Emoji Decode
What is one benefit of using emojis?
Helps portray the senderâs emotion, tone, mood
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What is one reason someone may not reply to your text?
Too busy
Forgot
Ignoring you
Didnât see the message
List one advantage and one disadvantage of face-to-face communication over digital communication.
Pros: easier to interpret non-verbal cues, build deeper emotional connection, increased engagement, better for sensitive topics
Cons: time-consuming, not always accessible, geographical limitations
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What is one social media platform that can help you develop your personal brand? Give an example of how you would use it in this context.
Platform: LinkedIn
Example: professional picture, write in the âAboutâ section, follow brands/ join groups to demonstrate fields of interest, message recruiters
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Name 3 tips for successful elevator pitches mentioned in class.
Speak at a normal volume and pace
State who you are
Give a little background about yourself
Explain and provide context
Make that connection
Make the ask
Close out
Why can emojis get confusing for people?
Generational divide
Cultural divide
Sender and receiver interpretation of emojis may differ
Some emojis have evolved from their original meaning (ex. đ= crying or laughter)
Give one situation where calling someone might help avoid miscommunication vs texting them?
An urgent matter
A sensitive topic
Trying to resolve a conflict
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What is one of the biggest reasons people prefer digital communication over face-to-face communication?
Convenience/ efficiency
Accessibility
What is the most used social media platform in the US?
Facebook and YouTube
What are 2 ways you can network with UF faculty?
Go to the professorâs office hours
Become a TA
Connect with your advisors, professors, and alumni on LinkedIn
Get involved in research
What are the different interpretations of the đ emoji depending on the context?
Agreement, satisfaction, sarcasm, passive-aggression
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What are the different ways exclamation marks may be used?
To provide emphasis
To express sarcasm
To convey strong emotion (surprise, anger)
To show excitement or care
Whatâs one medium that combines qualities of face-to-face and digital communication? Give an example of platforms used for this type of communication.
Video calls/ conferencing: Teams, Zoom, FaceTime
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How can social media facilitate familial interpersonal communication? Name one platform thatâs commonly used amongst your family to communicate.
Helps form closer bonds between parents and children, creates shared experiences, increases interaction with those family members who are far away
Platforms: Instagram, WhatsApp
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If I have a virtual interview for an internship, what should I NOT do?
Donât have a busy background
Donât dress unprofessionally
Donât have poor lighting
Donât take the call in a place with poor internet
Donât look around you, at the ceiling, or read from a script (maintain eye contact with the camera)
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You ask your friend about a hard assignment thatâs been very time consuming for both of you and they say âitâs going greatđâ What do they mean?
Theyâre working on the assignment and itâs not going well for them
Your friend: âHey could you please help me out with this problem?â
Your Reply: âyes of course no! tgats literaly wat Im working on enâ.
What is the message saying? How could what was sent cause miscommunication between others?
Actual message: âyes of course np (no problem)! Thatâs literally what Iâm working on rn (right now)â
Issues: various typos; your friend may think you donât want to help them; if this friend is older, they may not understand the abbreviations
Are there schools in Florida that use AI over traditional teachers? If yes, give an example of how this works and a con.
Yes, a private school in Miami is using AI to generate lesson plans and has guides present to step in if needed.
Cons: expensive, decreased emotional connection, too much screentime can impact cognitive development, privacy concerns
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Parasocial relationships can occur across all social media platforms, but are more prevalent in those thatâŚ
Additionally, name 1 platform.
...use video platforms since they have longer engagement times
Platforms: YouTube, TikTok, Twitch
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Youâre at the career fair, and decide to go up to a recruiter. What is the first thing you do and say to them?
Shake their hand
Ask them their name & introduce yourself
Naturally segue into your elevator pitch
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