New Books in Communications
Too Much Communication?
Dec 2, 2023
Professors Bill Cope and Mary Kalantzis discuss the overwhelming amount of communication in today's world. They delve into the impact of social media, the complexities of digital communication, and the evolving nature of communication. They also explore the differences between traditional and social media, their impact on education, and the competition among tech industry giants. Additionally, they discuss the concept of affordance in relation to cloud computing and AI, as well as the unfiltered expression and immediacy enabled by devices and cloud computing.
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Quick takeaways
- Communication in the digital age has shifted from personal connections to building an audience and attracting attention, leading to an overload of information.
- Social media design prioritizes profit and engagement over responsible communication, resulting in a flood of information, misinformation, and extreme views.
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The Impact of Social Media on Communication
The podcast explores the shift from social networks to social media. With the rise of platforms like Facebook and Twitter, communication has shifted from personal connections to building an audience and attracting attention. This transformation has been driven by the media model of broadcasting, incentivizing certain behaviors and leading to the prevalence of disinformation. While the digital age has opened up new possibilities for communication, it has also amplified extreme points of view and created an overload of information.
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