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Assessment 4: ICT4D Applications in Core Sectors of Development

byCharlotte Lungile HLENGWA-Monday, 6 February 2023, 3:14 PM

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ASSESSMENT 4 (FORUM DISCUSSION)

TOTAL: 50 marks

InSocial Media, Development and Governance, we are introduced to the basic characteristics of social media such as:

PARTICIPATION- social media encourages contributions and feedback from everyone who is interested. It blurs the line between media and audience.

OPENNESS- most social media services are open to feedback and participation. They encourage voting, comments and the sharing of information. There are rarely any barriers to accessing and making use of content - password-protected content is frowned on.

CONVERSATION- whereas traditional media is about "broadcast" (content transmitted or distributed to an audience), social media is better seen as a two-way conversation.

COMMUNITY- social media allows communities to form quickly and communicate effectively. Communities share common interests, such as a love of photography, a political issue or a favorite TV show.

CONNECTEDNESS- most kinds of social media thrive on their connectedness, making use of links to other sites, resources and people.

SECTION A: (25 marks)

Social media in crime prevention and community safety

Lesson 2and the eTextSocial Media, Development and Governance) is relevant to assist you in this section. You will need to further search the internet to provide discussion on the social media platforms mentioned below.

discuss howTiktokorTwittercan be used in crime prevention and community safety. In the discussion,include the following:

1. Introduction

background information and featuresof your chosen social media platform. [5]

2. Body

theexplanationofhowthe chosen social media platform can be used for crime prevention and community safety.[5]

thebenefitsof using this platform.[5]

thedisadvantagesof using this platform.[5]

3. Conclusion[2]

4. Referencethe site(s) you have used.ApplyAPA referencing style(go to Lesson 0 for further assistance). [3]

SECTION B: (25 marks)

Drone technology in Society

InLesson 3, you have come to understand and appreciate the increasing use of Drones in society. You have also understood thedifferent sectors, such as medicine, entertainment, security, military, and agriculture,that can benefit from the use of Drones. Answer the following:

1. Describethe main features of a drone.[5]
2. Explainhow drone technology can be used in any sector of society.[5]
3. What are the potential risks of using drone technologies?[2]
4. What are the South African laws/ regulations/rules that one should be aware of before using drone technologies? Name at least 5.[5]
5. Replyto at least two (2) of the other student's posts(inQuestion 2)with your comments as to what you think of their views on
6. Referencethe site(s) you have used.ApplyAPA