Exploring Digital Literacy through TikTok by Hannah Havrilla

At Home:

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 19:27:16 UTC

At home, TikTok is a space where I have explored my interests and creativity. For example, nail designs on TikTok, taught me how to use digital platforms to find new inspiration. By experimenting with these designs, it has helped me appreciate the power of visual tutorials and to use them as future inspiration for new nail art.

At Home:

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 19:42:50 UTC

At home, TikTok has been a space for me to explore sports trends and rewatch key moments from games. As a huge Philadelphia Eagles fan, I came across a TikTok from one of their games that added a funny twist. The video featured a funny sound saying, "Don't worry girl I got your back, from right here," ironically paired with the footage of a penalty fight after Saquon was able to get the first down. By liking this TikTok, it has taught me to appreciate the unique ways fans bring humor and perspective to sports moments and connect with the game on a more personal and entertaining level.

At Home:

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 19:46:13 UTC

At home, TikTok has also been a space where I can stay informed about current news. For example, there had been rumors about TikTok potentially being banned and related content started appearing on my search results and my "For You" page. One specific video from the news outlet "Daily Mail" caught my attention. The verification logo indicated that the account represents a legitimate brand, which led me to believe the information is accurate. However, I realized that I never click on the "more" button to read the full caption or explore additional links to verify the information.

I have learned that it is important to evaluate digital content, even if it is verified. It has shaped my understanding of digital literacy by understanding that I need to search for additional information to ensure it is accurate.

At School:

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 19:55:50 UTC

At School, TikTok has been a valuable tool in enhancing my digital literacy. I frequently use the "Save" feature to collect videos that inspire creative classroom materials, such as posters, organizers, and songs to teach classroom rules. For example, I found engaging songs on TikTok that helped make rules more memorable and fun for students. Through this experience, I have learned how to search for content and adapt it to my teaching style. It has helped me understand that choosing the right resources is important for creating a more organized and meaningful learning space.

At School:

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 20:00:59 UTC

At School, TikTok has played a significant role in improving my digital literacy, particularly in exploring ways to interact with multimodal compositions. By searching on TikTok, I have discovered tutorial videos on how to interact with sites such as Canva. These videos have taught me how to combine text and images together in a way that helps me communicate better with my students. This has shaped my understanding of digital literacy by showing different ways to express my ideas and using digital tools to create more engaging learning materials.

At School:

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 20:01:43 UTC

At School, TikTok has been helpful in finding affordable and practical items for my future classroom. For example, I came across a video showcasing teacher lanyards that were both budget-friendly and functional. By using TikTok to discover resources like this, I have learned how to navigate the platform to find helpful recommendations that fit my needs. This experience has shaped my understanding of digital literacy by teaching me how to evaluate and apply online content to make informed decisions that benefit my teaching environment.

As a Volunteer:

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 20:04:39 UTC

As a volunteer for Wissahickon's Summer Field Hockey Camps, TikTok has been a great resource for learning new skills and improving ones I already know. For example, I found a video that taught me how to do a walking insert, which involves stepping into the motion for more power instead of just inserting the ball to the top of the circle. This experience has taught me how to use digital platforms to find practical, step-by-step videos. It has shaped my understanding of digital literacy by showing how online resources can enhance my skill development.

As a Volunteer

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 20:10:28 UTC

As a volunteer for Wissahickon's Summer Field Hockey Camps, TikTok has been a space where I can I find videos of impressive plays from D1 or professional field hockey games. Watching these clips is inspiring and gives me ideas to share with the players I coach. It has taught me how to use digital platforms to stay involved with the sport and bring fresh ideas to my coaching. This experience has shaped my understanding of digital literacy by showing how online content can be a tool for learning and sharing knowledge with others.

As a Volunteer:

hannahehav1234 — 2025-01-22 20:10:58 UTC

As a volunteer for Wissahickon's Summer Field Hockey Camps, TikTok has been a beneficial resource for following brands like LeapHockey, which shares videos teaching new moves and skills to improve your game. These tutorials have helped me learn advanced techniques and ways to coach them effectively to players. This experience has taught me how to use digital platforms to access expert advice and apply it into my coaching. It has shaped my understanding of digital literacy by showing how online content can serve as a tool for skill-building and professional growth.