How did social media and digital technology help to bring about and influence this movement?

Journal 9Provide an example of a social movement in the last three years that has been aided by digital activism. How did social media and digital technology help to bring about and influence this movement? Include a link to reputable, relevant source that describes the movement and its participants’ use of social media/digital technology and be sure to integrate the source into your response.As a result of this activism, did large-scale, macro-level disruptive change occur? To what extent — to what degree? If not, why not? Be specific.Readings1. Bennett, W. Lance, and Segerberg, Alexandra. “The logic of connective action: Digital media and the personalization of contentious politics.”Information, Communication & Society.(2012) 15:5:739-768.http://www.academia.edu/3054585/The_Logic_of_Connective_Action(Links to an external site.)2. Bennett, W. Lance. “Changing citizenship in the digital age.”Civic life online: Learning how digital media can engage youth. (2008) 1:1-24. http://mitp-content-server.mit.edu:18180/books/content/sectbyfn?collid=books_pres_0&fn=9780262524827_sch_0001.pdf&id=7893(Links to an external site.)Carr, David. “Hashtag activism, and its limits.” The New York Times Online. (2012) https://indianexpress.com/article/news-archive/web/hashtag-activism-and-its-limits/Journal 10Select a “media franchise” that you have enjoyed or participated in. Describe this franchise and your participation in it.How have “traditional,” “new,” and “emerging digital” media converged in the production and consumption of this franchise?Readings1. Scolari, Carlos A. “Media evolution: Emergence, dominance, survival and extinction in the media ecology.”International Journal of Communication(2013): 7:24.Media evolution(PDF)2. Lutz, Ashley. “These six corporations control 90% of media in America.” Business Insider. (2012)http://www.businessinsider.com/these-6-corporations-control-90-of-the-media-in-america-2012-6(Links to an external site.)3. Ritzer, George, and Jurgenson, Nathan. “Production, consumption, prosumption: The nature of capitalism in the age of the digital ‘prosumer’.”Journal of Consumer Culture.(2010) 10:1:13-36.Production, consumption, prosumptionJournal 11Which of the coping mechanisms that Rainie and Wellman describe in Chapter 10 are you already doing (they are also on the last slide of the powerpoint and webcam lecture you watched for today)?Which will be the greatest challenge for you? Why?Readings2. Sadowski, Jathan. “The business of living forever.” Slate. (2013) http://www.slate.com/articles/business/billion_to_one/2013/11/dmitry_itskov_2045_initiative_eternal_living_through_science.html(Links to an external site.)The business of living forever(Links to an external site.)3. Thierer, Adam. “Muddling through: How we learn to cope with technological change.” The Technology Liberation Front. (2014)http://techliberation.com/2014/06/17/muddling-through-how-we-learn-to-cope-with-technological-change/(Links to an external site.) Muddling through(Links to an external site.)4. Anderson, Janna and Rainie, Lee. “15 theses about the digital future.” Pew Internet and American Life Project.(2014)http://www.pewinternet.org/2014/03/11/digital-life-in-2025/(Links to an external site.)each journal must be 225-300 words

Analyze the technical evolution of digital piracy including the impact of new digital formats such as CD, DVD, MP3, and MP4 to intellectual property piracy.

Evolution of Piracy and Corresponding LegislationPrior to beginning work on this assignment, read Chapter 5 in the textbook and view the Digital (Links to an external site.)Piracy(Links to an external site.)(Links to an external site.) and Steve Wozniak: Digital Piracy(Links to an external site.) videos. You must include at least one additional scholarly and/or professional source for your paper. You may wish to review the recommended resources for this week for assistance with this research. You may also access the MSCJ Professional Sources(Links to an external site.) guide for assistance with finding appropriate resources.Theft of intellectual property, such as music and video recordings, has been commonplace for many years. During the 1970s and 1980s portable inexpensive recording devices made piracy of video and music relatively easy to accomplish. With the advent of the MP3 and MP4 formats utilized to compress large files for data storage and portability, piracy has flourished. Motion pictures, music, and data can now be easily accessed via small personal computerized devices such as cellular phones, tablets, and MP3 players. In addition, large files can be easily stored on digital flash drives often no bigger than a coin. This has enabled digital pirates to safely store movies, music, and data for transport to locations on a global scale.In this paper, you mustAnalyze the technical evolution of digital piracy including the impact of new digital formats such as CD, DVD, MP3, and MP4 to intellectual property piracy.Explain the growth of innovative file sharing such as peer-to-peer (P2P) and Internet Relay Chat (IRC) and their impact on the methods for detecting and preventing intellectual property piracy.Trace the evolution of legislation and organizations such as the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the Copyright Act of 1976, No Electronic Theft (NET) Act, and Directive 91/250/EEC/2009/24/EC designed to curtail and prevent digital piracy.The Evolution of Piracy and Corresponding Legislation paper:Must be three to five double-spaced pages (750-1,250 words) in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Writing Center(Links to an external site.).Must include a separate title page with the following:Title of paperStudent’s nameCourse name and numberInstructor’s nameDate submittedMust use at least three scholarly sources in addition to the course text.Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Writing Center.Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Writing Center.Required ResourcesTextHolt, T. J., Bossler, A. M., & Seigfried-Spellar, K. C. (2018).Cybercrime and digital forensics: An introduction (2nd ed.). Retrieved from https://www.vitalsource.com/Chapter 4: Malware and Automated Computer AttacksChapter 5: Digital Piracy and Intellectual Property TheftArticleCISCO. (n.d.). What is the difference: Viruses, worms, trojan horses, and bots? (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from http://www.cisco.com/web/about/security/intelligence/virus-worm-diffs.htmlThis online resource, by Cisco Systems, contains detailed explanations of computer viruses, worms, Trojan horses, and bots. It will assist you in the development of this week’s discussion posts.Accessibility Statement is not availablePrivacy Policy(Links to an external site.)MultimediaLarkin, D. [Dom Larkin]. (2014, June 8). Digital Piracy(Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMaXj1Kjis8IgnorantPCFanboys. (2011, September 22).Steve Wozniak: Digital piracy(Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJRSjFqu-8QMr. Ford’s Class. (2014, January 21).Technology in 10: Malware, Viruses, Worms, and More (Season 1 – Episode 3)(Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29LOaxPwPPURecommended ResourcesDissertationLough, D. L. (2001). A taxonomy of computer attacks with applications to wireless networks(Links to an external site.) (Doctoral dissertation, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University). Retrieved from https://theses.lib.vt.edu/theses/available/etd-04252001-234145/unrestricted/lough.dissertation.pdfThis dissertation examines in detail the variety of attacks that can be levied at computers and provides a taxonomy of such criminal activity. Special attention is given to attacks vie wireless networks.ArticleHinduja, S. (2003). Trends and patterns among online software pirates(Links to an external site.). Ethics and Information Technology, 5(1), 49-61. Retrieved from http://www.springer.com/computer/swe/journal/10676The full-text version of this article is available through the ProQuest database in the University of Arizona Global Campus Library. This article provides information on the trends and patterns of software pirates working on a university campus. It may assist you in the development of this week’s activities.MultimediaarXter. (2009, January 8). HARDtalk: The music industry – Digital music & piracy(Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnpntZLnF7wImperva. (2014, January 30).Automated hacking tools – Meet the new rock stars in the cyber underground(Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TE21JrVWlHUWebsitesMSCJ Professional Sources(Links to an external site.). (http://ashford-mscj.weebly.com)This resource site will provide assistance in researching additional sources for the assessments within this course.

Do you perceive any social or political bias in the way the material is presented?

Discussion Forum: Social Class Bias?Consider the following: video segment(Links to an external site.)Discuss what you consider the most valid and legitimate points made in the segment as well as any points you feel are not valid or legitimate. Explain your reasoning. Also, consider the video segment in regards to any overall bias or social agenda you perceive. Did the segment examine the issue objectively? Do you perceive any social or political bias in the way the material is presented? If you do perceive any social or political bias in the segment (and understanding that most media productions will have some subjective points), how high is the level of bias? Why does it matter, in your opinion, and how would you change the segment to be more objective?This exercise is meant to elicit discussion of social bias, social perception, the influence of media, as well as individual experiences and culture, and become better aware of our own attitudes and culture so that we can strive for more objective and understanding discourse in regard to social class and culture and its impact on behavior. Consider how such forces as media, for example, impact our own individual worldview and our expectations for social behavior and discourse.Submit the main post, with a heading. Your main post should be substantive and 500-word minimum. Be clear and concise.Add References

Develop an integrated crime theory with components of both perspectives/theories used.

Students will submit a research paper comparing and contrasting 2 or more theories of crime and developing an integrated crime theory with components of both existing perspectives. This paper should be no less than 12 typed pages.Include the following elements:comparing and contrasting 2 or more theories of crimeDevelop an integrated crime theory with components of both perspectives/theories used.12 typed pages, double spaced, using Times Roman or Courier and 12 point font.The paper should consist of an introduction, literature review, critical assessment of at least two existing theories (with headings), an integrated theory section.APA format.10 or more references should be adequate. Follow the latest APA guidelines for the reference list and citing in the paper.Include Title, Abstract, and Bibliography pages. These are not included in the page count. For example, one might explore the integration of the General Theory of Self Control and Social Learning Theory, highlighting the importance of parental involvement and training during childhood in the development of self-control. Use at least 8 sources and follow APA format for this paper.

What persuasive techniques would you employ to encourage students to attend

InstructionsRead Case Activity: Persuading People to Help Fund-Raise on page 168 of your text. Answer the Writing Prompt questions.In the Assignment Submission area, click Write Submission to type your response, or copy and paste your response directly into the screen. You may also click Browse My Computer to attach a file containing your response.Case Activity: Persuading People to Help Fund-RaiseYou have been elected philanthropic chair for your sorority or fraternity. Past fund-raising events have been well attended by your members, but lacked buy-in from alumni and community members. Your organization is planning to host a barbecue picnic during homecoming to raise money for the local Boys and Girls Club.Your task is to persuade not only students, but also alumni attending homecoming to participate in your fund-raiser.What persuasive techniques would you employ to encourage students to attend? What different techniques would you need to use to reach alumni?

what is the most heavily-debated parts of that topic and why do the answers to that debate matter

Now that we are beginning Unit 2, you will need to narrow your topic. You have collected avariety of sources on your topic in Unit 1,however, Unit 2 will focus specifically on answering a research question. But how do you pick a good research question? This activity will help you pick one, which will be approved by your instructor.Step 1:Youshould first read page 368-373 of your textbook (starting from the section “Narrow Your Topic”). Use this section of the textbook to understand the work you’ve already done to gather background information and why it’s important to narrow your topic. Pay particular attention to the examples of research questions provided by the book.Step 2:Using this section of the textbook to guide your response, answer the following questions.What has your topic in the class been so far? What is the puzzle or problem at the center of the topic (in other words, what is the most heavily-debated parts of that topic and why do the answers to that debate matter)?What do you want your research question to be for Unit 2? Remember that research questions are literally questions (with question marks) that you hope to answer by looking at several sources on the topic. Please write your research question as a question.You can suggest two research questions if you aren’t sure.Note: Research questions tend to focus on problems/solutions. For example, if I hear that my county is looking into changing the bus routes, I may do some preliminary research, then settle on the research question should voters support the change in bus routes? A bad research question would be too narrow, such as a question that can be answered with just one source (for example, “what are the current bus routes?”) You want to ask a question that allows you enter a debate, read several sources, and leave with a clear answer to your question. If I focus on a question like should voters support thechange in bus routes? I would need several sources covering a variety of information before I could answer that question.Bad research questions can be too big or too broad (for example, do the bus systems in the U.S. work efficiently?)–if the question would take hundreds of sources to answer, it’s probably not appropriate, since this class won’t allow that much time.Based on the research you’ve done so far, what do you know about possible answers to your question (that you listed in #2)? What do you need to look into before you can answer your research question?Think of one specific group of people or audience for your research. Who specifically does this research matter to and why? Here, do not say everyone. Instead, identify at least one specific group that would be particularly interested in your research question and the answers/solutions to this question. For example, if I was researching the effects of COVID-19 infection on an unborn fetus, then one of my specific audiences would be pregnant women. Another specific audience could be obstetricians (medical doctors who work with pregnant women, deliver babies, etc.)

What has been your most significant learning experience?

The following short articles highlight the power of explaining concepts to others and responding to their anticipated questions. “Teaching” as an authentic practice exercise is nearly as effective as actually teaching others. The Feynman Technique is simple and intuitive. If you apply it regularly throughout your doctoral program, it will become second nature.What has been your most significant learning experience?What is one question that has generated that you would like to investigate further?Reflect on what each have taught you about organizational learning?

demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic.

This is a two-part assignment:Part 1: Locate five peer-reviewed articles published within the past 5 years related to a topic of interest you wish to explore for your dissertation research. Do not include book chapters, books, editorials, white papers, trade magazine articles, or non-peer-reviewed sources. Then, complete the following for each source in the form of an annotated bibliography:Begin each annotation with an APA formatted reference.Then, annotate the source with a block paragraph. The annotation should be double spaced, 200-250 words, including a brief synopsis of the article, the problem, the purpose, a description of the methodology, the findings, the recommendations for future research, and any particular strengths or weaknesses of the article.Part 2: After reviewing each annotation, describe the topic you wish to explore for your dissertation research. This topic should logically flow from the gaps in the literature noted in your annotations.Total Length:5-7 pages, not including title and reference pagesYour assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic.

Do you think that the importance of the visual medium, in this case, MTV, was a positive or negative development in the music industry?

Consider the importance of MTV in the careers of so many musicians who rose to fame in the 1980s. For this discussion, choose either Michael Jackson or Madonna, both of whom were considered multifaceted performers who rise to stardom was the direct result of MTV. Use the mashup tool to post one of their videos and respond to the following:Do you think that the importance of the visual medium, in this case, MTV, was a positive or negative development in the music industry?Were there any controversies associated with the video you chose? If so, what were they?Do you think that music videos help encourage performing artists to be more multifaceted? Or do you think that it detracts from the quality of the music by placing so much emphasis on non-musical elements?