The first lens of this module focuses on communication within our practice, including Web 2.0. Darcy DiNucci (1999) came up with the term Web 2.0, to put into a group the second generation of internet platforms in which we can interact with others. The term is better described by examples such as blogs, wikis and social media networks. Web 1.0 was the first generation, were it was much like reading a newspaper, a one-way communication system, whereas Web 2.0 is a collaboration of information from different sources.
So how does this relate to my practice?
Before starting this course, I\"d never really thought just how powerful the internet is. I can\"t even imagine not being able to have access to it anymore, especially Web 2.0 platforms.
1) Education- We are able to train even from the comfort of our own home & host own classes to educate others (which has really helped in this past year during the pandemic)
2) Self Promotion- Having an online CV, showreels and social sites to promote professionally and personally.
3) Communication- Connecting with casting directors/agents and finding auditions etc
4) Discovering creativity- choreography, costumes etc.
I think the word POWER is very effective when describing the internet and how genuine the information we are reading is. A quote by Tim O\"reilly states, "Who has the data, has the power." Which relates to Web 2.0 as the more users that use a site, the better the site becomes- the power it has.
This has really stuck with me and made me realise just how fortunate I am to have access to this. I have visited many countries, whilst working abroad that don\"t have the privileges that I have. Having the devices to access the information on, the wifi/mobile data connection and a decent paid job to fund the above.
Is power always a good thing?
During a Skype call with Helen, she recommended a Ted Talk by novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie "The Danger of a Single Story." .
She talks about her life and how she used to read books from other countries when she was younger and always had an idea in her head of how that country was, only to realise later on that it wasn\"t always accurate.
"Power is the ability to not just tell the story of a person but make it the definitive story." Chimamanda
That word "power" creeping in again
Although, I do feel very grateful to have the access to endless amounts of stories online, I can see the other side and how negative and dangerous the power behind it can be.
Bibliography
FACULTY ARTS AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES 2020-21 Module One Handbook
TIM O\"REILLY 2009 What is Web 2.0?
CHIMAMANDA NGOZI ADICHIE 2009 The Danger of a Single Storyhttps://www.ted.com/talks/chimamanda_ngozi_adichie_the_danger_of_a_single_story
Hey Lucy!
ReplyDeleteI loved reading through this blog! I completely agree with how great the web has been, especially throughout the lockdowns but even before. There are so many ways that we can keep in touch with the industry without having to travel anywhere for it, and I think there will be so many online classes that remain once we come out of the lockdowns because it has added another way that we can communicate with the industry but has helped those that maybe wouldn't have been able to attend a class due to travel and expenses etc before.
I shall definitely give the Ted Talk a watch, it sounds so interesting!.
I look forward to reading more of your blogs,
Emily x
Hi Emily,
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment!
Yes, I think that the access to the web during the pandemic should make people realise that things like classes and auditions can be done online in the future too! It would definitely save performers a fortune travelling to auditions etc.
Lucy x
Hi Lucy,
ReplyDeleteYour idea of 'power' in Web 2.0 is really interesting! I use Web 2.0 SO much as a means to communicate, self promote and educate myself from quotes and discussions. I am exploring at the moment culture and how collective intelligence is a great way to learn about different cultures by following diverse accounts and connecting with multicultural artists. However it has make me reflect on how much of the Internet is really genuine and alike the Ted Talk you referenced, are we creating a 'single story' through one profile we follow.
Ellie x