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Questions and Answers
How has social media impacted the way families communicate?
How has social media impacted the way families communicate?
- Reduced the importance of phone calls and face-to-face interactions.
- Made it easier for families to stay connected. (correct)
- Made it harder for families to stay connected.
- Increased communication with family members.
- Created new challenges for family relationships.
What is one positive impact of social media on education?
What is one positive impact of social media on education?
- Increased access to free educational resources. (correct)
- Made it easier for students to cheat on exams.
- Reduced the need for traditional teachers.
- Increased the cost of education.
- Enhanced student engagement in traditional classrooms.
In which way has social media been used to facilitate social change?
In which way has social media been used to facilitate social change?
- By encouraging people to stay offline.
- By promoting commercial products and services.
- By providing a platform for activists to share their messages. (correct)
- By fostering a sense of community and belonging.
- By controlling the spread of information.
What are potential downsides of social media use?
What are potential downsides of social media use?
What is the suggested course of action regarding social media?
What is the suggested course of action regarding social media?
Flashcards
Social Media Impact
Social Media Impact
Social media transformed communication and connectivity across distances.
#MeToo Movement
#MeToo Movement
A social movement advocating against sexual harassment and assault.
Misinformation
Misinformation
False information spread through social media platforms.
Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying
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Activism on Social Media
Activism on Social Media
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Study Notes
Social Media's Impact
- Social media revolutionized communication, enabling global connection.
- Families can see each other, businesses reach global markets, and education is more accessible.
- During crises, platforms like Twitter and Facebook facilitate locating missing persons and providing updates.
- Social media empowers activists, fostering global attention to movements like #MeToo and #BlackLivesMatter.
Negative Impacts of Social Media
- Social media contributes to the spread of misinformation.
- It fuels cyberbullying and negatively affects mental health.
Conclusion
- Responsible and informed use of social media is crucial.
- Balancing the benefits with ethical online conduct is essential.
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