Social Media Basics
An online platform where people share photos, videos, and messages
Social Media
This should always be kept secret to protect an account
Password
This should be discussed with children before they use social media
Rules/Boundaries
What is Fake News?
False or made-up information
What is screen time?
Time spent using phones, tablets, or computers.
Give 3 examples of Social Media Platforms
Instagram, Snapchat, Tiktok
This type of message tries to steal personal information
phishing
Limiting daily phone usage helps prevent this problem
screen addiction
True or False:
We should believe everything we see online.
False
True or False:
It is healthy to be on social media all day.
False
A feature that allows content to disappear after 24 hours
Stories
What kind of an account has limited viewers who can visit a page.
Private Account
Parents use these to control app usage and content
Parental controls
Name one way to identify if a post might be fake.
No source
Exaggerated Headlines
Spelling mistakes
Name any 3 activities you can do instead of screen time.
Reading, sports, talking to family.
What does 'DM' mean?
Direct Message
Talking to strangers online can lead to this serious risk
Checking a child's emotional behavior can help detect this issue
Cyberbullying
What should you do before sharing news online?
Check if it's true!
How does too much screen time affect us?
Poor sleep, eye strain, less focus.
What do we call people who follow your account?
Followers
What is a strong password?
A password with letters, numbers and symbols
Why should you think before posting online?
It can affect your future, reputation and safety
Why is sharing fake news harmful?
It spreads lies and causes confusion
What is a healthy way to manage screen time?
Set limits and take breaks.