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As a middle school principal, the effects of social media use are undeniable in my students’ lives.
We often hear about the ways that social media is damaging to our students. It is important, however, to recognize that social media is not only an inevitable part of students' lives -- it is often a necessary, and valued, instrument in developmental opportunities.
In fact, a study from the National Institutes of Health revealed that proper use of social media by children was associated with positive effects, including an increase in their physical activity, less family conflict and better sleep.
Balancing these clear benefits with an understanding of the consequences of misuse of social media can steer students in the right direction for them to gain long-term advantages.
Recently, I wrote a piece for SmartBrief Education about ways to counter social media negatives and why it is so helpful when educators teach awareness about the platforms to their students.
I have received tremendous outreach about more ideas and they are offered in this piece, with strategic solutions outlined for educators. Here are three common concerns surrounding student social media use and some ways to overcome them:
Problem: Danger to student wellbeing
There are tangible and intangible problems inherent to student social media use and their own wellbeing.
Consider one of the most obvious concerns: the negative impact of self image problems.
...Read Full Story: https://www.smartbrief.com/original/2021/09/3-powerful-social-media-solutions-students%C2%A0
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