Introduction: Open Ranges and Fences on the Internet Frontier
Internet Frontier Meets Civilization
Social Media: Like Driving With No Speed Limits
Social Media Issues
Social Media Statistics
Cyberbullying
Other Kinds of Internet- and Social-Media-Enabled “Bad Acts”
Internet- and Social-Media-Related Moderation and Censorship
Information Centers and Social Media
Review Questions
What are some of the harms associated with smartphone use in young people? Describe some potential ways of mitigating those harms.
What are some of the ethical challenges social media companies face in managing the services they provide?
What roles can information professionals play in relation to social media use by the public?
To deepen your understanding of the materials discussed in this chapter, be sure to spend some time reviewing the Questions for Reflection, Exploration, Action, Discussion (READ) on page 288.
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