CTL1617 Week One: Defining Social Media by Stefanie Dos Santos https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs Do you consider Padlet to be a 'social media' platform? Why or why not? en-us 2023-09-12 15:20:35 UTC 2023-10-11 19:19:32 UTC hello@padlet.com Padlet Response - Faheem Motara https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2709473501 I agree with the notion that Padlet can be considered a 'social media' platform, given my definition of social media supported by Dyer (2020). Social media, in my view, encompasses a wide range of online platforms and spaces where individuals engage in social interaction, share content, and express their identities. This definition acknowledges that social media platforms serve purposes beyond just facilitating social interaction; they often blend with other online spaces and may include elements of data collection. Padlet aligns with this definition because it provides a platform for users to interact, collaborate, share content, and, to some extent, express ideas and identities. It promotes engagement through comments, discussions, and collaborative projects, mirroring fundamental aspects of social interaction seen on mainstream social media. Moreover, Padlet is not limited to social interaction; it is a versatile tool used in various contexts, including education and professional collaboration. This versatility echoes the evolving nature of social media, which increasingly blurs the lines between dedicated social networks and other online spaces. However, it is essential to acknowledge that Padlet differs from traditional social media platforms like Facebook or Twitter. Padlet's primary focus is on structured collaboration and content sharing, not on building personal profiles or expanding social networks. Despite this difference, Padlet's capacity to facilitate social interaction and content sharing aligns with the broader concept of social media as a dynamic digital ecosystem that caters to diverse user experiences and purposes. Therefore, considering Padlet as a 'social media' platform, with its own distinct niche, is a valid perspective in line with the evolving landscape of digital platforms.]]> 2023-09-18 19:52:33 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2709473501 PJ Lin https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2709632946 Padlet has many features that can be used to classify it as a social media platform. Right now, I am replying to a post that was created by another user which gives me the opportunity to connect and engage with others. There is the option to share texts, photos, videos, and even gifs. Another feature of this site is the ability to reply to not just the person who created the Padlet but to all other users who have participated. You can also share how you feel about posts using the "thumbs up" or "thumbs down" feature which can further connect you with others. Lastly, Padlet has the ability to form digital communities similar to other social media platforms where there is a common topic of discussion or interest. The one feature that I would say is unlike common social media platforms is the fact that you do not necessarily need an account to use it. With other sites, you may be able to access and view the content but not be able to interact with it. ]]> 2023-09-18 23:23:20 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2709632946 Now that I think about it... Yes! (Anne-Renée) https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2709657452 At first thought, I would not have considered Padlet to be a social media platform. My initial reaction was to compare it to all other social media platforms that I am familiar with and those that are popular. However, after reflecting on my own definition of social media in this week's first discussion question, I DO think Padlet could be considered a social media platform. As it relates to my definition, Padlet allows for social interaction between users. Users can passively or actively interact with the shared content. I also mentioned that a social community is required and Padlet allows for a short-lived community (in this example) but could also be used over a longer period of time. In my current position as an instructional coach, we often create Padlets for groups of educators. For example, we have a Padlet that is shared with a group of secondary school guidance counselors. In this Padlet we share important updates, useful links and allow users to ask questions related to specific topics. I really like this question as it helped me see how social media can exist in the classroom in ways other than using the popular and well known social media platforms. I look forward to learning more!]]> 2023-09-18 23:49:21 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2709657452 Padlet Response - Shathusha Pavalendram https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2709926782 Yes, I believe that Padlet is considered to be a social media platform. I argue this because Padlet is often described as an online collaborative tool for creating digital bulletin boards, where users can add and organize various types of content, such as text, images, videos, and links. Through Padlet, users can interact with one another, create profiles, network, content share, and have privacy settings. These are all common factors of a social media platform. Its primary purpose is to facilitate collaboration and content organization, which are often associated with traditional social media.]]> 2023-09-19 02:37:36 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2709926782 Padlet Response: Khushee Luhar khusheeluhar https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2711577901 Based on the definition of social media that I had given in my step 1 response, of social media being a place of gathering (virtually), I think padlet can be considered in this category. I think what would make someone disagree is the idea that it is most often used in the context of education, and we often do not think of education and social media to be things that can co-exist or exist within one another. Again, it just depends on the perspective we choose to take on this topic and from what point of view or definition we are looking at it from. ]]> 2023-09-19 21:20:46 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2711577901 Padlet Response- Stephanie Cheng https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2712138151 Yes I do consider Padlet a social media because it is a platform used to connect others and share or express thoughts and ideas. I would compare Padlet to a Pinterest board where it is a map of ideas related to a general concept. I think Padlet can also be compared to social media platforms like Instagram where you can add comments, like, and reply to other people’s posts. 

]]> 2023-09-20 05:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2712138151 Padlet Response - Tiffany Wong https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2715353996 I do consider Padlet as a social media platform as it allows users to post content and other users will be able to see the post. Users are also allow to like, dislike, and comment on the post just like more mainstream social media platforms. It is also a great platform for users to connect and collaborate with each other. All of these factors are some of the guidelines of what I would consider as a social media platform. However, one thing about padlet is that it does not require individuals to create an account just like many other social media platforms we see out there. Although this is not necessarily a negative thing associated. Overall, I think that padlet aligns with the general and overarching definition of social media where users can post, share, interact, and collaborate with each other and enhances for engagement in other people's post. ]]> 2023-09-21 23:40:53 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2715353996 Padlet Response- Anthony Mariano https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2715516154 I first saw Padlet during the Pandemic a few years ago during graduation ceremonies where we can leave well wishes to those graduating.  I thought that was a very unique way to give well wishes for obvious reasons.  I even remember also using Padlet to wish colleagues a happy retirement or best wishes in the next chapter after leaving a school.  

I compare Padlet as an educational version to Facebook, Instagram, and even Twitter (X) where when you post something (a thought, picture, memory) people see it and they have a chance to like, respond or even share it to their circle of friends.  

I could see Padlet used to share reflections what they learned/attained in a specific class and even for textbook responses and answer questions. ]]> 2023-09-22 01:39:40 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2715516154 Padlet Response -- (Keith) Weiqi Zeng weiqizeng https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2716841631 Yes! I totally agree the Padlet as a social media platform as any virtual platform that allows digital natives to interact is social media. It does not need too many complex functions and entertainment functions, as long as it can provide individuals with a virtual platform to communicate and interact with each other, it can be defined as social media.
 
]]> 2023-09-22 20:13:46 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2716841631 Yes! I think it is! (Shannen Smalley) https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2716901489 If you would have asked me this question before reading the article and before coming up with my own definition of social media, I think my answer would have been no, it is not a form of social media. After reading the article and following my own definition I think it absolutely is a form of social media. My own definition reads, "Social media is an omnipresent collection of online technological platforms that enable individuals and organizations to create, share, and interact with content, information, and ideas in a virtual social environment". When you break it down Padlet is a technological platform that does enable individuals to share and interact with content ! That's the whole point. And tying it back to the reading, you are able to share and look at audio and video which Dyer also mentions. ]]> 2023-09-22 21:55:35 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2716901489 Padlet response by Jin Zhang https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2716992612 I think Padlet is a social media platform. Any registered users could post the comments, questions, and resources in one place that is easily accessible to everyone. It has the centered features of social media: a space for people to post content online and interact (Dyer 2020, p.23). 

Meanwhile, Padlet is a useful social media for education. For example, teachers could use it for book reviews, topic summary, greeting cards, question board, and opinion/forum.Teachers and students can effectively communicate online about certain topics. However, I think the formats that are used on Padlet could be more varied, so that the quality of Padlet will be improved. 


]]> 2023-09-23 01:52:04 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2716992612 Response by Maxime Lamarche softpetalsrustymetals https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2718289006 I believe that Padlet is a form of social media. This is because Padlet allows users to post and interact with each others' content in a way that aligns both with my own personal definition of social media and with Dyer's (2020) definition of social media as "platforms through which users engage with, through, on, over, and about media, albeit alone with other users, or with a range of entities both human and non-human" (Dyer, 2020, pp. 28). ]]> 2023-09-24 23:45:47 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2718289006 Response by Daniela Andreadis https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2718369425 Yes, I agree that Padlet is a ‘social media’ platform. I define social media as “the use of online platforms/web applications that allow individuals to interact and/or view others in a virtual space” and Padlet does just that. This application allows individuals to share content in the form of videos, links, pictures, text, etc. The application can be used for individual content (no sharing) and this aligns with Dyer’s view in stating that social media extends “beyond social interaction (2020).]]> 2023-09-25 01:02:56 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2718369425 Response by Yolanda Liu https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2718947630 After reading this week’s article, I AGREE this is a social media site! It allows for people to create, discuss and consume other people’s ideas and thoughts. This aligns with my own personal ideas around social media and it also allowed for not only text but other forms of media to be shared as well. 
I believe what makes something “social media” is how the users interact and use the platform. Social media will not be social media without its user base. 
In keeping with this idea, I’d like to share something with everyone so that we as users make this a social media space! 
First of all, instead of using the PC, I’m posting this on my phone. Dyer (2020) mentioned that social media is not confined to one device and that some apps and social media platforms are used on only the computer or phone, or on multiple platforms! 
Secondly, to share an update, I came across this book and I wanted to share it, it is definitely an interesting read and I’d love to finish reading the book. For those who have taken “games and learning” before with Dr. Darvasi, this is closely related! ]]> 2023-09-25 08:36:07 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2718947630 Step 3 Response by Jason Szwimer https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2742375547 I think Padlet is a social media platform with an educational focus. As we have seen this week, Dyer shows the challenge of defining social media, but one objective factor in its definition could be that it involves platforms where people gather using different technologies to interact . Since Padlet facilitates digital content sharing, real-time collaboration, and interaction among students and teachers, it aligns with this core characteristic of social media. I suspect some might argue Padlet isn’t a social media tool because it’s primary focus is education, but as Dyer, referencing Marshall McLuhan states, “The Medium Is (Part of) the Message” (p. 55), suggesting that assigning a purpose to each social media platform is tricky because individuals interact differently online depending on what social media platform they are on, and the device they use. Ultimately, I believe Padlet is seen primarily as an educational tool only because the company markets it that way. In reality, Padlet is also a platform where learning and collaboration happens socially. Given how the platform works, I think non-educational socializing could also happen there. For these reasons, I think it is a social media platform. ]]> 2023-10-11 19:19:32 UTC https://padlet.com/stefaniedossantos1/1gfh5gnzlw4iyizs/wish/2742375547