Social Networking

Freewrite #1 What is Social Networking?

List the Benefits of Social Networking websites Allows people to connect with others Find a niche group for support –For example: Tim belonged to a group that helped him with his math homework

List the Common Issues with Social Networking websites Requires you to provide personal information to register Requests or demands that you create a personal profile Permanent record of comments

What is a Social Networking Profile? Certain basic pieces of personal information –User name – address –Hobbies & interests –Etc. Look at Cassie’s profile and draw a line through the items that should NOT appear on a kid’s social networking profile.

Things NOT to include in your personal profile Last name Address Phone number Date of birth (complete or partial) Social Security number

Posting Photos Online Do NOT post photos online that you would not want your parents, teachers, or future employers to see Always get permission before posting another person’s photo online Make sure the privacy setting on your webpage restricts those who can view photos to friends or family ONLY!

COPPA Law that says websites cannot collect or use personal information about any child under the age of 13 without a “verifiable” parent’s consent. If you are under age 13, a website cannot ask you to sign up with your full name, phone number, address, or address without first getting permission from your parents.

Social Networking Sites All of these sites are for students under 13 ScuttlePad TogetherVille My Secret Circle Yoursphere GiantHello Sweety High

Freewrite #2 Social networking can be a great way to keep up with friends, but what should you do to protect yourself?