Over time I have come to think of myself as an online introvert; from this knowledge, it is my understanding that personal fulfillment now demands the actions of a socially prosperous, committed media participant. Through recognition of this individual consciousness, I theorize what it means to “self-identify” in this era of new media technologies. To date, most of the research has focused on the functions of online extroverts. For this reason, it is my intention to create a blog that highlights my personal views as an online introvert in relation to various other new media theorists.
I believe Neil Postman sums it up best through the title of his 2004 article, “The Information Age: A Blessing or a Curse?” There are many positive aspects concerning the evolution of new media technology, which often dominates the realm of intellectual discussion; but what about the negative implications? Development of new media has increasingly begun to exceed the capacity of human control, yet we continue on our path into unfamiliar territory. It’s often good to think optimistically, but it is just as important to consider the many diverse possibilities that could lead to adverse outcomes. These perpetuating issues stemming from the tumultuous technological advancements of new media development will underscore the essential structure for which my blog is to be constructed.
From the creation of this blog, I will assess the standpoints of other new media theorists in relation to my established theoretical perspectives as a self-identified online introvert. However, in order to meet the requirements of this project, the actions demanded from my blogging experience will be those utilized by an online extrovert. According to Gonzales and Hancock (2007), “Repeatedly posting extroverted posts to a blog could potentially lead to a subtle, but permanent shift in the self-concept” (pp. 21-22).
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