SEC - Digital Skilling for the Students

Social Media and Students

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Introduction

Social media has become an integral part of students’ personal, academic, professional and social lives. It offers opportunities for communication, creativity, learning, networking and self-expression. At the same time, irresponsible or excessive use of social media can create serious challenges related to online harassment, digital footprints, misinformation, addiction, privacy, financial sustainability and road safety.

This activity is designed to help students move beyond simply using social media to becoming responsible, critical and reflective digital citizens.

Students will watch five short videos dealing with different dimensions of digital and social-media culture. After watching each video, students will write a reflective blog that connects the ideas presented in the video with their own experiences, choices and responsibilities.

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