Social Media: Balance and Risks
Year 9 - 10SS Social media intro
Quick Poll: Your Social Media Use
How many hours of social media do you use daily? What are your top 3 platforms? Do you mostly: Connect, Create, or Consume?
Learning Objectives
Evaluate productive vs non-productive social media time Identify how social media affects your personal goals Recognise major risks of social media use Develop strategies for safer, smarter use
Hiranga - Striving for Personal Excellence
'Excellence is not a skill, it's an attitude' - Ralph Marston How can we use social media to support our excellence?
Productive vs Non-Productive Time
PRODUCTIVE: Learning new skills, connecting with friends, creative projects NON-PRODUCTIVE: Endless scrolling, comparing yourself to others, mindless consumption The key is BALANCE, not elimination Ask yourself: 'Is this helping me grow?'
Major Risk Categories
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Expert Groups Challenge
Mental Health Reputation Misinformation Privacy/Safety
Key Takeaways
Social media isn't good or bad - it's how we use it Check if your usage supports your personal goals Be aware of the four major risk areas Small changes can make a big difference You have the power to control your digital life