Reaction: I completely agree with the statement. Although social networking takes a lot of time out of our lives it doesn't necessarily mean that it makes an less social in the real world. I know many friends that are very shy but once they get the courage from any type of social networking site they now have the confidence that never had before. The sites allow for people to get associated with each other without actually being there together. It's an easier and faster way to make friends. It may take some time out of their hands but it still gives them time to have many old and new friends. They still have the opportunity to stay in contact with their friends and family. I find social networking a great idea and chance to get to know people.
Resource: Owens, L. (n.d.). Internet & Anti-Social Behavior Theory Unfounded: Facebook, MySpace, Online: Research Refutes Cyber Socializing Fears | Suite101.com. Psychology | Suite101.com. Retrieved October 20, 2011, from http://laura-owens.suite101.com/internet--anti-social-behavior-theory-unfounded-a111897
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Yes, social networking communication allows for a different type of interaction for people who are more in their comfort zone online. That's always a good thing, just as long as they don't hide behind the computer, but use the newfound skill to go further in their communication.
ReplyDeleteI agree. I also think that people feel more comfortable behind a computer and that's why they have larger social networks.
ReplyDeleteI agree it is a great way to communicate to old friends. Especially if they have moved away and you have lost contact with each other. It is also a good way to meet new friends, people just have to be careful with meeting new friends through social networking.
ReplyDeleteI agree that it is an easy way to contact family. A lesson that I focus on in 5th grade, is teaching students to create acceptable profiles.
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