Annotated Bibliography

 References

Alshahrani, H., & Pennington, D. (2021). “Maybe we can work together”: researchers’ outcome expectations for sharing knowledge on social media. Global Knowledge, Memory and Communication, 70(4/5), 377–398. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.1108/GKMC-07-2020-0093

            The work provided by Alshahrani and Pennington explores the potential outcome researchers (mainly academic staff and PhD students) expect from utilizing social media to share knowledge and the subsequent impacts of its use. The intent was to determine whether or not social media can effectively be used to share ideas and promote research in a modern setting. By surveying a population of university students and staff, it was found that both positive and negative impacts of social media use for the dissemination of information occurred. The authors also indicate that other studies have supported their findings as well. Scholarly references are provided to substantiate any outside claims. The study was careful to provide accompanying research that supported both positive and negative outcomes of the findings. “Maybe We Can Work Together” is relevant because it not only looks at how current professionals navigate changing communication technologies, but it also addresses societies expectations of mass media.

Bencsik, A., & Juhasz, T. (2023). Impact of Technostress on Work-Life Balance. Human Technology, 19(1), 41–61. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.14254/1795-6889.2023.19-1.4

            Bencsik and Juhasz’s study works to uncover the correlation between the use of professional information technology (ICT) and technostress on the workforce. High risk causes that could potentially produce a negative work-life impact were identified, then a proprietary model was created to test those concerns. Factors such as loss of leisure time due to techno-overload and insecurity resulting from lack of ICT competence revealed the greatest impacts with outcomes influencing both personnel and overall organizational performance. A large list of professional and scholarly references accompanies the study which is peer reviewed. The authors both have sound credentials and the report is balanced in validating its findings and providing appropriate complimentary studies to support the research. “Impact of Technostress on Work-Life Balance” is relevant because it touches on the human aspect of how technology has begun to impact the workforce. It highlights the potential negative outcomes of an overly digital landscape that can       eventually cause harm to not only employees but organizations as well.  

Budanceva, J., & Svirina, A. (2023). Consumption of Cultural Content in the Digital Environment in the Post-Pandemic Latvia. Economics & Culture, 20(2), 76–87. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.2478/jec-2023-0017

            The study conducted by Budanceva and Svirina looks at the timeline of pre- and post-COVID 19 to determine if/how digital consumption in teens and young adults shifted. They also investigated what cultural content was being consumed and possible indicators as to why. Findings showed that digital media intake did in fact rise post-pandemic for several key reasons including ease and speed of online activities, constant access to digital platforms by way of mobile devices, increased connectivity to friends, and a wide variety of content to explore. The authors’ work includes a sound list of academic references and is peer reviewed. The study is also careful to explore both pre- and post- COVID periods equally to determine thorough findings. “Consumption of Cultural Content in the Digital Environment” is relevant because it investigates a significant period of technological change in modern times. The pandemic altered communications on a global scale including the cultural views of digital media and its uses.

Chettah, M., Aissani, R., & Chettah, B. (2022). The Impact of Information and Communication Technologies on Journalism in the Digital Era A Descriptive and Critical Approach. 2022 International Arab Conference on Information Technology (ACIT), Information Technology (ACIT), 2022 International Arab Conference On, 1–7. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.1109/ACIT57182.2022.9994114

            Chettah et al. (2022) examines the transformation of the communication field as it pertains to the introduction of new information technologies and how they impact not only professionals but also the audience. Attention is given to the rapid changes to various mediums of communication regarding the speed of messaging, flexibility in the creation and distribution of content, as well as increased viewer interactivity. The authors then highlight through their research the importance of journalism institutions and professionals alike to accept the unavoidable transition towards a digital landscape. The article provides an extensive list of scholarly references that support the ideas presented and is peer reviewed. “The Impact of Information and communication Technologies on Journalism” is relevant because it outlines how information and communication technologies (ICT) affect journalism, what areas are seeing significant advancements, how journalists can utilize modern ICTs to advance their profession, and future trends and ethical implications of industry changes.

Haepp, T. (2022). New technologies and employee well-being: the role of training provision. Applied Economics Letters, 29(13), 1211–1216. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.1080/13504851.2021.1922579

            This research centers around the perceived impacts of technology on the labor market and how they may impact future employment. The study was based on employees of German companies and worked to measure their overall well-being against the backdrop of workplace training, potential skills gaps, and the positive impact of education on new technologies. The author found there were no overarching negative effects of new technologies in the workplace to employee well-being. Data revealed that the key factor to positive outcomes when new systems were introduced was adequate technology-specific training. The only other factor to negatively impact employee wellness was a fear that previously acquired skills would become obsolete once new technologies were introduced. Haepp includes a full list of scholarly sources as references and the paper is peer reviewed. The author is associated with the Institute for Employment Research (IAB) in Germany. “New Technologies and Employee Well-Being” is relevant because it offers recent data that supports the argument that sufficient employee training can alleviate/eliminate dissatisfaction with the introduction of modern technologies for professionals.

Kirchhoff, S. (2022). Journalism Education’s Response to the Challenges of Digital Transformation: A Dispositive Analysis of Journalism Training and Education Programs. Journalism Studies, 23(1), 108–130. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.1080/1461670X.2021.2004555

Kirchhoff (2022) questions how the rapid challenge of digitalization impacts the ability for communication professionals to receive adequate education and training. Special attention is given to what alterations professional programs must make to meet the demands of a changing technologies while also exploring the necessary skills that are needed to be successful. The comprehensive study analyzes sixty-seven programs, examines the integration of updated curricula, and discusses educator awareness of modern technological trends in journalism. The author offered credible resources to back her claims throughout as well as numerous charts and data to showcase her findings. “Journalisms Education’s Response to the Challenges of Digital Transformation” is relevant because it looks at a broad range of concerns surrounding the future of a massive communication industry. In addition, the study also offers insights into the importance of continuing education to remain up to date on changing technologies and how to endure ongoing transformations.

Ruangkanjanases, A., Hsu, S.-L., Wu, Y. J., Chen, S.-C., & Chang, J.-Y. (2020). What Drives Continuance Intention towards Social Media? Social Influence and Identity Perspectives. SUSTAINABILITY, 12(17), 7081. https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.3390/su12177081

            The authors of this study used the expectation confirmation model (ECM) to propose a new framework for social media communities to increase engagement, promote growth, and build sustainable platforms for both consumers and enterprises. Research found that among a highly competitive digital communication world, groups generally seek out several key factors in interactive channels. Similar social identities and perceived usefulness and satisfaction were both vital indicators of platform loyalty. The necessity for companies to effectively promote their brands on social media is emphasized by focusing on what users look for on various platforms.  Social influence was a primary concentration of the study as well as the composition of virtual communities including their values, goals, and norms. The authors provided a substantial number of scholarly references to defend their claims as well as thorough empirical evidence. “What Drives Continuance Intention Towards Social Media” is relevant because it investigates society’s expectations of mass media.