Social Media: Influence, Risks, and Digital Identity
Let’s share opinions and think critically
KEY VOCABULARY
(CLICK ON EACH TERM TO SEE THE DEFINITION)
Influencer
Digital footprint
Algorithm
Privacy
Online reputation
Addiction
Social media has transformed the way people communicate and build their identity online. While it allows people to connect and express themselves, it also raises concerns about privacy, addiction, and mental health.
Agreeing / Disagreeing
Giving opinions
I see your point, but… I partly agree, however… I completely disagree because…
From my perspective… I strongly believe that… It could be argued that…
In groups of 3, discuss the following statement: “Social media does more harm than good for teenagers.”-Give an example -Express disagreement -Respond politely
INFLUENCER
a person active on social media who is able to influence people's opinions or to persuade them to follow a particular lifestyle or buy a particular product
DIGITAL FOOTPRINT
A digital footprint, or "digital shadow," is the unique, traceable trail of data left behind by individuals or organizations while using the internet, including website visits, social media posts, and online purchases.
ALGORITHM
a data-tracking system in which an individual's internet search history and browsing habits are used to present them with similar or related material on social media or other platforms.
Online reputation
Online reputation, or e-reputation, is the collective perception of an individual or brand based on digital content, user-generated reviews, social media activity, and search engine results.
Addiction
the fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance or activity.
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Social Media: Influence, Risks, and Digital Identity
Let’s share opinions and think critically
KEY VOCABULARY
(CLICK ON EACH TERM TO SEE THE DEFINITION)
Influencer
Digital footprint
Algorithm
Privacy
Online reputation
Addiction
Social media has transformed the way people communicate and build their identity online. While it allows people to connect and express themselves, it also raises concerns about privacy, addiction, and mental health.
Agreeing / Disagreeing
Giving opinions
I see your point, but… I partly agree, however… I completely disagree because…
From my perspective… I strongly believe that… It could be argued that…
In groups of 3, discuss the following statement: “Social media does more harm than good for teenagers.”-Give an example -Express disagreement -Respond politely
INFLUENCER
a person active on social media who is able to influence people's opinions or to persuade them to follow a particular lifestyle or buy a particular product
DIGITAL FOOTPRINT
A digital footprint, or "digital shadow," is the unique, traceable trail of data left behind by individuals or organizations while using the internet, including website visits, social media posts, and online purchases.
ALGORITHM
a data-tracking system in which an individual's internet search history and browsing habits are used to present them with similar or related material on social media or other platforms.
Online reputation
Online reputation, or e-reputation, is the collective perception of an individual or brand based on digital content, user-generated reviews, social media activity, and search engine results.
Addiction
the fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance or activity.