Nowadays everyone has some form of communication, whether it is just a landline phone or social media. Due to the fact social media has only been around since 1997 and did not get popular until 2003, many people are still unsure if it’s a good or bad thing. Though I do admit there are some flaws in the world of social media, it is an amazing development in our society. It has become a great way to communicate. Also, in the modern day, schools and advertising companies have opted to use social media in their work. Social media is especially popular …show more content…
We are familiar with advertisements all around us, and it seems that marketing has developed along with the social media trend. Many people also use social websites in order to raise issues about anything. I remember the ALS challenge going around for a while about raising awareness of ALS and either dumping cold water on your head or donating money or both. The world of advertising is trying every tactic to keep the industry progressing with technology. Worldwide, advertising spent $23.68 billion on social media ads in 2015 and it is also estimated that $8.4 billion was made back on Facebook alone. Now if you look at that and do a quick calculation that’s about 35-36% back from one website. (Pause) I know the world has many issues facing it and our youth is affected by it too. Social media gives them a voice and able to voice opinions, which could be getting them ready to learn how to vote or even just make decisions on what they feel is right. Advertising is blooming off social media and its giving people a voice; it is a great part of …show more content…
I know some parents are concerned that social media is ruining and distracting their children from school but I went and talked to a principal of a local high school and here is what he said:
“Social media was a challenge at first because students were on the website during class and miss out on the lessons but recently we have developed ways to adjust teaching to our students world. Our year 10 to 12’s have made year level Facebook groups in order to discuss upcoming events and reminders. Also, class have started using a system to post assignments and upload them. Easy communication between teachers and students. It’s has been a great upgrade to our school.” ~ Principal Matthew Darwin, St Alexander High School
As you see schools are using social media in order to extend their school experiences. I’ve also seen schools using blogging as a way to express opinions on a specific topic. These systems are giving the teachers an easy way to mark and check plagiarism. It is encouraging our children not only to share their views but also to work hard and be honest. If we can learn to adapt to an issue and create a better system for working in, then what is the