Digital Content Producer - The psychology of digital content evaluation
in Self DevelopmentAbout this course
Each of us finds our own novel, our own music, our own painting. In the course of life our taste may change, our favorite works may change each other, but what remains unchanged is their ennobling influence on us.
You are also an "expert" in your inner creative world. Your evaluation, your opinion about creativity is also extremely important! It is important what you think and feel when you come into contact with creativity.
Each type of creativity has its own peculiarities and its own criteria. But the subjectivity and relativity of evaluation is present everywhere. And how to judge? It's a matter of taste.
Taking this course together with the course "Sales Leader" will allow you to master the knowledge and skills that will help you adapt to the realities of the rapidly changing modern world, to remain competitive in the labor market.
Emotional Intelligence.
Emotional Intelligence (Emotional Quotient) is the ability to effectively recognize one's own and other people's emotions, intentions, and motivation. Developed EQ helps to solve any practical tasks and achieve goals, both in personal life and at work. People with developed EQ are able to negotiate, find compromises with other people, make decisions and react correctly to various life situations. Let's find out what EQ affects and why it is so important?
Hormonal background and its impact on lifestyle.
A person's health depends on his or her lifestyle. A person's hormonal background often significantly affects their actions and emotions. We will tell you about the effects of hormones that you should expect. We will tell you how to "equalize" the hormonal background, following our recommendations on how to increase the release of "hormones of happiness". Thus, any person will be able to feel that his life becomes more qualitative, will feel more satisfaction with his life.
The role of beliefs in a person's life.
Belief is an element of worldview that gives an individual or a social group confidence in their views of the world, knowledge and assessments of reality. Beliefs are conscious and deliberate beliefs that serve as a kind of life guide. Beliefs guide our behavior and will and do not need motivation. An adequate belief is always based on life experience and observation. We are born without any beliefs. And they are formed as we grow up, based primarily on what our parents, loved ones and others tell us. Most often we tend to remember mistakes and it is from them that limiting beliefs are formed. We will help to understand what are beliefs? And why do they talk about it so much nowadays?
Critical Thinking.
Developed critical thinking plays an important role in the profession of Digital Content Producer (Evaluator). As a rule, the evaluation of art objects involves comparative analysis with what has already been created or seen. Moreover, during the evaluation process it is important to determine whether the artwork is relevant, what meaning the author wanted to convey to us. Critical thinking is the ability to analyze and question the information we receive. Critical thinking helps in choosing the right solution, teaches to see cause-and-effect relationships, to generalize and structure information, to argue one's position and to see weaknesses in the position of others.
Musical Taste.
Music appreciation requires musical taste (not to be confused with musical hearing) - the ability to perceive and evaluate music (or, for example, other arts). To choose music consciously, to evaluate it based only on your own understanding of the quality of music, not on mass opinions. The ability to separate a masterpiece from a fake. In the field of art, the criterion "like - don't like", "like - don't like" corresponds to the extent to which this or that work of art is in tune with our worldview, which strings in our soul it has touched.
The foundation of the DCP training course will be supplemented by a unique methodology that includes the use of "Pop-up Tips".
Its specialty is that it allows:
- better at memorizing new things.
- a deeper understanding of information.
- link new knowledge to existing knowledge.
- helps you think big and go beyond the ordinary.
Requirements
Basic Understanding of Emotional Intelligence: Familiarity with the concept of emotional intelligence and its role in personal and professional development.
Open-mindedness to Creativity: Willingness to explore and engage with various forms of art, music, and creative expressions.
Interest in Personal Development: A genuine interest in enhancing self-awareness, critical thinking, and personal growth.
Proficiency in English: Ability to read, comprehend, and discuss course materials and participate in activities conducted in English.
Basic Digital Literacy: Comfortable using digital tools and platforms for learning, such as video conferencing, online quizzes, and interactive content.
Content
This video introduces the main purpose of the course and what participants can expect to learn. It outlines the importance of understanding digital content through the lenses of creativity, emotional intelligence and critical thinking. The video provides a brief overview of the five main themes and explains how mastering these concepts will help learners become competent Digital Content Creators.
This video explores the importance of art in human life, highlighting its impact on personal development and professional growth. It examines how art enhances creativity, reduces stress and influences decision-making through visual and auditory interaction. Examples such as integrating artistic skills into business presentations or using art as a tool for emotional regulation are discussed.
The second video focuses on the emotional impact of music and art, introducing concepts such as “frisson” and emotional resonance. It explains how music and art can evoke strong emotional responses and act as a universal language. The video concludes with tips on how to consciously engage with the arts to enhance wellbeing and emotional health.
If our tastes are not influenced by our loved ones, our tastes form trends. The reason is that people like what the majority already prefer (so-called crowd psychology).
These use cases illustrate how the concepts discussed in Chapter 1 can be applied in various real-world scenarios, enhancing understanding and engagement with art, creativity, and digital content.
Write a reflective essay (500-700 words) on how art has influenced your personal life. Consider the following prompts in your essay:
Identify a specific work of art (e.g., a painting, piece of music, film, or book) that has had a significant impact on you. Describe the emotions it evokes and why it resonates with you.
Discuss how your tastes in art, music, or other forms of creativity have changed over time. What factors (e.g., life experiences, social environment) do you believe have influenced these changes?
Reflect on how engaging with art or music helps you in your daily life. Does it help you manage stress, inspire creativity, or provide comfort? Provide examples from your own experiences.
This video provides an overview of emotional intelligence (EQ) and breaks it down into its components: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skills. The importance of EQ in personal and professional settings is discussed and models for improving one's EQ through practical exercises and self-assessment are introduced.
The second video highlights the role of EQ in effective communication and team collaboration. It presents real-life scenarios where enhanced emotional intelligence helps resolve conflicts, boost team morale and increase productivity. Viewers are guided through exercises to develop empathy and emotional regulation for better workplace relationships.
Emotional intelligence is a complex concept that involves mastery of many skills.
The basic model is considered to include cognitive abilities (the ability to utilize information from the environment on a daily basis) related to processing emotional information. These include:
1) emotion identification - the ability to accurately recognize and perceive the emotions of others and one's own (e.g., by facial expressions, voice, gestures);
2) emotional facilitation of thinking - the ability to evoke emotions that help in solving thinking tasks, awaken creativity and motivate for further activity;
3) understanding emotions - the ability to understand complex emotions, the transitions of emotions from one stage to another, the causes of emotions;
4) emotion management - the ability to maintain or change one's own emotional state and the emotions of another person.
These use cases demonstrate how emotional intelligence can be applied in various professional and personal scenarios, enhancing communication, leadership, creativity, and overall well-being.
Conduct a self-assessment of your emotional intelligence (EQ) using the components discussed in the chapter. Then, create a personal development plan to improve your EQ. Your assignment should include the following:
Self-Assessment:
- Reflect on your strengths and weaknesses in the five core components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.
- Use specific examples from your personal or professional life to illustrate your current level of emotional intelligence in each area.
Development Plan:
- Identify at least two areas where you would like to improve your EQ.
- Develop a detailed plan with specific actions you will take to enhance these areas. For example, you might include practices like journaling for self-awareness, mindfulness exercises for self-regulation, or empathy-building activities.
- Set measurable goals and a timeline for your development plan.
This video introduces the basic principles of critical thinking and its importance in evaluating digital content. It explains how to distinguish between facts and opinions, how to assess the reliability of sources and how to avoid cognitive biases. Practical tips for developing critical thinking in everyday decision-making processes are provided.
The second video focuses on the application of critical thinking skills to media literacy. It covers techniques for detecting fake news, recognizing sensational content and assessing the credibility of different news sources. The video also includes a step-by-step guide to critically analyzing a news story.
Critical thinking is necessary to reduce the number of mistakes and make better decisions that will ultimately make our lives and work better. It allows us to be critical of any statements, not to take anything on faith without evidence, but to be open to new ideas and methods. It is a prerequisite for freedom of choice, quality of forecast, responsibility for our own decisions.
These use cases demonstrate how critical thinking can be applied in various real-life situations, from personal decision-making to professional environments, enhancing the quality of decisions and outcomes.
Select three news articles from different sources on the same current event. Analyze the articles using critical thinking skills to determine the credibility and accuracy of the information presented. Your assignment should include the following:
Source Analysis:
Identify the sources of each article and research their reputation for reliability. Consider factors such as bias, previous track record, and the purpose of the publication.
Content Comparison:
Compare how each article presents the facts. Identify any discrepancies, sensationalism, or unsupported claims. Distinguish between factual information and opinion.
Critical Evaluation:
Based on your analysis, write a brief report (500-700 words) discussing which article you find the most credible and why. Include your reasoning process, the questions you asked, and how you verified the information.
This video discusses the nature of beliefs, distinguishing between empowering and limiting beliefs. It explains how limiting beliefs are formed and how they influence behavior, often preventing people from achieving their goals. Techniques for identifying and reframing these beliefs using self-reflection and affirmations are introduced.
The second video develops the concept of limiting beliefs, focusing on the power of positive affirmations. By showing how to create effective affirmations and use them as a substitute for negative self-talk, it encourages viewers to create a personal set of affirmations to support their goals and values.
Belief is an element of worldview that gives an individual or social group confidence in their views of the world, knowledge and assessments of real reality. Beliefs are conscious and deliberate beliefs that act as a kind of life guide. Beliefs guide our behavior and will and do not need motivation.
These use cases illustrate how beliefs shape behavior and how individuals can challenge and change limiting beliefs to lead more fulfilling lives. They also demonstrate the power of positive affirmations in transforming negative thought patterns and encouraging personal growth.
Identify a limiting belief you hold that may be affecting your personal or professional life. Analyze its origins, its impact on your behavior, and then work on reframing it into a positive belief. Your assignment should include the following steps:
Identification:
Reflect on a specific area of your life where you feel stuck or limited. Identify a belief that might be holding you back (e.g., "I’m not good enough to apply for this job").
Analysis:
Explore the origins of this belief. Consider where it might have come from (e.g., past experiences, things your parents or teachers told you, societal expectations). Assess how this belief has influenced your decisions, actions, and self-esteem.
Reframing:
Replace the limiting belief with a positive and empowering belief (e.g., "I have the skills and experience to succeed in this job"). Create a list of affirmations to reinforce this new belief and describe how you will integrate them into your daily routine.
Reflection:
Write a short reflection (300-500 words) on how the process of analyzing and reframing this belief has changed your perspective and how you plan to move forward with this new mindset.
This video examines how lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise and sleep affect mental and physical health. It explores the relationship between daily habits and hormonal balance, mood regulation and overall well-being. Practical suggestions for adopting a healthier lifestyle are shared.
The second video focuses on stress management strategies, emphasizing the role of healthy habits in reducing stress. The impact of work-life balance, relaxation techniques and the importance of self-care are discussed. The video offers actionable steps to incorporate these changes into daily routines to increase mental resilience.
A person's lifestyle is a key determinant of their health. As defined by the World Health Organization, "health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease and physical defects."
These use cases illustrate how understanding and managing lifestyle factors can positively influence hormonal health, leading to improved physical, mental, and emotional well-being. They also highlight the importance of taking a proactive approach to health by making informed lifestyle choices.
Design and implement a lifestyle intervention aimed at reducing stress and managing cortisol levels over the course of two weeks. Your assignment should include the following:
Stress Assessment:
Conduct a self-assessment of your current stress levels and identify the main sources of stress in your life. Reflect on how stress affects your daily routine and overall health.
Intervention Design:
Create a two-week lifestyle intervention plan that includes specific activities to reduce stress and lower cortisol levels. Your plan could include practices such as mindfulness meditation, physical exercise, dietary adjustments, improved sleep hygiene, and relaxation techniques.
Implementation and Tracking:
Implement your intervention plan over two weeks, tracking your progress and stress levels daily. Keep a journal detailing the activities you performed, how you felt before and after each activity, and any changes in your overall well-being.
Evaluation and Reflection:
At the end of the two weeks, evaluate the effectiveness of your intervention. Write a reflection (500-700 words) discussing the impact on your stress levels, mood, and physical health. Consider whether the intervention led to any noticeable changes in your cortisol-related symptoms, such as improved sleep, reduced irritability, or increased energy.
It is essential to take a moment to reflect on the profound insights and transformative knowledge we have explored together. This course has not merely been an academic exercise but a deep dive into the core elements that shape our lives, influence our decisions, and determine our overall well-being. The lessons learned here are not only tools for better navigating the digital landscape but also keys to unlocking a more fulfilling, intentional, and balanced life.
