Purpose
This essay will enable you to understand the extent to which social media companies have permeated into the lives of citizens, and the commodification of personal data of users of social media platforms.
Directions
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American pride themselves of their privacy and freedom. But to anyone who is conscious of the advancements in technology, these claims of privacy and freedom are becoming increasingly illusive.
- Identify and explain 2 of the underlying reasons for the shifts in attitude and tolerance about the invasion of our personal privacies.
- Identify and explain 2 ways you are under surveillance by your own technologies that you use routinely. It is important to be specific and precise.
- To what extent is your awareness of being watched by the technology you use modulating your behavior? Are you conscious of this? Why, or why not?
- Research and write about what someone had broadcasted or posted on social media came back to hunt them at a crucial point in their life.
Formatting: It is important that you cite and reference all your sources following the APA (7th edition) standardsLinks to an external site..
Length: about 2-3 pages. Strive for quality over quantity.
Submission:
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Grading
This assignment is worth 25 points toward your course grade and will be graded according to the essay grading rubric below.
Rubric
SOC 268 Essay 10 Grading Rubric
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExtent of concerns about personal privacy |
| 6 pts | ||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExtent of surveillance by personal technologies |
| 6 pts | ||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAdverse impact of social media |
| 5 pts | ||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGrammar and spelling |
| 4 pts | ||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIn-text citations and references |
| 4 pts | ||||
Total Points: 25 |
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