I really enjoyed COMM 555 – New Media Narratives. The
knowledge I gained in this course greatly broadened my digital literacy, which
will benefit me both personally and professionally.
One major takeaway for me was realizing just how many
multimodal tools are available for digital communication. The sheer number of
platforms can sometimes feel overwhelming. There’s so much to think about when
communicating online, but this course made me value the responsibility we all
have when sharing information—especially since there are endless ways to share
it now. I often reflect on my own university days, before social media existed
(which probably ages me a bit 😊),
and it really was a different world. Today, people are photographed
everywhere—sometimes willingly, sometimes by others without their consent.
Because photo sharing is so common and happens so quickly, privacy often gets
overlooked and isn’t always enforced. It’s important for everyone to be more
conscious of their actions, as the internet and social media make it easy for
anyone to discover more about you than you might expect.
Has this change been positive? There are pros and cons, but
digital media has developed for over a century and continues to grow. While
these advances offer benefits, we must also be prepared to question them when
necessary.
Overall, this course provided valuable insights and
encouraged thoughtful reflection. It emphasized the importance of being
prepared for technological advancements and recognizing the positive outcomes
that AI development can bring, while also highlighting the responsibility to
contribute to its improvement. Moving forward, I will exercise caution when
sharing information and carefully evaluate its accuracy.
Anticipating continued progress in the realm of digital
technology and artificial intelligence over the next decade.
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