Question

This is an Individual Assignment.

Sociotechnical systems theory helps us to see that both technology and people must be considered in relationships and at work. Organizations need to recognize that if strong, healthy work relationships are to be built and maintained, development of emotional intelligence competencies in their people is critical. This is especially important considering the argument that the rise of technology leads to the decline of face-to-face interpersonal experiences and skills.

1. Make a list of the five to eight Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) that you rely on the most in order of importance to your day-to-day functioning.

My answer:

     

1. Television

2. Laptop/computer

3. iPhone

4. Social Media ( Youtube, Facebook )

5. Internet

6. Texting

2. Identify three ways that each ICT helps promote emotional intelligence.

3. Next, make a list of three ways that each of those same ICTs hinder or inhibit emotional intelligence. As you make your lists, consider the following:

What value does this communication technology add to my life?

• If I were not using this ICT, how else could I send and receive information.

• What can I do to improve self-awareness and relationship management through ICTs?

• What do I gain in interpersonal communication from ICTs and what do I lose?

  Outside research is not necessary; however, if you cite from any source other than the textbook, a citation must be noted in the response along with reference(s).

  Develop your answers in a Word/PDF document and submit via the submission link.

Note: I don't have a job.

Answer 1

1. Make a list of the five to eight ICTs that you rely on the most in order of importance to your day-to-day functioning.

· My alarm

· Texting

· My calendar

· Social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)

· Email for personal and school

· ASU online

· Music and music applications (Spotify and Google Play)

2. Identify three ways that each ICT helps promote emotional intelligence.     

· My Alarm

o My alarm helps me get up every day and be a functional human being.

o When I get up at a decent time in the morning on my days off I can be more productive

o My alarm lets me know I need to get up for work and be there on time.

· Texting

o Texting lets me stay in touch with my husband

o Testing lets me stay in touch with my family.

o Texting helps me stay in touch with my friends.

· My Calendar

o My calendar lets me stay on top of birthdays

o My calendar lets me stay on top of my school work

o My calendar lets me stay in touch with holidays special events coming up

· Social Media

o Twitter keeps me in the loop with that is happening in the world

o Facebook lets me keep in touch with my family and friends

o Instagram is an outlet for me to share my creative images

· Email

o Email helps me keep on top of promotions and things going on in my community

o Email helps me communicate with my professors and classmates

o Email keeps track of things I order for special occasions and holidays

· ASU Online

o Blackboard helps me keep track of my school and each course

o Financial aid helps me keep track of my FAFSA and any bills that I would have

o My ASU is a perfect hub to see my schedule and my academic standing

· Music

o Music helps my mood and keeps me happy

o Music helps me study

o Music helps me stay motivated and can help me work better and faster

3. Next, make a list of three ways that each of those same ICTs hinder or inhibit emotional intelligence. As you make your lists, consider the following:

· My alarm

o

o 2

o 3

· Texting

o 1

o 2

o 3

· My calendar

o 1

o 2

o 3

· Social Media

o 1

o 2

o 3

· Email

o 1

o 2

o 3

· ASU Online

o 1

o 2

o 3

· Music

o 1

o 3

o 2

What value does this communication technology add to my life?

• If I were not using this particular ICT, how else could I send and receive information.
• What can I do to improve self-awareness and relationship management through ICTs?
• What do I gain in interpersonal communication from ICTs and what do I lose?