Quote: "On the contrary, cyber or online social networking may increase a person's social ease, the breadth and depth of off-line relationships, and their overall 'social capital' – the resources accumulated through the relationships with people."
Reaction: I think this quote is very true in that online social networking does not harm a persons ability to socialize. I think that a person gains a sense of how to talk to someone even though it is online. You still want to make a good impression on the person and try to have them like you. You want to still exhibit proper behavior and etiquette. On the other hand there is a part that may not agree with this quote is that bad habits and improper behavior can develop. It can develop because you are not talking face to face so you might be inclined to say something you would not normally say to their face. This comment could range from some plea of your love to something that can hurt the persons self esteem drastically.
Citation: Owens, L. (2009, April 23). Internet & Anti-Social Behavior Theory Unfounded: Facebook, MySpace, Online: Research Refutes Cyber Socializing Fears | Suite101.com. Laura Owens | Suite101.com. Retrieved October 23, 2011, from http://laura-owens.suite101.com/internet--anti-social-behavior-theory-unfounded-a111897
Citation: Morris, S. (2011, September 13). Internet troll jailed after mocking deaths of teenagers | UK news | The Guardian . Latest US and world news, sport and comment from the Guardian | guardiannews.com | The Guardian . Retrieved October 23, 2011, from http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2011/sep/13/internet-troll-jailed-mocking-teenagers
I enjoyed your response. I agree that online communication is still a form of communication and that individuals are still learning some sort of social skills. Awesome reaction!
ReplyDeleteI like how you did a sort of pro's and con's approach to this great way to show both sides!
ReplyDeleteGreat understanding of the article and your response was right on the mark.
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