,COM3704 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2025 - DUE April 2025
The Role of New Media and the Internet in
Education and Society, and the Impact of
Cybercrime
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. New Media and the Internet in Higher
Education
1.1 Uses of the Internet and New Media in
Distance Education Institutions
3. The Internet in Daily Life
1.2 Reasons for Using Online Facilities
4. Cybercrime and Its Implications
2.1 Definition of Cybercrime
2.2 Types of Cybercrimes and Their Impact
2.3 Cyber Laws and Jurisdictions
5. Conclusion
6. References
, 1. Introduction
New media and the Internet have significantly
transformed the way people access, share, and
engage with information. In the field of education,
particularly in distance learning institutions like the
University of South Africa (Unisa), the Internet
provides crucial support for students and educators.
Beyond education, the Internet also plays a vital role
in various aspects of daily life, offering a range of
online facilities that facilitate communication,
commerce, and information exchange. However, the
digital age also comes with challenges, including
cybercrime, which poses risks to individuals and
organisations. This essay critically discusses the role
of the Internet in education and society while also
exploring different types of cybercrimes and legal
measures implemented to address them.
Write an essay in which you critically discuss the topics below:
1.1 New media and the Internet play an exciting role in teaching
and learning. Discuss the uses of the Internet and new media in
higher education, specifically in the context of distance
education institutions such as Unisa. (30)
Semester 1 2025 - DUE April 2025
The Role of New Media and the Internet in
Education and Society, and the Impact of
Cybercrime
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. New Media and the Internet in Higher
Education
1.1 Uses of the Internet and New Media in
Distance Education Institutions
3. The Internet in Daily Life
1.2 Reasons for Using Online Facilities
4. Cybercrime and Its Implications
2.1 Definition of Cybercrime
2.2 Types of Cybercrimes and Their Impact
2.3 Cyber Laws and Jurisdictions
5. Conclusion
6. References
, 1. Introduction
New media and the Internet have significantly
transformed the way people access, share, and
engage with information. In the field of education,
particularly in distance learning institutions like the
University of South Africa (Unisa), the Internet
provides crucial support for students and educators.
Beyond education, the Internet also plays a vital role
in various aspects of daily life, offering a range of
online facilities that facilitate communication,
commerce, and information exchange. However, the
digital age also comes with challenges, including
cybercrime, which poses risks to individuals and
organisations. This essay critically discusses the role
of the Internet in education and society while also
exploring different types of cybercrimes and legal
measures implemented to address them.
Write an essay in which you critically discuss the topics below:
1.1 New media and the Internet play an exciting role in teaching
and learning. Discuss the uses of the Internet and new media in
higher education, specifically in the context of distance
education institutions such as Unisa. (30)
