With a good social functioning although the history of social media is not too long. They quickly swept the world. Using Facebook for example, like, sharing and open a group have helped individuals to build a virtual 'interpersonal circle." The popularity of smart phones and mobile networks which causing people use frequently. I am no exception. I would express my feelings and emotions through Facebook, Instagram, WeiBo no matter happy or sad. Therefore, I think, social media is double-edged sword which has no good and bad points. The key is that the manner and method to use of users.
The "share" function of social media deepen the understanding between friends. With this function, I can know where friends gone, what has been done, at the same time ,we can also share our feelings and life. Deep friendship can let me comfort the soul because I will get more support from friends. Social media has been able to enhance self-confidence since it's "Like" function which can sure others and build higher self-image.
But, we can not ignore hidden dangers.
Social media provides a platform for sharing, some bad information can spread faster, such as pornographic, violent pictures, rumors spread on social networking sites, etc. I think immature teenagers especially in our age, are highly vulnerable to the impact of these bad information on their adverse physical and mental development. We all have the back space and front space, we should be more careful when meet someone online since they might not necessarily true . Also, if we fail to make good control, obsession on those variety of social media, it may affect their daily study, the performance of work, even communication with others.
This double-edged sword of social media can provide a convenient grip well for us, but also may bring harm when we do not have well control. (308 words)
Student name: Grace Yip
Student name: Grace Yip
Dear Grace, I am glad that you make reference to the concepts learnt in class in your discussion of your personal experience. The idea of 'back space' would need clearer explanation in your forthcoming portfolio assignment. It is because Goffman tended to argue that the front and back space are more about performance rather than merely a 'truer' or 'fake' self. If this point can be clarified, the writing could be even more convincing. Nice organisation of arguments is shown though. (Frankie)
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