Social Media Safety
Someone you don't know sends you a message asking for money. What is the best thing to do in this situation?
You could ignore the person, block the person, or report the profile in this situation. It's best not to send a message back to avoid continued harassment.
True or False: You should click on a link in an email from an address you don't recognize
False
a type of bullying that occurs online
Cyberbullying
This site uses a blue "F" as a logo and was originally founded as a college networking site.
It allows your to "connect with family and friends, share multimedia content, and join communities based on shared interests/hobbies.
True or False:
It is possible for me to become dependent on screen time
True: A recent study showed that 50% Of teens feel dependent on their phone
Why should you keep your account private?
Answers will vary
Is it okay to leave your computer open and walk away?
Sometimes, if you are at home or in a trusted location. However, if you are unsure, it is always best to close your computer or the browser you're using when stepping away.
Social Media lets you ______ with friends and family.
Connect
This site was bought by Facebook and has users share photos and videos of content.
It is intended to "bring you closer to the people and things you love"
True or False:
Only phones emit blue light
False
smartphones, tv's laptops, videogames, tablets all emit light that impairs our sleep
What is a step you can take to make sure your information remains private?
1) Make your profile private.
2) Only accept requests from people you know.
3) Don't respond to others you don't know or share information with people you don't know in messages.
Should you enter personal or financial information into an unfamiliar website if there is an item there you'd like to get?
No
A funny image, video, or text that is copied and shared on social media.
meme
This site shares videos of all types and has no limit to the length of the video.
YouTube
What is the average screen time usage for teens
A. 5 Hours B. 7 Hours
C. 1 Hour D. 3 Hours
B. 7 OR more Hours.
How long does something remain online after it's posted?
Always. Although posts can be deleted, it is possible to continue to find things previously posted at any point in time in the future.
What are some ways you can tell it is okay to enter your information into an unfamiliar website?
1) See if the site seems legitimate and search the site on a website like google before making purchases or entering information.
2) Ask someone you trust if they're familiar with the website.
This is something that can be sent over social media, email, or the internet and is used to steal valuable information.
virus
This app is a very popular social media platform used to create, watch and share short-from video content.
It has build in filters, special effects, txt, voiceovers and a library of songs and trending sounds.
TicTok.
slogan "inspire creativity and bring joy"
1. Schedule time to "UNPLUG"
2. Create time limits for screen time
3. Turn phones off every night
4. Start a new hobbie
What is a way to make sure no one can guess the password to your social media account?
1) Use strong passwords.
2) Use different passwords for each account.
3) Don't share passwords with anyone else.
4) Don't write passwords down where others have access to them.
What is something you can do to keep information from being stolen online?
1) Don't share personal information.
2) Use virus protection software.
3) Use a strong password on websites where information is stored.
This is an article, video, or image that uses misleading language to get a user to click on it.
clickbait
This social media platform uses photos and texts that disappear after a short amount of time. It has animal ears and face filters. It is popular for its "streaks"
The app helps "empower people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world and have fun together."
Snapchat
True or False:
Being mindful of screen time can be beneficial for our mental health
True!
If we are mindful of technology it can support our mental health. It is how we use it which is important.
For example: connect with family, access interesting information versus scrolling through social media comparing our lives to others/ influencers.