Social Media Introduction

What is Social Media? Definition Computer-mediated tools that allow people, companies and other organizations to create, share, or exchange information, career interests, ideas, and pictures/videos in virtual communities and networks.

Why is Social Media important? Today we’re going to talk about social media because understanding how to use social networking tools is becoming fundamental, as employers are using them as recruiting tools, and people are using them as networking tools. Question: Why do you think Social Media is important? What social networking sites do you use? How do you use them?

Social Media Important continued... Let’s see what the role of technology is in Your lives. Watch Short video clips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDjII0aOCAY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W6CBb3yX9Zs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QWoP6jJG3k&t=40s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziQFFh5jznI 1- What rules do you have at home around screen time? 2- Do you think too much screen time is hurting you? 3- One student said that she “could not imagine a world without technology.” Do you agree or disagree? Why?

Are you addicted? How many hours do you think you spend on your phone every day? Do you think this is too much time? Download the Moment app, which tracks cell phone usage Use your phone normally for two days. We will check back in to see the amount of time that you actually spend on your phones.

Social Media is important in Business Businesses use social media for many reasons including: Learn about customers and connect with them Reach a new audience locally and globally Improve customer service Increase market share Increase brand recognition and loyalty Connect with other business professionals

Activity Using the Internet, research 3 social media sites used by businesses. Answer the following questions for each: 1- Why is this site a good choice for business? 2- What is the primary purpose of this site for a business? 3- Name 3 benefits of this site that would bring to a business. Complete this in a google doc