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- Social Media - Promoting Life, Student Learning, and Connections Virtual Case Study Competition 2012 Bridgewater State University Peter Max Quinn, Michael Courville, Kelly Burne, Jeff Sarahs

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Questions to ask yourself How does the social media revolution affect you? What piece of the video stood out the most for you? Why? Did anything in the video surprise you? Social Media Revolution Social Media Revolution ^ ------- To watch, click the link!

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In a given day, I check my social media profiles Maybe once a day One to ten times a day Ten to twenty times a day If Im at a computer, on my cell phone, iPod, iPad, Kindle Fire, Nook Tablet Im logged on! How connected are you?

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Social Media in the Classroom Educational Tool Enhances Student Engagement and Learning Improves Communication Among Students and Teachers Prepares Students for Successful Employment CLASSROOM BLOGS & DISCUSSION BOARDS Allow for more 1:1 interaction between students & faculty Learning continues beyond the classroom Learning beyond constrictions of time

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Social Media In The Classroom & Beyond TWITTER Students can tweet questions to the professor during his/her lecture & professor can address students questions either during or after class Shy students can ask questions without fear Builds relationships and communities An inexpensive way to engage students in critical thinking and academic discussions

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Identity Development identity noun \- den-t-t, -\ Definition of IDENTITY 1-a : sameness of essential or generic character in different instances b : sameness in all that constitutes the objective reality of a thing : oneness 2-a : the distinguishing character or personality of an individual : individuality b : the relation established by psychological identification 3 : the condition of being the same with something described or asserted Who are you? What do you believe in? What will you stand up for? What wont you? How were you raised? What are you values? Are you religious? Spiritual? What are your hobbies? What are your friends like? Are they like you? Ask Yourself:

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Digital Identity Development digital identity noun \ di-j-t l \ - den-t-t, - \ Definition of DIGITAL IDENTITY 1-a : sameness of ones identity or generic character in a digital (online) form b : sameness in all that constitutes the objective reality of a person : congruency 2-a : the distinguishing character or personality of an individual displayed via online profiles and platforms b : the relation established by psychological identification 3 : the condition of being the same in-person as they are online Who are you? Does your online profile(s) accurately reflect who you are? What happens when you Google Yourself? What did you find? Any surprises? What will someones first impression of you be based on your profile(s)? What do you want people to know about you? Can you get in trouble for the contents of your profile(s)? Do you need to change anything? Ask Yourself:

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Its All About the Image you Project What will people think of you???? Middle College doesnt like your photo! 1 1

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#RealWorldProblems There were allegations of stalking prior to the shooting spree at Virginia Tech by gunman Seung Hui Cho, who sent another student disturbing online messages and phoning her repeatedly. Campus environments are conducive to stalking because people's movements, habits and whereabouts can be studied easily. UCLA student Alexandra Wallace has gained national notoriety for posting a YouTube video which shows her in a 3-minute long banter against Asian students. This video has reached astronomical numbers. Despite Wallaces moral character now being in question, the potential for so many students to feel discriminated or hated against is a highly likely and unfortunate circumstance. Real Students, Real Consequences, Real World Problems

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Social Media can. Misrepresent who you are and obscure the context of your words or actions Be a distraction resulting in poor time management and overall production Make it difficult to distinguish between personal and professional lives Contribute to social isolation Impose upon your privacy & legally incriminate you Be a weapon for identity theft Attract individuals with malicious behavior, jeopardizing your safety Negatively effect ones emotional well-being, mental wellness, and sense of identity Professional Consequences of Misuse Potentially lose your scholarship, enrollment, or job! What happens on YouTube stays on YouTube Get Fired or not Get Hired! REMEMBER!

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Whos looking? Prospective Students! Your peers! College Administrators Potential Landlord Future Employers About a third of employers report using search engines or social networking sites to screen candidates for jobs. Police Parents Younger Siblings Current Employers Anyone and Everyone! Your profiles are on the World Wide Web Its Public Information What do you want them to know?

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Lets Sharpen Your Image Middle College likes your new look! 1 1 Positive Images, Personal Goals, Accomplishments, Current Employment, Hobbies, Your Values & First Impressions are KEY! Who would you hire? OR Dont sell yourself short! Showcase your talents, not your drinking abilities!

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Professionalism 101 Text lingo and emoticons have no place in professional documents or communication. Leave the s to your BFFL and your Gma. When in doubt, leave it out - if youre doubtful whether your language or communication style is appropriate, its probably not. Remember: When you include a specific department, club, or organization in your social media profile or email signature, you are ALWAYS representing them!

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Your Network is your Net-worth What will your next move be? How will you increase your Net-Worth?

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Be careful what you post! Posting room #s Posting home addresses Posting cell phone #s Pictures are public Posting class schedules Meeting strangers Content of your Posts Comments from your friends What you talk about with your friends Groups youre affiliated with What you say about your company, your professors, your college, your friends, or even your boss! Middle College has added you as a friend! 1 1 incivility/ insi vilit/ Noun: Rude or unsociable speech or behavior; lack of politeness. An impolite or offensive comment All of these things can negatively impact your personal, professional, and social life! What do you want people to know about you?

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How Middle College can use Social Media Facebook pages for specific departments, groups, and organizations Live Tweeting at events Community announcements Emergency notifications Weather notifications Community forums Educational applications For more social media applications CLICK HERE!CLICK HERE!

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Dont Get Left In The Dust! If you consider the potential dangers of Social Media If you take the proper precautions while using Social Media If you use Social Media to better enhance your knowledge, educational experience, and communication Is This Hotel Pager- Friendly? The times are changing, dont get left behind, you can change with the times! You will be prepared for the REVOLUTION!

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Ask Yourself Where You Stand Faculty & Staff should have a presence in Social Media? MC administrators should be policing student profiles? I need to be more careful about pictures of me that end up online? I should probably make some changes to my online profiles? I am concerned about creating a positive image of myself? People need to stop caring about what I do in my own time! Its none of their business!

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How prepared are you for the Revolution?