The Social - discussion

Week 2 - Tutorial

"The Social"

Reading discussion: Couldry, N. and van Dijck, J. (2015) ‘Researching Social Media as if the Social Mattered’, Social Media + Society, 1(2), 1–7

"SOCIAL"

⁠In your view, do social media platforms define or redefine what "the social" means? Please explain. *key arguments

DATA

Is data produced on social media is an accurate reflection of real social interactions? Why or why not? *examples

Should governments and organizations use data and metrics from social media to inform policies or decisions?

Why or Why not?

⁠What are some of the longer-term consequences or implications for areas like health, education, and government that the authors highlight? Do you see other important consequences they don't mention?

. ⁠Do you think the authors are justified in framing social media as part of a "myth of us"? Why or why not?

"Compulsory Connectivity"

Do you agree with the authors' view that social media promotes 'compulsory connectivity' ? What’s your perspective?

. What do you see as the core tension between 'social life and social media' according to the authors? Do you think they capture it well?

SOcial Media

driving us apart

bringing us together

vs

Your teams

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To manage a team, you have to listen.

Help them to be better so that your team helps you.

Involve them in the different objectives.

And use their strengths to make a great team.

Thank You!

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