30
Apr
Punctuation in Digital Communication—How Can We Convey Social and Pragmatic Information?
by Abby Andrus
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The way we punctuate digital communications can provide the same contextual information that is typically communicated through non-verbal cues in face-to-face communication. The rules of...
28
Apr
Reciprocity and Reputation: Keys to Building an Online Community
by Merlin Blanchard
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Some online communities struggle to remain active, but others have had consistent engagement for over a decade. Is there a secret to their success? In...
26
Apr
How Face-Saving Politeness Strategies Can Improve Online Relationships
by Emma Rostrom
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Here’s how different types of face-saving politeness acts can have a positive effect on online relationships and mentor-mentee interactions. Now more than ever, online communication...
23
Apr
How to Use Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Cyberbullying to Make the Internet a Friendlier Place
by Madison Merkley
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Here’s how content creators can help reduce rates of cyberbullying and make the internet a more positive place for young audiences. With the saturation of...
19
Apr
That’s Rough, Buddy: How to Show Emotional Support on Social Media
by Phoebe English
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When your friends post about their problems online, how can you show support and friendship—without looking like a jerk? We’ve all had that moment. A...
16
Apr
The Role of Anonymity in Civil Online Political Discourse
by Sarah Griffin Anderson
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As online political discussions become more prevalent, how does anonymity affect the way we communicate across the political spectrum? If you’ve ever read through the...