4.1. Personal versus Weak Networks

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are personal networks?

   Hint

   Think about who you regularly interact with.

2. 2.

   What is an example of a weak network?

   Hint

   Consider connections that aren't direct.

3. 3.

   What is a personal network?

   • A close group of friends
   • Business contacts
   • Online acquaintances

   Hint

   Consider who you talk to regularly.

4. 4.

   True or False: Weak networks provide the same information as personal networks.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the nature of the connections.

5. 5.

   Imagine you are in charge of disaster preparedness for a community. How would you leverage both personal and weak networks to promote a new rainwater harvesting system?

   Hint

   Think about how to combine face-to-face interactions with online outreach.

6. 6.

   Discuss how a cohesive group could hinder the adoption of a new disaster management technology. Provide specific examples.

   Hint

   Reflect on the social dynamics within cohesive groups.