Practice Social Media: A Double-edged Sword (5)

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Question 1.
Define echo chambers in the context of social media.
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Think about groups that only share similar viewpoints.
Question 2.
What is hashtag activism?
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It often involves public campaigns.
3Question 3.
What is a positive outcome of social media?
- It spreads misinformation
- It amplifies marginalized voices
- It encourages cyberbullying
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Think about how social media can give people a platform.
4Question 4.
True or False: Social media has no negative effects on civic engagement.
- True
- False
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Consider the darker side of online interaction.
Question 5.
Consider a recent social media campaign. Analyze its impact on civic engagement. What were its positive and negative effects?
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Consider real-time examples and follow-up on the outcomes.
Question 6.
Discuss the role of social media in a recent political event. How did it shape public opinion?
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Look into movements and political debates highlighted on social platforms.

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