TIS & THAT
May 2015 Volume 3 Issue 19
Social Media, Good or Bad? In today’s world there is no escaping social media. As individuals we constantly tweet, update our status, check-in, snap chat and so on. As with most things in life, there are good and bad aspects to social media. In most cases we hear about the negative. An article on Common Sense Media titled “5 Reasons You Don’t Have to Worry About Kids and Social Media” discusses the benefits that social media can offer.
Top 5 Benefits of Social Media ● Strengthens friendships ● Offers a sense of belonging ● Provides genuine support ● Helps express themselves
Consider a Media Shift This Summer Photo Courtesy of Flickr
● Allows them to do good
Knorr, C. (2015, May 8). 5 Reasons You Don't Need to Worry About Kids and Social Media Discover the ways social media can be a force for good in the lives of kids and teens, and help them maximize the benefits. Retrieved May 9, 2015, from https://www.graphite.org/blog
Meet the Authors Carla Grady Librarian, Point Pleasant Junior/Senior High School
Christina Carte Special Education Teacher, Midland Trail High
Rich Senatore Technology Integration Specialist, North Elementary School
Don’t forget about the Microsoft IT Academy! Microsoft IT Academy is available to students and faculty. According to the information posted on the WVDE website, training is provided on “fundamental technology skills” and “technical courses.” Please contact the academy coordinator at your school for more information.