Has Social Media in the 21st century Created a More “Positive” or “Negative” Impact Globally?
• How has social media connected us socially around the globe?
• Has this been more “positive” or more “negative” effects?
• Must Give at least one Example(s) with explanation and evidence Example: Ukrainians use of social media increased awareness and action to aid Ukraine – yes, you may use this example if you wish. B. Death of Mahsa Amini by Iranian police spark protest that has been captured in social media – what were the effects of this and how did Iranian government react? – again you may use this if you wish. C. Video on twitter capture Shanghai Covid-19 lockdown – people in apartment screaming
B. Politics
• How has social media influenced us politically?
• Has this been more “positive” or more “negative”?
• Example: Social media platforms, like Facebook and Twitter, have made headlines for influencing the political news we view on their platforms as well as employing censorship against political messages they disapprove. Research this, explain it, and utilize a news article about this. Argue if this is, again, a “positive” or “negative” consequence of the social media platforms. – yes, you may use this example if you wish.
C. Economics
