Think about the ramifications of having ready access to information at all times. For example, how does this aspect affect you and your capacity to study this subject. What are 3 benefits and 3 negatives?

Whilst it is very convenient to be able to easily find and access information at literally the press of a button, there are certainly some negative consequences that arise as a result.

Pros:

• Instant and affordable information
• Digital and multi modal texts work together to create meaning on different information
• social media brings people together to express and discuss their views freely, on a topic from all around the globe.

Cons:

• information may unreliable
• people are becoming dependent on online information, neglecting print and published scholarly books.
• Illegal activity such as piracy, which is downloading or distributing materials such as movies or music, without the consent of the person who owns it- Authors might not get credited.

As a working mother of 2 children, studying and trying to maintain a household, the internet takes a great deal of pressure off me to be able to complete my studies. Had the information of this course been delivered on campus, I would not have been able to complete this master’s degree. The ease of accessibility anytime and anywhere, allows me to manage my time and complete readings and assignments at my own pace. I also enjoy the multi-modal aspect of this subject to deliver information- through videos, posters and e-books.