The Relational Uses
socialization impact of media definition:
depictions of relationships in media provide models of behavior that inform people about how to engage in relationships.
With whom would you typically share relationships with on your cell phone?
friends, family, classmates, coworkers
What are the two types of connections are in social networks?
core ties and significant ties
What is concurrent media use?
When you use media not in isolation, but using two or more media systems simultaneously.
______ do not use technology and media as solitary beings. Rather, _____ use technology and media as relators.
Individuals, people
What type of connections develop through the shared use and understanding of cell phones?
Relational connections
True or false: Increased use of the internet actually leads to increased interaction with friends and family, not only online but offline as well.
True
On average, how many times do people touch/swipe/click on their phones per day?
Over 2,600 times a day
What are the 4 relational needs that are achieved through use of technology and media?
definition of microcoordination:
the unique management of social interaction made possible through cell phones
True or false: Social networking users in particular indicated feeling more isolated.
False
group of users who tend to be active when it comes to posting, making comments on other users posts, making friendship requests and engaging in other activities.
The use of technology spreads through _____ among friends more than through any other means.
WOM (word of mouth)
What other technology/media besides cell phones offers the same sort of abilities such as constant access, availability, boundaries, social coordination?
synchronous - communication in which people react real time
asynchronous - communication in which there is a delay between message and response
facetime vs email
Around how many times do people check their phones per day?
Around 47 times
What is media literacy?
the learned ability to access, interpret, and evaluate media products.
What are some impacts cell phones have on interactions amongst people? (multiple correct answers)
* constant connection/availability
*boundaries and closeness
*shared experience
*social coordination
What is the list of connections?
These lists help people keep track of their social networks and can make connections more real and available.
What needs are generated from these online/internet relationships?
intimacy, security, entertainment, knowledge, self worth