SocialMedia4Seniors

  Exercises for new Learners  1.  Do you feel confident about accessing different Social Media websites safely? YES/NO 2. Do you feel confident opening an account and gaining login details? YES/NO 3. Can you tell me in your own words what steps you will take to access the Social Media sites of your choosing? 4. Can you list at least 3 Work Health & Safety related issues you have learned about? 4.1. 4.2. 4.3. From what you have learned about W.H &S, will you alter your workstation to accommodate any existing health issues you may have, (i.e. Neck pain)?  5. Can you list at least 5 different risks associated with Social Media you have become aware of? 5.1. 5.2. 5.3. 5.4. 5.5. 5. Can you list at least 5 different aspects  associated with Social Media you have become aware of. that  you may see as beneficial? 5.1. 5.2. 5.3. 5.4. 5.5. 6. Do you think you will use Social Media?  Can you please cut and paste your responses into an email to send to me ...

Having a computer or other device and access to an internet provider is a prerequisite to setting up a social media account and being able to access the internet and  World Wide Web (www) and Social Media Platforms/Sites. These various sites all can be accesssed from a browser on your computer however each will have it own  APP (application) you are able to download to mobile phones and Tablet device as well.   What is FACEBOOK about?     facebook by  Book Catalog Facebook (FB) is just one Social media platform,  possibly one of the most widely accessed SM platforms globally. I will use this platform to speak about some issues that are common to most platforms. FB is generally known for keeping in contact with family, friends, and like-minded people as in Beekeepers in Kogarah or Sailors of the North Shore –you can pretty much find any interest group.  This is the same across most Social Media Pla platforms. FUN Facebook FACT: Just as many older p...

 BENEFITS OF SOCIAL MEDIA FOR  SENIORS Collectively,  they are varied and dependant on the individual’s choice of Platform,  interests, and who people desire to communicate with. Benefits include B eing an auxiliary form of communication and extension of older communication devices with your phone/phone calls and/or devices generally. The ability to stay up to date and share information, photos, and other media formats,  access News and be able to interact with interest groups of choice. THEREFORE, Social Media reduces loneliness for many older people in the community  T ype of social Media – dependent on the individual interests & activities they may be involved or interested in. THEREFORE, Social Media can increase a sense of community  for older people Benefits for Library members lay with the ability to interact on platforms often in real-time with other library service users who may share their interests. THEREFORE,  SM Enables ...

Hi,  My name is PamelaP and I have created this blog in the hope it may assist seniors in the community to gain a greater understanding of Social Media, how to create an account, some of the benefits, along with some of the associated risks.   I found that some people needed to be able to access information in a self-paced manner that they are able to refer back to. Hence, this blog, and I hope it helps to improve your awareness of Social Media and t he learning outcome you hope to achieve. I will provide my email address in the Exercise section so as to provide individual feedback on the exercises provided or should you have other queries about Social media or accessing various platforms/accounts.  I hope you enjoy the following training  😀  PamelaP.

  TAEDEL301 AN  INTRODUCTION  TO  SOCIAL MEDIA   FOR  SENIORS  Pamela Peters    

  Social Media Websites that were visited in this session Facebook link.   Accessed on 29/03/2022 from  Facebook – log in or sign up Twitter link.   Accessed on 29/03/2022 from  Twitter. It’s what’s happening / Twitter Instagram link.  Accessed on 29/03/2022 from  https://www.instagram.co m Pinterest link.  Accessed on 29/03/2022 from  https://www.pinterest.com/ Over 60's Club.  Older adults benefit from social media more than the younger generation.  Accessed on 01/04/2022 from  Older adults benefit from social media more than the younger generation • 60+Club (60plusclub.com.au)

  CONCLUSION  This has been a brief introduction to " What is social media for seniors" .  We have looked at just a few    WHS issues    Examples of social media and what value each may hold and the b enefits of social media for seniors have been identified. Directions for Social media registrations and login have been provided along with videos to assist you through the process should you require it. AND General risks associated with seniors' social media users have also been listed. my email address  has been provided so learners can provide completed exercises or any other assistance should you require it.  Thank you for attending the session and please complete the Evaluation sheet to let us at the library know if this session has been helpful or if anything could be altered or improved upon. SurveyMonkey Analyze - Post-training Feedback Survey   Your opinion is important!!!

  WHAT IS SOCIAL MEDIA  Collectively Social Media  platforms can be referred to as a person's Socials, SM, or by the media platform brand name ie. FaceBook, Instagram, Snapchat, Pinterest, Twitter, and so many more. You may have heard people talking about these online places and may want to know more. Social media is a collection of Internet media platforms that over time have become very popular among the general population, businesses, institutions, and even our Libraries who have become followers on various Social Media Platforms (AKA Sites/Pages). ‘Language you use when talking about these sites can tend to change slightly with each. Comments on one site become posting on another which is also tweeting on yet another. The commonality is that they all enable the individual to interact with the wider world, with like-minded people, allowing for a reciprocal flow of information in real-time, through verbal, and written communication but also by uploading various for...

   RISKS OF SOCIAL MEDIA FOR  SENIORS 🦺🦺🦺 RISKS of SOCIAL MEDIA generally include Not being fully aware of all terms and conditions of each different platform The mental health of some may be affected negatively. Personal privacy issues Many scams - Seniors are at greater social media risk because  they are targeted by identity thieves, scammers, and potential abusers . Criminals know that older people tend to be more polite and trusting, so they're more likely to be swindled by an urgent-sounding message or a seemingly friendly contact. Following other users who may be posting inappropriate   content, you’re not aware of. Risks of being hacked.🔺 Marketing messages and Marketing Scams - always be aware 

  W H & S issues for Seniors to be aware of when using the Computer or other devices. Keep both feet flat on the floor or on an ergonomic footrest. Avoid neck and wrist strain by ERGONOMICALLY appropriate placement of devices. https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c0/Computer_Workstation_Variables_cleanup.png Always use appropriate supportive seating preferably on castors and check the height of the desks. Resist the urge to spend too long sitting at the computer without taking a break. You need to get up and move about at least every 20-30 minutes, even if it's just to do a few stretches.  Always keep cords away and if this is not possible cover them with tape or a heavy mat . Always remember to keep your login/password details safe.  A short video to assist you visually.  (346) Computer Basics: Creating a Safe Workspace - YouTube