Group Members Sherrelle Rojas 52298 Mahindra Ramkalawan 109000067 Deen Sahadeo 110000163 Mynelle Dyette 76020 Balraj Singh 63809 Amanda Ragoo 70174 Deen Impact of social media in key aspects of our lives: Effect of social media in the world of work Effect of social media in academics Effect of social media in your personal life Moral challenges of social media Deen Research Methodology: Primary Questionnaire Interviews Secondary Internet Research Personal Knowledge Deen Effect of social media in academics - Pros Increase student collaboration Encourage more participation Share resources quickly Social Media sites can be useful for homework help Amanda Effect of social media in academics - Cons Distraction in class Improper use of social media in the classroom Detract from human interaction Cyber bullying on social media websites Posting inappropriate content on social media websites Amanda Effect of social media in academics – Recommendation Innovation in control of mobile/social media usage in schools Amanda Effect of social media in the world of work Pros Source Potential Candidates/recruit Build strong relationships between clients and employees or between customers and employees, with better communication and awareness Enhance information discovery and delivery It is also a way for your employees to spread information about your company. Improves employee recognition and retention Balraj Effect of social media in the world of work Cons Lack of Focus/decreased productivity/distractions if employees use it as a source of entertainment rather than a tool for communication Employee Infractions and Terminations - employees can take to social media to complain about boss/coworkers. Increase risk of Malware Confidentiality and company image Balraj Effect of social media in the world of work Recommendations Have an Internet use and social media policy Monitor usage Implement and enforce: Even the best written policy is of little significance if not implemented properly. A well-implemented policy has four key components: Relevance: Proportionality Consistency Flexibility Balraj Effect of social media in your personal life - Pros Ability to connect to other people all over the world Easy and instant communication Real Time news and information discovery Great opportunities for business owners General fun and enjoyment Nigel Effect of social media in your personal life - Cons Information overwhelm Privacy Issues Social Peer Pressure and Cyber Bullying Online interaction substitution for offline interaction Distraction and Procrastination Sedentary lifestyle and sleep disruption Nigel Effect of social media in your personal life - Recommendations Be in the room - spend time with the people you are physically in the same space with. Parents - together with your teen visit their social media channels. Encourage quality time – set aside your phones Nigel Ethical & Moral challenges of social media Risks associated with social media: Criminal activities such as identity theft and fake contacts sexual abuse or harassment unsuitable advertising Cyberbullying online harassment Facebook depression Sherrelle Ethical & Moral challenges of social media Transparency – Be honest Anonymity – Everyone has a right to privacy Treat others as you would like to be treated Sherrelle Conclusion Mynelle Mynelle
