I spent 7 days in a row trying out all the different ways to blog suggested in the handbook. These are: Description, Initial Reflection, List, Evaluation, Graphs, Charts and Diagrams, What if? and Another view.
I found it so interesting to blog in these different ways. Here is my review of each technique:
1. Description - I definitely have experience of blogging this way. I used to always write descriptive diary entries of events from the day when I was younger. I found it easy to recall and describe the day but I went into so much detail it ended up being a very long entry! I found it difficult to not go into detail about how I felt. I can now clearly see why this was a technique I used when I was around 8-10 years old. Before I became a teenager and more aware of thoughts and feelings. However, the entry felt very precise and really made me think about the entire day. A very thorough account.
2. Initial reflection - I loved this one! I definitely have used this way before when travelling. Again, I ended up writing so much! It felt good for me personally. I enjoyed recalling how I felt instead of just documenting events. It was a particularly testing start to the day but ended well so it was great to reflect on that before bed. It really made me think about appreciation and gratitude. A lot of the things I mentioned in this entry seem very small things but actually that's what made the day great! I need to do this more often....appreciate the small things and take pride in my achievements instead of always thinking what wasn't achieved in the day.
3. List - I was SO grateful when I sat down before bed and I saw it was 'List'.... I felt absolutely exhausted and couldn't face having to write pages and pages like the previous nights! I just wanted my bed! I started by just doing a bullet point of the events of the day. I then made sub headings that said: Felt....
Must....
Glad I....
I found this really helpful. A really quick overview of the day. Great when you want to reflect but don't feel you have time. Interestingly I found the 'Felt' really calming. I liked recalling my feelings throughout the day and seeing the emotional journey I went on. It gave me confidence that things can turn around in a day and you can always pick your mood up. 'Glad I' made me instantly feel positive! I have used gratitude lists before and used to do them every night before bed. I should start that again. It's so easy to focus on what when wrong when you're a perfectionist like me! The handbook stated to also include 'Things people should remember about you'...I couldn't think of anything to write for this. I found it quite a selfish topic.
4. Evaluation - For this I had three headings....'What went well'....'What I learnt'....'Things to avoid'....
Again, I naturally just focused on the small things like "The sun was shining" which made me feel very grateful and positive. My 'What I learnt' section was huge! I had a particularly challenging day with parents. One I'd like to share was "Little deeds are appreciated and don't go un noticed" :-)
My things to avoid included "Don't rely on the interest for your lesson" as there was a thunderstorm and we lost internet connection so I had to quickly improvise my lesson plan. Also, which I thought was interesting "Letting personal feelings towards a kids behaviour and how they have been brought up effect the way you teach them"....I can't stand rude kids but I need to be more patient. Most of the time you meet the parent and then realise why their child is so rude. They are a product of a product. I need to work on that though.
5. Graphs, Charts and Diagrams - SO difficult! I had to Google 'My life in graphs, a guided journal' as I didn't have a clue what to do! I found it really hard to reflect on my day using this technique....I ended up enjoying the pie chart graph. I had three sections: Diversions, What makes me happy, and My job. My major diversion at the minute living in Singapore is the sunshine! I don't get much time off work so when I do I just want to lie in the sun all day! Which is extremely unproductive! Another is FaceTime. Living abroad means a lot of time is spent catching up with family and friends in the UK (which is often when I get home from work into my late evenings due to the time difference)....for 'My Job' I thought about the key elements to make me successful at my job. These included: Multi tasker, confidence, quick thinker, energetic and willing to work unpaid overtime! It was great to reflect on my job and my happiness and also distractions. From not knowing what to do I actually enjoyed it. And some of the books I found on Google look great!
6. What if? - I ended up feeling really grateful after this entry. My mind did go into overdrive though! There were certain scenarios during the day that made me feel better though by using this technique. For example: a mother was very annoyed at me as she got the wrong venue for the rehearsal and ended up being late and having to drive around a lot. However, I had tried to call her all morning and the evening before to tell her the change of venue. I also left text and answer phone messages. We even emailed. All the other parents got the message. So my 'What if' was "If (kids name) mother had answered her phone then she wouldn't have been so angry. I also could have done a few things better that day so it was good to reflect on that too and learn from it.
7. Another view - SO strange but entertaining! I chose a few people from work and wrote about what I think they thought of me from my comments and discussions that day. It was really strange to actually put myself in their shoes but also interesting. I then did as the handbook suggested and pretended I was an object. I chose my bottle of water. I have a real thing for hygiene and was convinced one of the kids had had a sip of my water (deep down I knew they probably hadn't though)....I wrote what my water bottle was probably thinking...."No one else touched me! Just drink me you fool! You're going to get a headache soon as you're so dehydrated!"
I found this way of journal writing really random but fun!
In conclusion, I really enjoyed exploring the different ways to journal....many of which I wasn't aware of. I particularly liked 'Initial Reflection' as I found it easy and enjoyable. Also it really made me think about my feelings, which personally I know I need to do more of. I didn't particularly like the 'Another View' method but I can appreciate why it is helpful. I surprised myself with the graphs as I would never think to do that. But I am a visual learner so it makes sense that I found that useful. It's probably good to do that every few months on the same topics and compare them to see what has changed.
I am so glad I took the time to do this as I've found it incredibly helpful and also encouraging that I can document in so many different ways. I have also learnt that there is ALWAYS time to do it. You don't have to write pages and pages, whatever your mood that evening you can pick and chose what style you feel like writing in. This is something I am definitely going to continue with.
Saturday 28 November 2015
Sunday 15 November 2015
Reflective journal
I started my journal last week. I didn't want to start it until I had bought a lovely new notebook. I actually had a conversation with myself about how ridiculous this was and that I should just get going with the task! But actually, as I've been researching about 'How to write a journal' and 'Different ways to write a journal' what keeps cropping up is "Make sure you choose a journal that feels right to you" I totally understand that! I found a really interesting and simple article about how to journal. Here is the link:
I like the simple advice this article gives. Particularly "Take your journal everywhere you go" I think this is key! So much happens in a day that by the time you get home and collapse into bed, your mind quite often has already switched off for the day. I have started to carry it around with me and add during my lunch breaks and train journeys to and from work. This way, if I get home really late and just want to go straight to sleep I can. I found that I would quite often be playing catch up as I'd miss a day due to late night events and parties. This way I can document throughout the day and not miss out. I liked the quote in his article: "Ideas can come from anywhere and at any time. The problem with making mental notes is that the ink fades very rapidly.”
I will definitely take advice from the "Don't worry about handwriting, spelling and grammar".... I really like things to look neat! But I think that when it comes to writing down your thoughts, which no one else will see, it really doesn't matter! That's something I can definitely improve on. I need to stop writing as though someone is reading it. It's not an honest reflection. I like that this article also asks the question "What is the difference between a diary and a journal" as I was thinking that myself! I like the description given:
"In a diary, you simply record your reactions to the daily happenings in your life. A journal includes that and much more—it’s a repository for all of the things that interest and inspire you. It also provides a safe environment to experiment and grow creatively."
I also found a great article on writing forward.com about different types of journal writing. It states that their are 7 different types of journal writing....
The Dream Journal - The subconscious is a wondrous thing. Artists and geniuses alike have attributed some of their best work to the messages they received while dreaming. A dream journal is useful for anyone interested in exploring the subconscious mind, where creativity often lives and breathes. This type of journal writing is also ideal for folks who are interested in dream interpretation or trying to achieve lucid dreaming. For writers, journals that hold dreams will provide a myriad of images and plots that the waking creative mind simply can’t drudge up. Keep your journal near your bed and make sure you jot down your dreams as soon as you wake up, otherwise with each minute that passes, you’ll lose chunks of your nighttime imaginings.
Art Journal - Even us writers have to admit that a picture is worth a thousand words. Symbols are particularly powerful and speak directly to the subconscious, which is where your muse might be hiding. Like a dream journal, an art journal is a clever way to get in touch with the deeper recesses of your mind, where some of your most creative ideas are lurking. You don’t have to be a fine artist to use an art journal. Doodles and stick figures will open up your right brain too! An art journal is also perfect for sketching your characters, scenery, and maps of the worlds you are creating for your fiction.
Freewriting Journal - Sometimes called stream of consciousness writing, freewriting is a way to clear your mind of clutter. If you keep at it long enough, some pretty interesting stuff will emerge through your freewrites. Yes, it’s yet another way to tap into your creativity. If you can stop your conscious thinking and let the words flow, you’ll be amazed at the creative stew that is brewing just beneath the surface. You can do straight freewriting or try guided freewriting in which you focus on
a specific word, image, or topic. It’s a great way to hash out conversations with your characters, accumulate raw material that can later be harvested for poems, and brainstorm for just about any writing project that you’re planning or working on.
a specific word, image, or topic. It’s a great way to hash out conversations with your characters, accumulate raw material that can later be harvested for poems, and brainstorm for just about any writing project that you’re planning or working on.
Idea Journal - How many ideas have you lost? If you make it a point to note your ideas through daily journal writing, there’s a good chance you won’t lose any at all. This is why so many writers keep a journal or notebook with them at all times. In fact many writers use miniature notebooks for this very reason – there’s nothing worse than coming up with a brilliant idea when you’re at a party, in the middle of a phone conversation, or trying to fall asleep. Keep your journal near your person at all times, and you’ll never lose an idea again. Or, pick up several miniature notebooks and keep them in convenient places – your nightstand, purse, car, office desk, even the bathroom!
Inspirational Writing Journals - What inspires you? A sunset? A day with friends and family? A great movie or inspiring song? Quotes from the greats? You can record all the things that inspire you in an inspiration journal, taking notes from some of the world’s most successful creators. You can even paste photos and clippings, using images to capture moments that were especially inspiring. Then, when your creativity meter is running low, you can flip through your inspiration journal to capture ideas that ignite your passion (and your next writing project).
Life Events or Diary - A diary is pretty straightforward — you simply record the goings-on in your life. Some people start writing journals in diary format for special times or events in their lives, such as when they are getting married or having a baby, traveling, or moving to a new place. This is a great place to start if you’re interested in writing a memoir or autobiography. It’s also a perfect place to record the real experiences that you’ve had even if you plan on fictionalizing them later. Some of the best dialogue, descriptions, and scenes come straight out of real life!
Reader’s Journal - If you want to be a writer, read. Read a lot, then read some more. You just can’t
read enough. If you keep a journal, writing about what you’ve read, you can capture what worked and what didn’t work from a writer’s perspective. You’ll pick up neat writing tricks, jot down techniques that you’ve observed other writers using effectively, and of course, as you read and get ideas for your own projects, you can include those as well. Best of all, you’ll have a place where you’ve listed everything you’ve read and by keeping notes, you’ll retain all of it much better.
read enough. If you keep a journal, writing about what you’ve read, you can capture what worked and what didn’t work from a writer’s perspective. You’ll pick up neat writing tricks, jot down techniques that you’ve observed other writers using effectively, and of course, as you read and get ideas for your own projects, you can include those as well. Best of all, you’ll have a place where you’ve listed everything you’ve read and by keeping notes, you’ll retain all of it much better.
I never knew so much could be written about types of journals and how to journal! Over the next 7 days I am going to write my journal in the 7 different styles stated in the Module Handbook....Description, Initial Reflection, List, Evaluation, Graphs Charts and Diagrams, What if and Another View. I am looking forward to seeing what it will bring! I will write a blog in 7 days time to document my findings!
I have also been reading up on Boud. Boud states that journal writing should be used as a reflective vehicle to turn experience into learning. It can be used as a form of self expression, a record of events or a form of therapy. You shouldn't just record events and feelings, you should also acknowledge and learn from them. It is key to look at prior experience in order to progress. I found it very interesting reading about reflecting before an event. This is a new approach for me. My journal entries have always been about recalling events and feelings of the day once it has happened. I can see that by anticipating what might happen, especially in my job as a teacher, I can focus more on my goals and aspirations. I think it will really benefit and prepare me better. I can focus on what I want and acknowledge my desired outcome. It will also bring up questions of doubt that I can therefore be mindful of all aspects prior to the event. I tend to totally dismiss thoughts of doubt as I think I'm being negative but maybe it would be beneficial to be aware of these feelings and learn skills and coping strategies to deal with that. It is hard to reflect in the midst of action but Boud states we can be aware of noticing and intervening in situations. So much happens in my working day that I don't know how I would have time to reflect in the midst of it all. Maybe I could notice and accept things more when teaching. I could schedule time for reflection as Boud suggests. I could even reflect on the bus on the way home from work instead of going on Facebook on my phone. Sometimes I find reflecting exhausting though! I just want to not think of anything and relax! Why do I associate reflecting with intense thinking? It doesn't have to be hard work. It's all well and good reflecting after an event but Boud has really made me think about the importance of acting on it. Otherwise you're just documenting. This is what I currently do. I also always just write....why don't I experiment with images and colours? The perfectionist in me is so concerned about it looking neat! I REALLY need to work on this. After all, it's only me that sees it! However, I've realised that I hardly ever go back and read my journal entries as Boud suggests. How am I going to learn if I don't re-evaluate? Asa. Teacher this would really help me to improve. I have a ear of failure (which has improved over the years through reading many books!) I need to be more open to trying out new ideas. Boud mentions that we can block reflection. I think I do this sometimes and I'm grateful to have read about this as it's brought to light a few home truths and how I can benefit more from my journal writing. Sometimes we write differently if we know our work is being assessed but this is not displaying proper reflection. Boud states:
"In my own teaching, I encourage my students to keep portfolios of reflective material but inform them from the start that these do not have to be submitted to me. I point out that unless they feel sufficiently free to write things in their journals that they would be embarrassed for me to read, then they are probably not using their journals sufficiently well for them to be good examples of reflection. This does not mean that students can't use items from their journal for their assignments, but they understand the clear separation of writing for learning and writing for assessment purposes." (Boud, 1992)
It has made me think how varied journal writing can be. After reading Boud's work, I have personally learnt that I can write before an event and learn from that process. I need to analyse my feelings more so I can find patterns and use strategies to improve situations. I can be more experimental by using images in my journal and need to write more truthfully. This can only benefit me personally and professionally.
I have also been reading up on Boud. Boud states that journal writing should be used as a reflective vehicle to turn experience into learning. It can be used as a form of self expression, a record of events or a form of therapy. You shouldn't just record events and feelings, you should also acknowledge and learn from them. It is key to look at prior experience in order to progress. I found it very interesting reading about reflecting before an event. This is a new approach for me. My journal entries have always been about recalling events and feelings of the day once it has happened. I can see that by anticipating what might happen, especially in my job as a teacher, I can focus more on my goals and aspirations. I think it will really benefit and prepare me better. I can focus on what I want and acknowledge my desired outcome. It will also bring up questions of doubt that I can therefore be mindful of all aspects prior to the event. I tend to totally dismiss thoughts of doubt as I think I'm being negative but maybe it would be beneficial to be aware of these feelings and learn skills and coping strategies to deal with that. It is hard to reflect in the midst of action but Boud states we can be aware of noticing and intervening in situations. So much happens in my working day that I don't know how I would have time to reflect in the midst of it all. Maybe I could notice and accept things more when teaching. I could schedule time for reflection as Boud suggests. I could even reflect on the bus on the way home from work instead of going on Facebook on my phone. Sometimes I find reflecting exhausting though! I just want to not think of anything and relax! Why do I associate reflecting with intense thinking? It doesn't have to be hard work. It's all well and good reflecting after an event but Boud has really made me think about the importance of acting on it. Otherwise you're just documenting. This is what I currently do. I also always just write....why don't I experiment with images and colours? The perfectionist in me is so concerned about it looking neat! I REALLY need to work on this. After all, it's only me that sees it! However, I've realised that I hardly ever go back and read my journal entries as Boud suggests. How am I going to learn if I don't re-evaluate? Asa. Teacher this would really help me to improve. I have a ear of failure (which has improved over the years through reading many books!) I need to be more open to trying out new ideas. Boud mentions that we can block reflection. I think I do this sometimes and I'm grateful to have read about this as it's brought to light a few home truths and how I can benefit more from my journal writing. Sometimes we write differently if we know our work is being assessed but this is not displaying proper reflection. Boud states:
"In my own teaching, I encourage my students to keep portfolios of reflective material but inform them from the start that these do not have to be submitted to me. I point out that unless they feel sufficiently free to write things in their journals that they would be embarrassed for me to read, then they are probably not using their journals sufficiently well for them to be good examples of reflection. This does not mean that students can't use items from their journal for their assignments, but they understand the clear separation of writing for learning and writing for assessment purposes." (Boud, 1992)
It has made me think how varied journal writing can be. After reading Boud's work, I have personally learnt that I can write before an event and learn from that process. I need to analyse my feelings more so I can find patterns and use strategies to improve situations. I can be more experimental by using images in my journal and need to write more truthfully. This can only benefit me personally and professionally.
The Reflective Practitioner
I was very excited to read all about the tasks in the next section of the module. From the age of about 6 I would always document family trips we went on, writing and drawing in detail about our family holidays (my mum still has them all!) As I got older, around 9, I started to write a diary every single night. I did this for many years! At first I would just write an account of the day and the activities I had done. My mum and grandparents would always encourage me to do this saying it was a lovely thing to look back on. And indeed it is! I LOVE reading my old diaries. As my grandpa used to say, your memory can only hold so much. In my teens I started to write more about feelings from the days events or issues that had come up. I continued to write a diary every night when I moved to London at 16. At first, for convenience, I started documents on my laptop but ended up just reverting back to a good old notebook and pen. For me I really prefer to write than type. It feels more real. You can't erase anything without having to scribble it out and make a mess! The busier I started to get the more the diary writing slipped. However, every show contract I did I would always make a book at the end, filled with pictures from the job, and get everyone to write a message inside and a memory. I love looking back at these. When I went back packing around the world on my own when I was in my early 20s I wrote a diary in every country I went to. There was a lot of travel time between countries....overnight buses and trains.....so plenty of time to reflect. And that's the key isn't it.....TIME. I think it's so important to take the time to reflect on things. The last 3 years I haven't written any form of diary blaming "I don't have enough time" for this. But actually, self reflection is so important....whatever career you have. I am definitely someone who doesn't pore their heart out easily and definitely keeps a lot in emotionally trying to "be strong and keep it together" However, as we all know, this is not the answer. My friend, who is a child psychologist, was telling me that journals and diaries are key for a lot of children's development and recovery. I am actually really grateful that for this module I will HAVE to start writing a journal again. I am excited for what it will bring.
Sunday 8 November 2015
Youtube challenge!
I have created my own Youtube channel and uploaded my 'First Impressions' video. Here is the link:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NjT4upgX4VQ
I have never had a youtube account before but it is something I will definitely continue using. We have one at work that parents can access and where we can post videos and performances. It is privately set so only parents, students and teachers can access it. It's perfect for when you need the students to practice certain routines for exams and shows. You can post the choreography on there and they can easily access it. I can definitely see the benefit of having this for my future business. I like how it was really simple to do and also I was easily able to make it private. It's a great visual for future employees as well as a video can get more of your personality across compared to an email. They can also easily see examples of your work. I really enjoyed this task :-)
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NjT4upgX4VQ
I have never had a youtube account before but it is something I will definitely continue using. We have one at work that parents can access and where we can post videos and performances. It is privately set so only parents, students and teachers can access it. It's perfect for when you need the students to practice certain routines for exams and shows. You can post the choreography on there and they can easily access it. I can definitely see the benefit of having this for my future business. I like how it was really simple to do and also I was easily able to make it private. It's a great visual for future employees as well as a video can get more of your personality across compared to an email. They can also easily see examples of your work. I really enjoyed this task :-)
Flickr
I have just completed the task of setting up a Flickr account and have to say it was extremely frustrating. I found the whole site incredibly difficult to use. I have spent literally hours trying to change my background photo, upload photos, create an album, check to see if it is private....it is extremely difficult to even crop a photo! I had to open separate windows to get a guide from Google on how to do certain tasks. I understand that it is a great website to store lots of pictures but I found myself feeling nervous as to whether or not my page was private or was public. I therefore didn't upload any pictures of myself, just of inspiring quotes I love. I also disliked how I had to set up a Yahoo account....I already have an aol account and 2 gmail accounts so it seemed like just another thing! I love photography and make a huge effort to back up my pictures from my Canon camera onto an external hard drive. I prefer this to storing them online as I know for a fact only I have access. I love Instagram and also Pinterest. I find Facebook easy to upload to as well. I understand that Flickr would be great if you were a performer as you could upload dance shots and professional images from productions. It would be a great way to promote yourself. However, I am struggling to see how as a teacher I would use it for my professional work. I can't upload pictures of my students therefore all the photos would just either be inspirational quotes and pictures (which I have on my Pinterest accountant and also Instagram) or pictures of myself (which I already have backed up on an external hard drive and Facebook)....
I decided to Google reviews and opinions on Flickr as felt like I was missing something. I can see that you can hold a mass amount of photos on there which is a major advantage. Also photographers seem to love that they can share their work on this free site. Maybe I'm just being slightly old fashioned and skeptical about photos being shared online on a site I don't really understand. Interestingly I Googled 'Lucy Calvert Flickr' (to try and get the link to copy and paste on here) and a picture came up of me from YEARS ago when I did a showcase with the Actors Studio. I definitely didn't put this picture up. It was my headshot along with everyone else's who was in the show with me. There was no option for me to remove it as it said Copyright Reserved. Since starting this course I have become SO much more aware of my online status....more aware of the pictures I post, the sites I use and how much control I have over those pictures. It's something I never really thought about before....
I understand how effective posting photos onto sites can be. "A picture is worth a thousand words" as they say! Pictures allow you to be creative, tell stories, flex your imagination. In today's social media world it is key....I know I'd rather watch a video or flick through an album of pictures than read an email account of someone's latest production or holiday. Visual effects bring something to life. You gain a deeper understanding of what it was really like. A more truthful understanding. Things seem clearer to me in pictures. You can get a strong message across with just one image. It can be incredibly powerful.
The link to my Flickr:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/136812190@N07/albums
I decided to Google reviews and opinions on Flickr as felt like I was missing something. I can see that you can hold a mass amount of photos on there which is a major advantage. Also photographers seem to love that they can share their work on this free site. Maybe I'm just being slightly old fashioned and skeptical about photos being shared online on a site I don't really understand. Interestingly I Googled 'Lucy Calvert Flickr' (to try and get the link to copy and paste on here) and a picture came up of me from YEARS ago when I did a showcase with the Actors Studio. I definitely didn't put this picture up. It was my headshot along with everyone else's who was in the show with me. There was no option for me to remove it as it said Copyright Reserved. Since starting this course I have become SO much more aware of my online status....more aware of the pictures I post, the sites I use and how much control I have over those pictures. It's something I never really thought about before....
I understand how effective posting photos onto sites can be. "A picture is worth a thousand words" as they say! Pictures allow you to be creative, tell stories, flex your imagination. In today's social media world it is key....I know I'd rather watch a video or flick through an album of pictures than read an email account of someone's latest production or holiday. Visual effects bring something to life. You gain a deeper understanding of what it was really like. A more truthful understanding. Things seem clearer to me in pictures. You can get a strong message across with just one image. It can be incredibly powerful.
The link to my Flickr:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/136812190@N07/albums
Wednesday 4 November 2015
Is social media real life?
I'm sure you have all seen the article this week about a young woman revealing the dark side to social media. Essena O'Neill had so many followers on Instagram her social media life became her income. Her life was branded as 'perfect'....she travelled the world, wore wonderful clothes and uploaded pictures of herself daily looking nothing short of incredible. However, she has this week disclosed the truth about her online life. The 'natural and casual' daily shots were in fact all set up. She was paid to wear designer clothes and do shoots for her Instagram. And this is becoming more and more common. Companies saw how many followers she had and would give her their clothes to market....and I mean, why wouldn't they? That's incredible free advertising for them! She talks about how she wouldn't eat before bikini shots and how she became obsessed with the social media world. She was earning a fortune! I think it's really great that someone has finally come out and said all of this. The amount of filters now on Instagram is crazy! Most pictures look nothing like the original. What is this obsession with how we appear online and driving for perfection. It's not real life. It's a photoshopped version. I understand the appeal and of course I do it myself to my pictures. I love photography so enjoy playing around with the filters on scenery images. I do believe though that most people filter pictures of themselves purely because everyone else does. If no one did we wouldn't be so obsessed. We'd all look normal.
Teenage bloggers are making a fortune nowadays. Some up to £20,000 a month! But at what price? Their whole life is exposed. They document everything. Nothing is kept private. It's interesting as when I ask the children I teach what they want to be when they grow up, more and more now answer 'A blogger' or 'A you tuber'....I worry about the way children nowadays see the world and what pressures they have. I googled stats for anorexia in young people in the UK....a 34% increase since 2006....
Although I enjoy social media and understand how vital it is for companies and businesses nowadays I do think it's essential, especially from a teachers perspective, that the younger generations are educated properly on this topic. It is always important to look at both sides and not bring our children up to think that an un photoshopped picture of themselves is not ok. We should be giving them the self confidence to be themselves and educating them that not everything on social media is real life.
I would be interested to hear other peoples opinions on this topic.
Article from The Guardian about Essena O'Neill:
http://www.theguardian.com/media/2015/nov/03/instagram-star-essena-oneill-quits-2d-life-to-reveal-true-story-behind-images
Teenage bloggers are making a fortune nowadays. Some up to £20,000 a month! But at what price? Their whole life is exposed. They document everything. Nothing is kept private. It's interesting as when I ask the children I teach what they want to be when they grow up, more and more now answer 'A blogger' or 'A you tuber'....I worry about the way children nowadays see the world and what pressures they have. I googled stats for anorexia in young people in the UK....a 34% increase since 2006....
Although I enjoy social media and understand how vital it is for companies and businesses nowadays I do think it's essential, especially from a teachers perspective, that the younger generations are educated properly on this topic. It is always important to look at both sides and not bring our children up to think that an un photoshopped picture of themselves is not ok. We should be giving them the self confidence to be themselves and educating them that not everything on social media is real life.
I would be interested to hear other peoples opinions on this topic.
Article from The Guardian about Essena O'Neill:
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