. Developing my Online Profiles This module, and particularly Topics 2-4, have given me insight and knowledge into how to become a conscientious social media user as well as utilising these tools for my personal and professional networks. Continue reading →

Social Media Ethics

As of January 2016 there were 2.307 billion active social media users across the world, 10% more than in 2015. With so many users, and the majority of these being younger people, it was only a matter of time before social media became a part of education. It has recently been hailed as delivering the promise of new, socially engaged educational experiences for students. However, the use of social media in education raises many ethical issues. Continue reading →

Reflecting on Building an Authentic Professional Digital Profile

Topic 3 has definitely been the most challenging so far! Becca’s exploration of online shaming steered away from Justine Sacco and instead she included a TED Talks video exploring the concept. This allowed me to learn more in an engaging format, something which I mentioned in my comment. Shriya’s post explored the importance of building a personal brand and its role in creating an authentic digital profile. Continue reading →

Building an Authentic Professional Digital Profile

Don’t have a professional digital profile? You’re behind already! Creating a professional digital presence for myself is the best thing I have done for my career development, generating opportunities for expanding my networks, digital knowledge and career pathway. Why do I need one? E-recruitment, particularly through social media, allows for shorter hiring times and an acceleration of recruitment processes. 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 →

Online Identities

“Having two identities for yourself is an example of a lack of integrity.” Mark Zuckerberg Just because I keep my personal and professional identities separate, does this mean I have a lack of integrity? Elements of an Online Identity Online identities derive from the practices of individuals on the internet. The internet is integral in our digital society and our online activities have an impact on our social interactions both face to face and on the web. Continue reading →

Reflecting on Digital Visitors and Residents

Topic 1, ‘Digital Visitors and Residents’, allowed me to broaden my knowledge of this subject through my own research and blog post. I thought I had read extensively and taken into account a range of opinions until I started to engage with others and read their work. I hadn’t even began to realise that there is so much more to the concept of digital visitors and residents than it first seems. Continue reading →

Digital Visitors and Residents

Are you a digital visitor or resident? Before researching this topic I didn’t even know what a digital visitor or resident was, let alone which category I fitted into. Our use of the internet and the growth of a digital society has made way for many theories about computer competency. Prensky’s theory proposes two distinct digital groups: natives and immigrants. Digital Natives are those who have grown up in a digital age and are native speakers of the digital language. Continue reading →