Monday, July 16, 2018
I still don't like social media.....
I may not use social media, but that doesn't mean that the rest of the world doesn't and it is a big part of my future student's lives. I always thought that it would be a positive that I couldn't be Facebook stalked, that strangers wouldn't have access to pictures of me, my wife, and my children. The social media section of the class was very informative and terrifying. The personal story of the students that created a Facebook account for their teacher was alarming. I guess I will be opening an account and probably Instagram while I'm at it. I'm really excited to use Twitter as a great way to connect with teachers from all over. To obtain advice and learn what is working across the education spectrum.
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I also thought that the idea that not having a social media page can work against you was crazy. I think that I'll have to make myself a twitter to do some more activities with #'s. I like the way that you are looking at this positively for your students and will get involved with social media even though you may not be a big fan of it.
ReplyDeleteMisconception alert! Sheesh. I had NEVER considered that students would make social media pages for their teachers. I am also not a social media fan but mostly because it causes me anxiety to use it. I appreciate your positive view as well! I am adjusting my perspective on social media as we speak, well, type:)
ReplyDeleteYeah, I thought I was 'safe' too by not having a social media account. What an eye opener that kids would go an create false accounts to harass, shame and mistreat their teachers. I guess it is the spitball of the 21st century. Like you, I am still not convinced I need an account, but Jeff made good points that I need to consider.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you, I never thought by not having a social media presence you would be putting oneself at risk, but I think with more knowledge we have of these platforms it can only benefit us in the long run.
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