Category: Technology
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Aly Colon, Washington and Lee University – The New Gatekeepers of News
We’re all the gatekeepers of news today. Aly Colon, Professor of Media Ethics in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communications at Washington and Lee University, examines regular people spreading fake news online. Aly Colón is the Knight Professor of Media Ethics in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communications at Washington and Lee University. …
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Joe Moran, Liverpool John Moores University – Is Technology Making Us Shy?
Is technology making us shy? Joe Moran, professor of English and cultural history at Liverpool John Moores University, determines what new technologies can tell us about how we act behind our screens. I am a cultural historian focusing on Britain in the very recent past, with a particular interest in everyday life. Alongside my academic…
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Dwight DeWerth-Pallmeyer, Widener University – Smartphones in the Classroom
Students don’t like putting away their cellphones – even in class. Dwight DeWerth-Pallmeyer, associate professor of communication studies at Widener University, details one way to get students thinking about how much they use their devices and how this could help the classroom overall. Dwight DeWerth-Pallmeyer is an Associate Professor of Communication Studies at Widener University. …
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Russell Zwanka, SUNY New Paltz – Global Companies and Social Media
Global companies face a lot of challenges. Russell Zwanka, professor of marketing at SUNY New Paltz, discusses how social media can cause problems when one practice is accepted in one place, but not in another. Dr. Russell J. Zwanka is a lecturer at SUNY New Paltz teaching courses in Category Management, Food Retail Management, Marketing…
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Laura Sonter, University of Vermont – Nature and Selfies
Taking selfies in nature could help the outdoor space you’re visiting. Laura Sonter, Postdoctoral researcher at the University of Vermont, describes how she used uploaded photos to see where people are visiting the great outdoors and if this should be where the money goes. Laura is a post-doctoral research associate at the Gund Institute for…
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Chris Ferguson, Stetson University – Sex on TV and Teen Behavior
Does more sexual content in mass media lead to more teen sexual behavior? Chris Ferguson, associate professor of psychology at Stetson University, examines this question. Christopher Ferguson holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from the University of Central Florida. He has clinical experience particularly in working with offender and juvenile justice populations as well as…
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Anthony Vance, Brigham Young University – Security Warnings
Not everyone pays attention to security warnings on their computer. Anthony Vance, associate professor of information systems at Brigham Young University, discusses when the best time may be for people to act on these notifications. Anthony Vance is an Associate Professor of Information Systems in the Marriott School of Management of Brigham Young University. He…
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Jean Twenge, San Diego State University – Are Millennials More Sexually Active?
Are millennials more sexually active than previous generations? Jean Twenge, professor of psychology at San Diego State University, explores if social media and other factors have led to a rise in sexual exploration among youth. Jean M. Twenge, Professor of psychology at San Diego State University, is the author of more than 100 scientific publications and…
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Robert Edgell, SUNY Polytechnic Institute – Health & A.I.
Artificial intelligence could help you make healthier food choices. Robert Edgell, professor of technology management at SUNY Polytechnic Institute, details how AI can help keep you on the right dietary track. Dr. Robert Edgell is an Assistant Professor of Technology Management at SUNY Polytechnic Institute and a Visiting Professor at the Swiss Business School in…
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Mary Caton-Rosser, Black Hills State University – Use of Online Technologies in Higher Education
The flow of communication in classrooms is faster than ever before. Mary Caton-Rosser, Associate Professor of Mass Communication at Black Hills State University, explores what this means for students and professors as they adapt to a changing world. Mary Caton-Rosser (PhD, University of Colorado) is Associate Professor of Mass Communication at Black Hills State University…