Dan uses many media platforms to communicate to the public, however “get on the beers” went viral on social media. 🍻Strategic techniques such as colloquial language and humour are used to relate and connect to his publics. #alm101@tiff_lever@Trinity_kni13@Dariaalea
Constructing an online identity is like a vaccination, almost everyone has one.
Do we sympathise enough with younger generations who grow up with social media? It's almost as if they don't have a choice, the world revolves around it.
The phenomenon of selfies reveals how dependent we are on social media! I think it’s great because it shows in real time what someone can be doing or seeing. The phenomenon is another example of how we use social media to connect with others. #alm101
In the ever increasing developments of virtual environments, online identities are subjective. They are often regularly altered and manipulated as an individual’s identity online is purely crafted through a matter of choice. (Smith & Watson 2013)
#ALM101#onlineidentity
Do I think about how I portray myself online? Well.. I do now! More so now than I did when I was younger, as I care about my professional work life. I think its important as social platforms are likely to be used as a professional resume or looked upon from employers. #ALM101
The community I belong to is Geelong Community Information. This community interacts via Facebook, about breaking news and information about issues going on around me. Keeps me up to date on local news and stories in the area! #ALM101#news