Assessing a Scientific Study, "Students Addicted to Social Media"

  • Due May 5, 2016 by 11:30am
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We've now had a chance to discuss the topic of social media, Web 2.0, democratizing web tools, echo chambers, and identity construction. For Thursday, we will read about a scientific study ("Students Addicted to Social Media" Signs of Life 483-87) concerning college students and social media. To prepare for the discussion, answer the following questions in paragraph form.

Use formal writing; avoid using first person. 300-500 words.

  1. What are the symptoms of addiction to social media, according to the International Center for Media and the Public Agenda study conducted at the University of Maryland?
  2. What can journalists learn from this study?
  3. What is the primary reason for the use of digital media for the students in this study?
  4. In your own words, how can people's reliance on social media be considered an "addiction"?
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