Lecture Notes on Control, Assessment Criteria, and Social Media

Control, Power, and Narrative

• Generally, individuals or entities often lack control.
• Access is a key factor, determining who has control and power
• Power dynamics are linked to the economy, infrastructure, and the digital divide.
• Those with a flourishing economy tend to have control and power.
• Control and power enable the ability to control the narrative and communication.

Word Count Requirements

• Essays should be between 1,500 and 2,000 words.
• There is a leeway of 500 words within this range.
• Writing less than 1,500 words will result in penalties.
• If the essay is one minute late, there is a 15\% penalty.
• Submissions after 24 hours will receive a zero grade.
• There is no leniency for exceeding the 2,000-word limit.

Referencing and Sources

• A minimum of six academic sources is required.
• "At least" means six or more, not four or five.

Conclusion Importance

• The conclusion is important and contributes to the overall word count.

Assessment Expectations

• Assessments should integrate theory and content from prescribed texts, textbooks, and additional sources provided.
• Demonstrate insights beyond the prescribed material by conducting research.
• Essays should follow a logical sequence.

Social Media and Communication

• Mixit was mentioned as an early messaging app that facilitated communication.
• Social media platforms rely on the Internet and WiFi to function.