Olivia’s Post

Personal Learning Networks and Digital Identity


Hi Olivia. I really enjoyed reading your post; you discussed a lot of important information. I liked when you discussed how social media allows us to network in a convenient way by removing barriers like time and distance. I use social media a lot to stay in touch with family and friends that live in other places, like you do. I am able to keep these connections by interacting with their posts and by messaging them on different platforms. I do not live close to many people in my family and this can be very difficult sometimes, but it makes it easier when I can still communicate with them on a regular basis. An example that comes mind when thinking about networking through social media is one of my friends that moved far away in grade 4. She moved to Israel with her family, so I do not see her often, but when I message her, it is very nice to catch up and learn how she is doing. This is one of the great benefits of having a digital identity.

Kiana’s Post

https://kianasblog.opened.ca/category/edci-338/

Hi Kiana! I really liked the examples you brought into your post. “Cancel culture” is something that is happening a lot right now, and it starts from one bad post or mistake. The other example of the person that was perfect for a job but did not get it because of something she posted really made me think about how these things stay with you and how they can impact your future. These show that one mistake online will be a part of your digital identity and can be seen forever. This is why I try to be careful online, especially since I am going to be a teacher. Like you said, I want to be seen as respectable and professional. I also agree with the list of questions you have. I think those are great things to think about before posting something in order to keep your digital identity clean. Like in the example you gave earlier, it would be awful for something you post to lead to major consequences for you later in your life. I look forward to reading more of your posts in the future!