On-line Communication Applications Research Articles

Rise of Online Communication during COVID-19

Abstract: With the rise in the use for social media and online communication applications has increased over the last year as a result of the pandemic, especially office work and education shifting to online mode, apps like these have gained extensive popularity and have turned out to be a savior for the world. Our innovation, Adept, is a platform used by people for work related communication and aims for college students too. It has many benefits over other messaging platforms in the market. Thus, Adept is a web messaging app that resembles its major features as the outcome of this project. This project is a challenging project for us, giving us the opportunity to work on a full stack idea that can easily find itself a place in the real world and the industry as a viable and useful product. Keywords: Professional Communication, Web messaging, Student platform, Online communication

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION FOR DISTANCE LEARNING

The purpose of this study was to determine effective communication for distance learning. Which is viewed from the presence, response, understanding information from lecturers, and use of student communication applications in effective communication for distance lectures. This research uses descriptive quantitative method. Data were collected by administering a questionnaire accompanied by the reasons for choosing the answer chosen. The data in this study were analyzed descriptively which was presented in the form of a round diagram to describe effective communication for distance learning for students of the Islamic Education study program at the Tarbiyah Muhammadiyah University of Tanjung Redeb. The results showed that the attendance of students on a predetermined class schedule was 92%. Judging from the student response from the presence of lecturers by 100%. In terms of the student's ability to understand information from the lecturer, 55%. And in terms of online communication applications that are easier to use by students who are learning distance, WhatsApp is 62%. This shows that the message delivered by lecturers in distance learning can be accepted by all students. And the use of WhatsApp as a communication application that is most widely used by students has helped to realize effective communication for long-distance lectures.

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION FOR DISTANCE LEARNING

The purpose of this study was to determine effective communication for distance learning. Which is viewed from the presence, response, understanding information from lecturers, and use of student communication applications in effective communication for distance lectures. This research uses descriptive quantitative method. Data were collected by administering a questionnaire accompanied by the reasons for choosing the answer chosen. The data in this study were analyzed descriptively which was presented in the form of a round diagram to describe effective communication for distance learning for students of the Islamic Education study program at the Tarbiyah Muhammadiyah University of Tanjung Redeb. The results showed that the attendance of students on a predetermined class schedule was 92%. Judging from the student response from the presence of lecturers by 100%. In terms of the student's ability to understand information from the lecturer, 55%. And in terms of online communication applications that are easier to use by students who are learning distance, WhatsApp is 62%. This shows that the message delivered by lecturers in distance learning can be accepted by all students. And the use of WhatsApp as a communication application that is most widely used by students has helped to realize effective communication for long-distance lectures.

Generation Lockdown: Exploring possible predictors of technology phobia during the Coronavirus self-isolation period

The purpose of this article is to present possible psychological consequences of using ICT, especially online communication applications, during the Coronavirus lockdown. With humans already testing their mental fortitude due to the enforced isolation period, the paper proposes that predictors of technology phobia such as computer anxiety may also arise. The root causes of technophobia are centred around computer dependency, data surveillance, information overload, poor user experience and personality type. Furthermore, scenarios such as a complete internet shutdown, the development of social distancing apps and the introduction of 5G are also dissected within the article. Finally, the reader is presented with ideas on feasible solutions and coping mechanisms in dealing with technology-related stress. It seems evident that there exists a need for academia and governmental entities to work in- tandem in order to implement common-sense legislation.

Interactions of impulsivity, general executive functions, and specific inhibitory control explain symptoms of social-networks-use disorder: An experimental study

While the use of social media and online-communication applications has become an integral part of everyday life, some individuals suffer from an excessive, uncontrolled use of social media despite experiencing negative consequences. In accordance with neuropsychological models of addiction, we assume the tendency of a social-networks-use disorder to be related to an interplay of predisposing personality traits (e.g., impulsivity), and reductions in cognitive functions (e.g., executive functions, inhibitory control). The current study makes first strides towards examining this interplay. In addition to a newly developed social-networks-specific auditory Go-NoGo paradigm, other neuropsychological paradigms were used. Impulsivity and social-networks-use-disorder symptoms were assessed by standardized questionnaires. The results show that the symptom severity of a social-networks-use disorder is mainly associated with attentional impulsivity. General executive functions and specific inhibitory control of social-networks-related cues have no direct effect on symptom severity. However, moderated regression analyses emphasize that increased symptom severity is associated with higher attentional impulsivity, especially if there are additionally reductions in executive functions or specific inhibitory control. The results complement previous findings and inform future research on social-networks-use disorder. The findings support the applicability of theoretical models of addictive behaviors to the social-networks-use disorder and point to social-networks-related specificities regarding attention-related facets.

PELATIHAN INTERNET MARKETING PADA SISWA SMK MUHAMMADIYAH 2 YOGYAKARTA

Muhammadiyah 2 Yogyakarta Vocational School is located at Jl. Tukangan No.1, Tegal Panggung, Danurejan, Yogyakarta City, Special Region of Yogyakarta 55212. Muhammadiyah 2 Vocational School Yogyakarta has 3 departments. Department of network and computer engineering, accounting, and office administration. At present there are 325 students of Muhammadiyah Vocational High School 2 Yogyakarta. The latest curriculum used by Muhammadiyah 2 Yogyakarta Vocational School is the 2017 curriculum. Using this curriculum it is expected that students have creativity and entrepreneurial product expertise competencies. In order to achieve these competencies students of class X SMK obtain digital simulation and communication subjects. In this lesson students learn communication in online networks, online communication applications, virtual classes, virtual classroom learning, video presentations, video presentations for branding and marketing, visual simulations, preproduction stage visual simulation processing applications, visual stage simulation processing applications production, stage visual simulation processing applications, postproduction, digital books, digital book formats, and digital book publications. Therefore, to support students having these competencies, internet marketing or online marketing is needed. Muhammadiyah 2 Yogyakarta Vocational School has a business charity to support students' abilities in the form of computer and laptop services. The computer and laptop service services are located next to Muhammadiyah 2 Vocational School in Yogyakarta. The results of these computer and laptop service services have not been maximized due to lack of marketing (marketing). Students of Muhammadiyah 2 Yogyakarta Vocational School after graduating in large part did not continue to the undergraduate level, they chose to work immediately. But the Regional Minimum Wage for vocational school graduates is relatively low, therefore they need additional income by entrepreneurship. The existence of these problems, the authors provide solutions with internet marketing training to support the competence of the students' expertise. This training is also useful for students of Muhammadiyah 2 Yogyakarta Vocational School to supplement their income by entrepreneurship using the use of internet marketing as a promotional media. Keywords : internet marketing, promotion, entrepreneurship, marketing, online

Internet-Communication Disorder: It's a Matter of Social Aspects, Coping, and Internet-Use Expectancies.

Online communication applications such as Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter are some of the most frequently used Internet applications. There is a growing amount of individuals suffering diminished control over their use of online communication applications which leads to diverse negative consequences in offline life. This could be referred to as Internet-communication disorder (ICD). The current study investigates the role of individual characteristics (e.g., psychopathological symptoms, feelings of loneliness) and specific cognitions. In a sample of 485 participants a structural equation model was tested to investigate predictors and mediators which may predict an excessive use. The results emphasize that a higher level of social loneliness and less perceived social support enhance the risk of a pathological use. The effects of psychopathological symptoms (depression and social anxiety) as well as individual characteristics (self-esteem, self-efficacy, and stress vulnerability) on ICD symptoms are mediated by Internet-use expectancies and dysfunctional coping mechanisms. The results illustrate mediation effects which are in line with the theoretical model by Brand et al. (2016). As suggested in the model social aspects seem to be key predictors of ICD symptoms. Further research should investigate convergent and divergent factors of other types of specific Internet-use disorders.

Social networking sites and contact risks among Flemish youth

This study investigates how teenagers use social networking sites (SNS) and other online communication applications, to what extent they are exposed to online contact risks related to the use of these online tools and how they cope with these risks. A written survey was administered among 815 Flemish adolescents aged 14–19. The study controls for sociodemographics and psychosocial factors, and it concludes that boys, pupils in technical or vocational education, adolescents living in lower SES families, teens with either low or high self-confidence and those having a bad relationship with their parents are more at-risk.

New Developments in Nutrition Education Using Computer Technology

In recent years, computer applications have emerged as viable means of gathering and disseminating nutrition information. Both stand-alone and on-line applications are being used to provide information on and training in nutrition education for the public, paraprofessionals, and professionals. While the use of on-line communication applications such as electronic mail (e-mail), electronic discussion groups, and list-servs are just emerging as important tools among nutrition educators, the exponential growth of the Internet and the World Wide Web are making these technologies more and more accessible. Nutrition educators are encouraged to explore the opportunities and challenges of these new technologies to enhance their work.