What is social media? Which theory or theories of psychology help to explain why people use social media? Why do they exhibit behaviors that are unique to these channels?

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Social Media Worksheet

Social Media Across the Generations Chart

Complete the following chart by describing each of the terms and identifying the age groups most likely to use it, as well as how they might use it.

Terms Description and purpose Age groups most likely to use Unique uses by these age groups .
Web 2.0
Web 3.0
Twitter
Blog
Facebook
Instagram
LinkedIn
YouTube

Answer the following questions in at least 3 to 4 sentences each.
Format any citations according to APA guidelines.

1. What is social media? Which theory or theories of psychology help to explain why people use social media? Why do they exhibit behaviors that are unique to these channels?

2. Select two of the following channels:

• Facebook
• Twitter
• YouTube
• Instagram

Discuss the social benefits and limitations of each. What human interactions can each of these channels create?

3. Describe the online and offline effects of social media on teens ages 13–19 and on adults ages 35–50.