110 likes | 187 Views
Learn the importance of social networking and how to use it responsibly. Explore the dos and don'ts, what not to share, and the dangers of cyberbullying. Discover why social networks are popular and how they can benefit students.
E N D
Social Networking • The use of a website to connect people • Allows them to share personal or professional interests
Why Use Social Networks? • Connect or reconnect w/friends • Keep in touch with family • Express yourself • Easily share pictures & videos • Find jobs or other opportunities
“With great power comes great responsibility” Peter Parker aka Spiderman
What info do you have on your SN?What are some dos and don’ts when using SN?
What Not to Share • First and last names • Home telephone number • Cell phone number • Street address • Hometown/city of residence • Name of school • Name of favorite playground or park • Date of birth • Credit card numbers • Images that identify you, your school, or your hometown
Bullying School Direct (F2F) Limited Audience Cyberbullying Anywhere/Anytime Anonymous Larger Audience More Kids Involved Spreads Quickly Victim NOT Participant Permanent Record What’s the Difference?
Why? • Computer in bedroom? • Not much supervision • Work in groups • Feeling of anonymity • Fun/funny • Empathy not fully developed • The “normal” place to communicate