Social Media Writing Workshop
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Social Media Writing Workshop
📱 Learning Intentions & Success Criteria
• Analyse the negative impacts of social media on individuals and society
• Write persuasive TEXAS paragraphs about social media issues
• Develop critical thinking skills about digital media
🎯 Do Now Activity - Social Media Bingo!
📖 Reading Comprehension - The Dark Side
Social media algorithms are designed to keep users _____________ by showing content that triggers _____________ emotions like anger or fear.
✍️ Creative Writing Steps
In groups of 3-4, brainstorm social media problems affecting young people. List at least 6 issues:
Topic Sentence - What's your main argument?
Example - What specific example will you use?
Xplanation - How does this example prove your point?
Analysis - Why is this significant?
Summary - How will you conclude?
📝 Individual Writing Task
Write a persuasive piece about ONE dark side of social media. Use the TEXAS paragraph structure and include:
• A compelling topic sentence
• Specific examples from the text or your own knowledge
• Clear explanations of cause and effect
• Analysis of why this matters to young people
• A strong concluding sentence
Word count: 250-350 words
🔄 Step 4: Peer Review & Editing
🎯 Reflection & Extension
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