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The Dating Revolution: How Online Apps Changed How Teens See Love and Relationships
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Student-SM
Abstract This paper examines how online dating apps have completely changed the dating scene for young people. This study explores how these apps have reshaped how teens interact in relationships and understand intimacy. By looking at the rise of apps like Tinder and Bumble, the report will uncover the new norms they have created around…
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Swifttok: A community of creative collaboration
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Holly.C
Swifttok: A community of creative collaboration Abstract TikTok has become a forum for shared experiences, creativity and knowledge that can bring people from all over the world together, to share common interests. Taylor Swift fans are arguably one of the biggest fandoms in the world right now, and with the help of TikTok, they…
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The Power of BookTok and BookTube in Cultivating Community
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Audrey Singleton-Howe
Introduction: YouTube and TikTok have emerged as two prominent social media platforms, reshaping how people interact and share content online. Within YouTube and TikTok, distinct digital communities have formed, known as BookTube and BookTok. As the name suggests, these communities are dedicated to books, cultivating a space where readers can connect, share recommendations, and engage…
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Social media is sabotaging internet democracy by giving a voice to ignorance and bigotry
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Joel
“Democracy and ignorance mesh together like Mentos and Coca-cola…” (Credits: Shay Horse/Getty Images) Abstract: The internet had always been a paradox between freedom of speech, expression and tolerance pitted against bigotry and misinformation. With the widespread use of social media, this paradox is brought to its peak, a curious (yet unsurprising) phenomenon analyzed through…
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You’ve Been Catfished!
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CharlotteRoberts_
ABSTRACT Online dating has revolutionised the way individuals initiate romantic relationships, with platforms like Tinder emerging as mainstream pathways for connecting with potential partners. However, the frequency of false identities and safety concerns within these platforms raises significant questions about their value and integrity. This paper investigates online dating, focusing on Tinder, to examine the…
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TikTok’s Influence on Body Image and Self-Perception in the Digital Age
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leona.barnes
ABSTRACT Since 2019, the online content sharing app TikTok has continued to grow astronomically with users who both create and observe content in the form of videos and photos. The topic of this paper is to address how content with seemingly positive intentions often lead people into spirals of body related issues including body dysmorphia,…
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The spread of misinformation on TikTok during the Covid-19 Pandemic: Exploring it’s impact on public response.
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Charlize Rebelo
PDF – The spread of misinformation on TikTok during the Covid-19 Pandemic- Exploring it’s impact on public response. Abstract: TikTok, a very popular platform for sharing content, has developed into a breeding ground for the spread of misinformation on Covid-19. Misinformation on TikTok has severely impacted actions taken by society to deal with and combat…
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THE RISE OF DIGITAL COMMUNITIES: NURTURING AUTHENTIC CONNECTIONS IN THE SOCIAL MEDIA ERA
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20668255
Abstract: In the modern digital age, social media platforms has been a prevalent avenue for individuals to build strong and authentic connections. This paper explores into how community building is easily created with the utilisation of social media platforms and their technological advanced features, nurturing real connections that transcends geographical borders. Through platforms like Facebook,…
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“Changing educational models with Online Communities in Digital Learning Environments”
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malak.khan
Changing Educational Models with Online Communities in Digital Learning Environments Abstract In this conference paper, we will talk about the changing role of non-traditional learning platforms in online learning models. Moreover, we will also talk about how online communities can help students learn in new ways. The study looked at various online platforms where students…


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