Produced for @empowervmedia Edited & fact-checked by @jorgebscomm We have moved beyond the era of ‘guilty pleasures’ into a world where the spectacle is the primary mechanism of social organisation. (📷:@empowervmedia) O ur enduring fascination with reality television is a sophisticated interaction between media stimuli and the human cognitive architecture. At the heart of this engagement lies Cognitive Appraisal Theory , which suggests that our emotional responses to media are governed by how we evaluate the content in relation to our personal well-being. When a viewer engages with a reality show, they undergo a primary appraisal to determine if the on-screen drama is a threat or a benefit to their emotional state, followed by a secondary appraisal where they assess their own resources for coping with those emotions. This internal evaluation process explains why some viewers find the high-stakes conflict of competition shows exhilarating while others experience it as a...
In the ever-expanding digital landscape, where algorithms govern our online experiences, the concept of algorithmic literacy has become increasingly crucial. Algorithmic literacy refers to the ability to understand, interpret, and critically engage with the algorithms that shape our digital interactions. From social media feeds to search engine results, algorithms play a significant role in curating the content we consume, influencing our perceptions, decisions, and behaviours.
The concept of algorithmic literacy has become increasingly crucial.(📷 flickr)
Without algorithmic literacy users face unintended consequences. (📷 canva)
Algorithmic literacy is a critical skill for thriving in the digital age. By understanding how algorithms shape our online experiences and learning to navigate them effectively, individuals can harness the power of technology for positive change. As we strive for a more informed, empowered, and equitable digital society, algorithmic literacy serves as a cornerstone for progress and digital wellness.
Produced for @empowervmedia Edited & fact-checked by @jorgebscomm * Effective communication is a cornerstone of quality healthcare. (📷: carlow.edu ) Imagine sitting across from a doctor or nurse after days of pain or worry: the words they use and how they listen may change your entire experience of care. Communication is one of the foundations of healthcare; every patient interaction depends on it, from explaining a treatment to guiding recovery . Communication is a critical clinical competence because it establishes trust between providers and patients . When providers take time to listen and explain information clearly, patients tend to feel more at ease and errors become far less likely. Poor communication was shown to cause between 10% and 25% of patient safety incidents . In other words, talking and listening carefully isn’t just nice; it literally keeps patients safer and helps them heal. Healthcare Communication ▶️ 2m33s Building Trust Through Empathy and Clarity...
Produced for @empowervmedia Edited & fact-checked by @jorgebscomm Context collapse flattens the usual boundaries we manage in everyday life, making it hard to tailor our message to each group. (📷:colostate.edu) Context collapse occurs when formerly separate social contexts all come together into one audience space [1] [2] . In physical life we adjust our behaviour based on who we’re talking to (we speak differently to a boss than to old friends). But on social networks, those circles overlap. For example, a single Facebook post or tweet might be seen by your family, college friends, coworkers, and even strangers all at once. This is what Jessica Vitak calls “the flattening out of multiple distinct audiences” [1] . Because of this, information can suddenly spread far and wide (a casual comment intended for friends might end up reaching colleagues or acquaintances) [3] . 'Context Collapse' ▶️2m02s In practice, this mixing of audiences can be jarring. As one blogger v...
Produced by @jorgebscomm for @empowervmedia * FACT-CHECKED ✅ Digital media has reshaped not only how we access information but also how we experience time and meaning in our constantly connected world. (📷:progressive-charlestown) In the analogue era, clocks and other time-keeping devices carried a narrative rhythm; a visible arc that gave people a palpable sense of time passing. Today’s digital clocks, by contrast, lack a fluid narrative, presenting time in stark, static figures. This shift symbolically mirrors our current digital media environment, where the absence of narrative progression leads many to feel as though history or our future is abruptly ending. The sudden, disjunctive experience of digital time creates an emotional vacuum that some interpret as apocalyptic, pushing individuals toward the belief that everything is collapsing around them. Studies indicate that narrative deficits in digital interfaces contribute to user disorientation and heightened anxiety ...
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