Digital Communication and Social Networking
Social Networking
Social networking is a great way to stay in touch with friends, share important events and even find a job, but it is important to learn how to use and enjoy social networking safely.
Tasks:
Blogging
Blog (shortened from web log) is a term used to describe a web based journal. A blog can be anything from personal reflections shared online to writings on a particular area of interest. In most cases readers of a blog have the opportunity to respond to the writers thoughts and comments. Blogs can be a very valuable tool and a unique way to have a voice on the internet but it is important to learn how to use a blog safely and effectively.
Tasks:
How to Create a Blog
Choosing What to Blog
Social networking is a great way to stay in touch with friends, share important events and even find a job, but it is important to learn how to use and enjoy social networking safely.
Tasks:
- View the Social Networking Presentation
- Watch this Video
- Complete the Social Networking Pros and Cons Activity
- Complete the Social Networking Disadvantages Activity
Blogging
Blog (shortened from web log) is a term used to describe a web based journal. A blog can be anything from personal reflections shared online to writings on a particular area of interest. In most cases readers of a blog have the opportunity to respond to the writers thoughts and comments. Blogs can be a very valuable tool and a unique way to have a voice on the internet but it is important to learn how to use a blog safely and effectively.
Tasks:
- View and critique different examples of blogs (teacher led discussion)
- Complete the Dos and Don'ts of Blogging activity
- Create a Blogger account
How to Create a Blog
Choosing What to Blog