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This video was posted on October 17th, 2018 and the topic is explained by Dr. Joanne Orlando. This information relates to my topic because in this video this expert explains why social media is actually a good thing for us teenagers and how it brings kids together by meeting them on social media. This information supports my claim because this expert explains how when experiencing with social media kids can improve their social life by going out and meeting a kid who can become their good friend. For example Dr. Orlando explains how kids with a mental disability can go out and meet kidsa on facebook with the same disability and they can connect in groups and all can become friends. The purpose of the video is to show how social media can connect kids together, and the purpose is to show how not only socially, but even for school, social media is your best option for kids.

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Kids and social media: Why social media is good for students

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We often hear about the downsides of social media for children, however there are two sides to the coin argues Technology Expert Dr Joanne Orlando.

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This video was posted on June 8th 2020 by the company BBC My World. This information relates to my topic because this video goes over the benefits of social media, it goes over how social media can make you focus on changing the world, and how social media helps involve more people change the world for the better. This information supports my claim because it shows how social media can bring us teenagers together socially, how social media actually helps involve us young teenagers to go around and change the world by maybe donating blood, by donating to causes, etc. The purpose of the video is to show how social can help teenagers go out and make a difference in the world, how social media helps us teenagers come together as a community, and how social media helps our social life.

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This picture was posted on October 2nd 2015 by Chase March. This information relates to my topic because in this picture, it's showing ways you can use social media and benefit from it and it's showing how you should use social media. This information supports my claim because I believe students should have social media, so in this picture it's listing listing reasons why not only social media is actually good for us teenagers, but it's listing ways we should use social media so we can benefit from it and stay safe on it. The purpose of my picture is to state how social media can actually pay off and why us teenagers should have acess to social media.

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Social Media Institute: Social Media FOR Schools - Langwitches Blog | Educational technology elementary, Education kindergarten, Kids writing

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Oct 2, 2015 - Langwitches, The Magic of Learning.  Modern learning that transforms education in the 21st century. Finding new forms and redefining learning for the challenges of the future .

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This picture was posted on January 2nd 2012 by Tina Barseghian. This information relates to my topic because in each text bubble, it provides readers with examples how social media benefits us teenagers and why we need social media to succeed. This information supports my claim because it's stating how students' success and grades improve when students have the access to social media and it's providing us with numbers that prove that teenagers benefit off of social media. The purpose of my picture is to show that with social students benefit more, their social life improves, their grades improve and social media is something students need to succeed.

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In its Policy Priorities report, Can Social Media and School Policies be "Friends," ASCD provides a state-of-the union on social media use in schools. How administrators and educators deal with federal regulations, defining what's legal, parsing out school responsibilities and weighing them against the benefits of using social media to engage and communicate with students are all addressed in this useful guide. MindShift's Dispelling Myths About Blocked Sites is also in the lineup.

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In its Policy Priorities report, Can Social Media and School Policies be "Friends," ASCD provides a state-of-the union on social media use in schools.

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This picture was published by "Tunheim at Visual.ly" and was posted in 2011 but no specific date. This information relates to my topic because it provides readers with numbers and surveys after asking students how much they benefit from social media and how they use it even when at college. This information supports my claim because it shows how students need social media to succeed even at college and also it gives us occasions where students need social media and what social media does for them. The purpose of this picture is to show that social media helps not only with social life, but it helps with studying and it helps when involving yourself in school.

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Tunheim's higher education/college marketing expertise has benefited the University of Minnesota, Hamline & Capella Universities, among many others. This Tunheim infographic explains how college students and colleges themselves are using social media.

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Published by Tunheim at Visual.ly: Tunheim's higher education/college marketing expertise has benefited the University of Minnesota, Hamline & Capella Universities, among many others. This Tunheim infographic explains how college students and colleges themselves are using social media.

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To access the certain picture you have to click on the link and scroll down to the teal picture. This picture was posted on August 6th 2015 by the website femalefirst. This information relates to my topic because in the teal picture, it states how when surveying teachers, most teachers say that they use social media in almost all of their lessons and they say students learn better and pay more attention when using social media. This information supports my claim because it shows how students not only should have social media for their social life, but they should have an involvement with social media in school because their academic success goes up, their listening skills improve and they perform better. The purpose of my picture is to show that even teachers say students perform better when being involved with social media, so since they succeeded more social media is good for us teenagers.

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How many times have you checked Facebook today? Odds are you've done it more than a few, and you're an adult with a lot of things to do! Imagine then, how many times a child with a Facebook account has checked their account?

Apart from school, they have literally nothing to do. Their schedules are clear, with time to spare and boredom to quell. Reports state that 71% of 9 - 17 year olds will visit a social media site at least once a week, with more than 50% of children having used a social network by the age of 10.

It's a frightening thought. Have you seen the type of things you used to write on social media? I personally started using them when I was a 16 year old, and looking back through the archives can be excruciating. Imagine the rubbish put into the world if I was using Twitter when I was 12!?

I didn't know what I was doing, and was carelessly spouting nonsense and sharing private information to anyone who would listen. Fortunately social media was in its infancy, but nowadays things have moved on.

The rise of cyber bullying as well as the heightened threat of hackers and online predators make the Internet a scary place, especially when your nine year old could be sharing god knows what with complete strangers.

There's no need to worry though. Edustaff have created the parents guide to social media, featuring all the information you need to know about the main social networks and whether your child should be let loose on them.

Following a few simple rules, and sticking to the age guidelines for social networks will ensure your children are safe when surfing online.

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How many times have you checked Facebook today? Odds are you've done it more than a few, and you're an adult with a lot of things to do! Imagine then, how many times a child with a Facebook account has checked their account? Apart from school, they have literally nothing to do.

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This picture was posted and designed by Dina Alexander however it doesn't show a date or provide a specific time period when this was posted. This information relates to my topic because it shows that social media is good for us teenagers and there are positive things on social media it's not all negative, so us teenagers should be able to use it. This information supports my claim because it states in here reasons why we should have access to social media, reasons how social media isn't just bad, and benefits kids can do with social media installed. This purpose of this picture is to show that social media isn't so bad after all, this picture shows the positive things that are on social media, and the purpose of the picture lastly is to show that social media is a good place for us teenagers, if you use it right.

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The technology around us has so much potential, and we can teach our kids to be better, learn more, reach out to loved ones, and be more involved in our communities with it. But first they must understand that our ripples affect those around us for better or for worse. We can ignore situations or actively participate.

We can choose to uplift or tear down. We can choose to post useless or useful information. We can choose kindness in the face of an argument or we can choose to escalate.
The following discussions will help your kids understand that their online and "real life" actions always matter:
Potentials of Technology

What are some things you can do with a smartphone, tablet, or computer?

What can you learn, teach others, and create?

What are more ways we can help and uplift others to create positive ripples with technology?

How can small actions online change friendships and family relationships?

How could you change the world using technology?

For more information, check out, Teach Your Kids About Online Ripples: Our Actions Always Matter.

Need help with these discussions? For a great story, including discussions and activities, for kids ages 6-11, check out Noah's New Phone: A Story about Using Technology for Good. For older kids, try our free, downloadable lesson on Using Technology for Good available on our Lessons Page.

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This article was published in 2018 on March 4th by Caroline Knorr. This article was last updated it says on March 4th 2018 so I'm guessing this article doesn't get frequently updated but still carries some good information that isn't outdated. This information relates to my topic because this whole article is about social media and why teenagers our age should involve themselves in social media. It supports my side because I believe that teenagers should have social media and this article is all about why parents/adults shouldn't worry about social media and why social media actually benefits us teenagers. The purpose of my article/information is that this article is all about why social media is safe and good for us teenagers and why adults shouldn't worry on our part when using social media. Finally I know this a trusted source because it ends in .org and there's no spelling mistakes.

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Discover the ways social media can be a force for good in the lives of kids and teens, and help them maximize the benefits. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

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This article was published in January 18th 2018 by Marilyn Evans. This article doesn't seem to be frequently published at all however this information isn't updated whatsoever. This information relates to my topic because it shows the opposite of the argument, and it lists reasons for the other side and why social media is bad for us teenagers. This information is against my claim because it lists 5 reasons why social media shouldn't be involved in us teenagers' lives and it provides number that show why social media is bad for us teenagers. The purpose of this article is to show why social media is bad for teenagers, why social media shouldn't be inflicted on our lives and why social media isn't a good thing. I know this is a source I can trust for information because it also ends in .org and there are no grammar or spelling errors included in this article.

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It was disheartening when I read the stats: 7.5 million Facebook users in the U.S. are under 13! I may have even shed tears when I discovered that 5 million of those kids are under the age of 10!

Parents, it's time we talked about why social media is not smart for middle school kids (and younger).

Learning the hard way that kids are not mini adults

Before we do, I have my own parenting blunder to confess. When my oldest son received his Learner's Permit, I was so excited for him to drive! As he came out of the written test smiling, I tossed him the key and said, "Take me home, James!"

It took less than a minute for me to realize I had completely underestimated his abilities. He didn't have a clue how much gas to apply, when to brake, or even how to stay on the road. It's a wonder we made it home that day alive!

The fault was clearly mine. It sounds crazy when I say it now, but in the moment I never once considered how dangerous his lack of experience would be in this real life situation. (You know, the kind where cars are coming at you from both directions!). In hindsight, an empty parking lot would have been a better place to start.

Give your middle school kids enough time to grow up

If you think about it, it's really the same with social media. We wouldn't give an 11-year-old the keys to the car and say take a spin, but unfortunately many parents are allowing kids to navigate the internet before they are mature enough to do so safely.

Besides puberty, there are a lot of other changes middle school kids have to deal with: a new school, friends, cliques, crushes and more. It can feel awkward and uncomfortable getting used to their maturing bodies and growing sense independence.

Middle school life can take an emotional toll on both parent and child. So, before you toss your kids the keys to Facebook, Instagram or Snapchat, please press pause and think about these 5 considerations.

5 reasons why social media is not smart for middle school kids

1. Should kids start their social media experience lying about their age?

The minimum age to open an account on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, Tumblr, Kik, and Snapchat is 13. Parents may think it's no big deal to bend the rules and have their kids sign in with a fake birthday -but big data makes it a big deal!

In 2000, The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) was launched. This Federal law protects children under the age of 13 from having personal information gathered about them online. However, if an 11-year-old registers with a false birth date there's nothing to prevent their personal information from being shared with third party advertisers.

This is more than giving out a name and address. It's allowing marketers (people you've never met) to spend hours a week secretly observing your child. They'll record how they play, what they say, where they go and who they hang out with. Sounds kinda creepy, doesn't it?

Ultimately, allowing kids access to social media sites is also a parenting issue. Decide now if you're comfortable with them lying to Facebook, as it may influence how comfortable they are lying to you down the road.

2. Kids' brains are highly vulnerable to apps designed to be addictive

From a neurological perspective, the middle school years are incredible. The brain is going through an intense process of pruning, myelination and remodeling. That means that an adolescent brain is deciding now what it wants to specialize in for years to come.

This is precisely why Sean Parker, ex-Facebook president, is sounding the alarm. He's publicly stated that one of the main objectives for creating Facebook was this: "How do we consume as much of your time and conscious attention as possible?"

All successful social media apps work on the principle of giving users a hit of dopamine in exchange for new and fresh content. How these hits might affect brain specialization hasn't yet been documented.

What we do know is that social media is an entertainment platform. In other words, using it early won't make kids smarter or more creative. A better use of their discretionary time would be to explore a favorite subject, hobby or sport.

3. On social media kids see a distorted view of reality

As kids enter middle school they start to ask new questions. One of the big ones is, "Who am I?" For guys, hair gel and new deodorant scents suddenly become significant. Whereas girls tend to gravitate towards make-up and fashion trends. It's about forming identity.

Ironically, it's as important to fit in, as it is to stand out! (Think about that group of middle school kids you spotted at the mall sporting the exact same jacket, the exact same shoes, and the exact same backpack, at the exact same time.)

On social media, kids are not only influenced by the peers in their circle of friends; there is pressure to keep up with trendsetters from all over the globe. For an impressionable mind and a developing self-esteem, it can feel like they will never match up.

And it's not just looks that matter to kids. Showing off outrageous behavioral trends gets serious clicks too. Every week a new challenge is issued on one platform or another. Some challenges are annoying; others like the Tide Pod Challenge, highlighted in this CBS news report are downright dangerous.

4. Social media exaggerates a child's tendency to focus solely on themselves

Middle school is a time when kids feel as if the whole world is looking at them (and judging them). Social media can exaggerate the worst of it. That can lead to depression, severe bullying, and to the worst case scenario-suicide.

Jean M. Twenge has been researching the behavioral patterns of young people for over 25 years. Her recent conclusions about the impact of social media on middle school kids are sobering:

Eighth graders who spend 10 or more hours a week on social media are 56 percent more likely to say they are unhappy than those who spend less time.

Eighth graders who are heavy users of social media increase their risk of depression by 27 percent.

Teens who spend three or more hours a day on electronic devices are 35 percent more likely to have a risk factor for suicide, like making a plan for how to do it.

especially hard hit, have experienced a 50 percent rise in depressive symptoms.

We've all heard stories of online bullying. I questioned a high school sophomore this week about her early social media experience. She explained that bullying related to social media use doesn't always happen online:
"It's the whispers behind people's backs, 'can you believe so and so's post', where the most damage occurs. Even if you're not involved, it's really hard not to get caught up in the drama."
5. Social media pushes kids into risky behavior to seek affirmation

Victoria L. Dunckley, M.D. is adamant the maturity required to use social media appropriately cannot be taught to middle school kids. It's like trying to dress them in clothes that are too big. You just have to wait and let them grow up.

One of our readers says she is overwhelmed by social media culture influencing young kids:
"My daughter is 13 and has friends that are sexting and sending nudes to strangers on Snapchat. I'm so glad she comes to me with her questions. I've been very proactive about addressing these issues from an early age. Still, she feels alone because a lot of her friends are so clueless about these
This mom is absolutely right to be alarmed. Social media is a predator's playground.

Predators are expert at giving kids the attention they are looking for -You're so beautiful, you're so funny, you're so adventurous. When kids find someone who agrees with everything they say, it can be intoxicating. Police will tell you how easy it is to gain the trust of a middle school kid. Even more shocking is how quickly they can be persuaded to participate in risky behavior.

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I will tell you one more secret about myself as a parent -I make lots of mistakes. We all do. It's part of the job description. Plus now we have the impossible task of keeping ahead of the latest tech trends. Just like our middle school kids, we're bound to have some growing pains.

What to do if your kids are on social media now?

If your middle school kid is already on social media stay calm. In fact, it may cause more harm to cut them off completely at this point. Instead, make sure the ground rules for use are explicit. We recommend you go so far as to write up a contract. For ideas, check out this list at Scary Mommy.

Better than tossing them the keys

Reflecting on the experience with my novice driver, it's important to help kids get used to social media in a controlled environment for the first little while. Here are some tips:

Start with a family account

Begin using social media on large devices (not phones)

Set time limits and stick to them

Follow your kids' accounts

Plan face-to-face time with friends

Eventually the day will come when it's time for them drive on their own. When that happens, you can still have them update you about their online interactions. Kids will thrive when they know their parents always have their back.

Is My Child Ready for a Smartphone?

Smartphones and social media tend to go hand in hand these days. Although we recommend kids begin their social media experience on tablet or computer, knowing when to allow your child full-time internet access is important!

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This article was published in 2011 and it seems as if this article doesn't get updated frequently. This article was published by Gwenn Schurgin O'Keeffe and  Kathleen Clarke Pearson. This information relates to my topic because it states the effect that social media has on us teenagers and throughout the article it talks about both sides of the story on why social media is good and bad. This information supports my side because it lists ways that social media benefits our lives and it lists ways that social media helps not only our social life but our relationships with people. The purpose of my article is to state how social media benefits our lives, the way social media is good but bad at the same time, and finally the numbers that social media brings to the table. I know this is a trusting source because it also ends in .org and lacks in mistakes and errors.

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Using social media Web sites is among the most common activity of today's children and adolescents. Any Web site that allows social interaction is considered a social media site, including social networking sites such as Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter; gaming sites and virtual worlds such as Club Penguin, Second Life, and the Sims; video sites such as YouTube; and blogs.

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Most teens use some form of social media and have a profile on a social networking site. Many visit these sites every day.

There are plenty of good things about social media - but also many risks and things kids and teens should avoid. They don't always make good choices when they post something to a site, and this can lead to problems.

So it's important to talk with your kids about how to use social media wisely.

What's Good About Social Media

Social media can help kids:

stay connected with friends and family

volunteer or get involved with a campaign, nonprofit, or charity

enhance their creativity by sharing ideas, music, and art

meet and interact with others who share similar interests

communicate with educators and fellow students

What's Bad About Social Media

The flipside is that social media can be a hub for things like cyberbullying and questionable activities. Without meaning to, kids can share more online than they should.

Most teens:

post photos of themselves online or use their real names on their profiles

reveal their birthdates and interests

post their school name and the town where they live

This can make them easy targets for online predators and others who might mean them harm.

In fact, many teens say they have:

been contacted online by someone they didn't know in a way that made them feel scared or uncomfortable

received online advertising that was inappropriate for their age

lied about their age to get access to websites

Concerns and Consequences

Besides problems like cyberbullying and online predators, kids also can face the possibility of a physical encounter with the wrong person. Many newer apps automatically reveal the poster's location when they're used. This can tell anyone exactly where to find the person using the app.

And photos, videos, and comments made online usually can't be taken back once they're posted. Even when a teen thinks something has been deleted, it can be impossible to completely erase it from the Internet.

Posting an inappropriate photo can damage a reputation and cause problems years later - such as when a potential employer or college admissions officer does a background check. And sending a mean-spirited text, even as a joke, can be very hurtful to someone else and even taken as a threat.

Spending too much time on social media can be a downer too. Seeing how many "friends" others have and the pictures of them having fun can make kids feel bad about themselves or like they don't measure up to their peers.

What Can Parents Do?

It's important to be aware of what your kids do online. But snooping can alienate them and damage the trust you've built together. The key is to stay involved in a way that makes your kids understand that you respect their privacy but want to make sure they're safe.

Tell your kids that it's important to:

Be nice. Mean behavior is not OK. Make it clear that you expect your kids to treat others with respect, and to never post hurtful or embarrassing messages. And ask them to always tell you about any harassing or bullying messages that others post.

Think twice before hitting "enter." Remind teens that what they post can be used against them. For example, letting the world know that you're off on vacation or posting your home address gives would-be robbers a chance to strike. Teens also should avoid posting specific locations of parties or events, as well as phone numbers.

Follow the "WWGS?" (What Would Grandma Say?) rule. Teach kids not to share anything on social media that they wouldn't want their teachers, college admissions officers, future bosses - and yes, grandma - to see.

Use privacy settings. Privacy settings are important. Go through them together to make sure your kids understand each one. Also, explain that passwords are there to protect them against things like identity theft. They should never share them with anyone, even a boyfriend, girlfriend, or best friend.

Don't "friend" strangers. "If you don't know them, don't friend them." This is a plain, simple - and safe - rule of thumb.

Make a Contract

Consider making a "social media agreement" with your kids - a real contract they can sign. In it, they agree to protect their own privacy, consider their reputation, and not give out personal information. They also promise not to use technology to hurt anyone else through bullying or gossip.

In turn, parents agree to respect teens' privacy while making an effort to be part of the social media world. This means you can "friend" and observe them, but don't post embarrassing comments or rants about messy rooms.

Parents also can help keep kids grounded in the real world by putting limits on media use. Keep computers in public areas in the house, avoid laptops and smartphones in bedrooms, and set some rules on the use of technology (such as no devices at the dinner table).

And don't forget: Setting a good example through your own virtual behavior can go a long way toward helping your kids use social media safely.

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