Megan

[Megan @MeganM307]

This course has been highly educational and eye opening about something we take for granted daily. Social media is such a prominent part of our lives today, I think everyone should be required to study it in some way, shape or form.

[Megan @MeganM307]

I think online classes are great if you're a self-regulated and disciplined person. It's also great in terms of accessibility, however, I do find that I put my online classes on the back burner compared to some of my other classes in person.

[Megan @MeganM307]

I really struggle with the issue of online marketing. It's a great way to advertise your products or services, but should my privacy be compromised as a result?

[Megan @MeganM307]

@al_sse It's more of an ethical debate in my mind. I don't like the fact that my privacy isn't respected and that my every move is being tracked on the internet. I find it unsettling...

[Megan @MeganM307]

@audet_stella I definitely would consider myself addicted, however, I'm able to and more than happy to disconnect every once in a while. When I'm busy and around good people I don't feel the need to be on a device at all.

[Megan @MeganM307]

@ArvanitisSophia I definitely think it's more difficult to keep up and stay on task in an online course. It involves a lot more self regulation than a regular class.

[Megan @MeganM307]

@JeremyUsheroff I also really like the short and informal nature of tweeting. I think it adds an element of fun and spontaneity that not many other platforms have.

[Megan @MeganM307]

@al_sse Pretty compelling. It really highlights the systemic racism in our society today. It's headlines like these that add fuel to the fire in my mind.

[Megan @MeganM307]

@audet_stella I think it's becoming more so as well. The more I learn, the more skeptical and cautious I become. You have to be so careful what you put out there. #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

@CharlesGuvremo1 I definitely think that Facebook has become less popular over the years. I use it more for communicating with peers and for school purposes. #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

@SBoudribila When used properly, social media can be incredibly effective and reach a wide and diverse audience. You can have a huge impact if you use it effectively. #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

@GraziaNovello I can't say I spend a lot of time on YouTube but when I do go on in my spare time, I could watch for hours. So much variety in the content! #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

@NassrySaima I think this is an important distinction to make that people don't fully understand. It's not the tools that are harmful, it's the way in which they're used and understood that can be problematic. Teaching people from a young age would help solve this problem #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

@VBailey2019 A super important point you make. We're so lucky to have so much information at our fingertips but that comes with other responsibilities. We mustn't believe everything we see and as you say, must be critical and informed users #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

Social media is a quick and easy way to access information. It's also super important to check your sources, do proper research and not believe everything you see at first glance. #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

@r_carpanzano I definitely think that the lives of people portrayed on the internet can have a negative impact on young children today. At a young age it's difficult to know how to decipher what it real and what is not. #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

YouTube has so many great uses. I've used it for entertainment purposes and educational purposes. There is little to nothing you won't find on YouTube these days. #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

I've always loved using YouTube as a different learning tool. I'm more of a visual learner as well, so when the textbook just isn't doing the trick it's a great alternative. #lesson12

[Megan @MeganM307]

@SN40098126 Such an important point. Art is a reflection of the times and I would also agree that there was no real understanding around how to portray indigenous people. I don't believe it was done to be offensive in any way. Was simply how things were understood at that time #lesson11

[Megan @MeganM307]

@GraziaNovello Was definitely my favourite Disney movie as a kid. I don't think there's anything wrong with making a little girl want to feel like a princess. It definitely had no harmful impact on me, my life or my level of confidence. #lesson11