1st blog Summer 2013- The Internet and Interpersonal Skills
Some people contend Facebook is simply a way to stay in touch
with family and friends and share photos. Yet, a recent survey revealed 40%
of respondents would avoid people in REAL LIFE who unfriended them on
Facebook.
Do you think that social media, online communities and Internet
dating are compromising people’s face-to-face social skills?
Anything with great power comes great responsibility, and in the terms of technology we have to be careful about how often we use it. Depending on the human being it could be a compromising situation, social skills are important but so is the recent technology we have. Keeping a healthy balance of internet relationships and face to face relationships is key. Generalizing that social media takes away from social skills wouldnt be accurate. Personally social media is great for relatioships that are at a distance, pictures and video and daily posts about funny things that my cousins and second cousins are doing bring joy to me throughout the day. Non-profit organizations that literally rescue women of the streets of Atlanta share when they have a woman in saftey. Hearing opinions about big cultural issues, and of course seeing that funny grumpy cat is hilarious.
Social media ( internet) and interpersonal skill are both important in our daily life. Our daily life revolved around these two concepts. All things with advantage always come with disadvantage. Social media can connect you with someone, a friend, which you may never ever have the opportunity to see face-to-face again in your life time. Video chat with such person can give you a face-to-face skill experience. Some friends are preferred to be just online friends. Moreover, business and information from far places come right in front of you via social media. On the other hand, interpersonal skill gives real good experience between the two people involved. 75% of the information share or not shared between the two people involved may be known or perceived through attitude, language, tone, body gesture and facial expression. Social media lack this. In my conclusion, social media does not totally compromise people’s face-to-face social skill. Both have their goods and defects. OPEYEMI BELLO.
JudiB.60 I agree with you totally, perhaps we also forgot that social media has no measure of space or distance. I say its for lazy people who don't want to move or make an effort. on the other hand it is a savior for those of us that have family far away and with no sense of space, it makes us feel less homesick.
I agree that facebook and other online sites have affected our face to face skills. There are people that can talk their head off online, but when you see them in public they cannot hold a conversation. Or dont talk to you because your not facebook friends, but send you a request as soon as they leave the place. It is a little ridiculous to a certain extent. I like using facebook and twitter, but i do not let it affect my daily living. I can hold a good conversation with people and love to talk face to face. Casie Molineaux
I completely agree that social media and online sites have affected our communication skills greatly. Some people "grow a bigger pair" when they can say something to you online rather than in person. Sometimes they stick up for themselves by saying things they would not normally say over the internet/phone/ etc. That also goes for people on dating websites. Most of the time, they are not who they say they are. They fib in their profile, or use a picture that is not them. I personally have avoided people that I am no longer "friends" with on Facebook. Either they have done me wrong or visa-versa. We just tend to avoid each other, and it personally has no effect on me because I have said my peace on Facebook or Twitter and I am OK with not speaking with them ever again.
Long story short I would say that social media does affect our personal skills. Which could be a good or a bad thing. Brittany Matarazzo
The internet is only confirming that people in general tend to be narcissistic. Many may not accept the fact that man is born with a sinful nature and only with the help of God are we able to overcome such weakness. It is written that eventually everything done, even in darkness will be brought to the light. Modern technology allows us to now become selfish without the fear of repercussions. It is not surprising that many people only care about others as it concerns themselves.
The internet is only a means of communication like any other communication device.People nowadays use it to pass out information of personal interest and also as a war front or a place to settle scores. It should not be a surprise if people believe in the internet the way they do. Internet addicts and its crazy users are huge problems to the society as a whole. God help us!
For me personally, Facebook is simply another way for me to relate to people. I love people and am extremely extroverted. I love meeting people face to face in social gatherings. Facebook allows me to interact with friends and family in different states that I would not normally be in contact with. I do have friends who rarely socialize in public and are constantly on Facebook, but I know them to be introverts. If a person is comfortable around other people than social media is just another outlet. For others it may be a way to become more comfortable and maybe share themselves in a way that is not so threatening. I see social media as a extension of my face to face social network. I do, however, think it is important for people to have a balance in their social connections.
Social Media sites make it harder for individuals like myself to communicate others in a public setting. I find that it is much easier for me to have a full conversation to anyone over a social media site like Facebook or twitter simply because there is less interaction between the person that I am speaking to and myself. I am literally fearfully to express certain opinions that I can express vehemently over the internet because I am afraid of others reaction. I often think before I speak when I am speaking to someone in person. However, I notice that when I speak to individuals through Facebook that fear is instantly taken away. In a way speaking through social media sites like Facebook or Twiiter . Has given me more power.
I agree with you! I HATE confrontation so if I can have the conversation via social media or some form of internet I would rather do it that way. It is always so much easier for me and I feel like I can speak my mind and my peace via the Internet.
I completely agree with you. I do believe that we need to be conscious about what we allow ourselves to hear and to believe. Social media has definitely distorted our views of what is and what isn't important. I know that I should be that last person to speak about this especially with my post.
Sarah B. 65 I think that social media has allowed some people to "come out of their shells" and say things that they would never dare say in person, good or bad. Courage is a good thing. However, I think it has most certainly hurt our in person social skills. For example, to look around in any gathering type of place, you will see several people staring at their phones and disrespecting their company. As far as the dating sties go, they provide a way to meet people that you already know a little something about without having to go too far out on a limb. I like the idea, but I can see how it might not be for everyone.
Carter Bragg I do believe that social networking is detrimental to the way people converse and communicate in the real world. When someone is behind a computer screen they have no audience, they have nobody their to judge them by what they are saying and cannot see the physical reactions of others. This being said, people may be more apt on stating their views on any topic in public, which may not necessarily be a bad thing, but you must know when to hold your tongue. Those that use social networking would be accustomed to the fact that they can say anything they want with no consequence or rebuttal. On social networking sites people perceive things in their own voice and not the way the person is actually stating it. Therefore statements can be misconstrued. This may make it awkward when you see someone in person because you are not sure whether they were kidding, actually upset, being sarcastic etc. - Carter Bragg
Lori D. 64 I don't believe that social media is necessarily compromising people's face-to-face skills but rather that it may actually help those who are normally introverted and shy connect to people in what they may feel is a safe setting. There are those who say things in an online setting that they wouldn't say in person, but that's not always a bad thing - maybe they need the safety of the internet to tell someone something that they don't have the courage to say in person. Essentially, I believe that an introvert is going to behave as an introvert, and an extrovert will behave as an extrovert, regardless of the existence of social media.
Lori D. 64 In response to Sarah B. 65: It is very frustrating to observe others so busy looking at their phones/tablets that they are disconnected from their companions; however, I believe that those very same people tend to be the introverts of the group who wouldn't interact very much regardless.
I think it depends on the individual. Some people take Facebook so serious that if you unfriend them they think you don't like them. Some people use facebook to keep in touch with people they may not want to deal with on a daily basis. Personally, I would not get mad. I think it may be more the younger generations that are getting offended. It is to a degree taking away from their social skills because all they know is Facebook and MySpace.
I agree, I use Facebook to keep in touch with family and friends. My family moved back to Florida and its just easier to keep in touch though Facebook.
Stephanie T. (65) in repsopnse to Brittany M. (64) I think "grow a bigger pair" sums it up perfectly. A lot of people are able to say things online they would never have the courage to say in person. I think in more instances than not, the things said can be hurtful.
Christopher C. (17) I have a conflicted feelings about this. I believe that online social networking has, in some ways, compromised peoples in-person interactions. But in argument to myself, I believe it has also connected people which otherwise would have never met. I also believe that social media has allowed people to more freely express themselves.
Maria T. (65) I believe that it does compromise peoples face to face skills to an extent and depending on how an individual uses such platform of staying in touch or expressing onesself. Personally it helps me a lot since most of my family is in the Philippines still and the only way I get constant interaction from them is through such mediums without having to spend so much money on long distnace phone calls or waiting till i get an oppurtunity to go home.
I think Internet is changing the way we interact with each other. Some people communicate better through the social culture of today. It can act as a filter in some ways by keeping people away and bringing new people in. Some intreverted peolple would never have a voice or the chance at socially communicating, or the chance at socaial intamacy. While roads still lead back to face time in most cases.
WINIFRED CHUKWU I believe the effect of social media, whether negative or positive depends on the amount of time am individual devotes to it. some people become addicted and spend less time having face to face communication, this makes them distant in their relationship with people physically, some even go as far as building imaginary worlds and become disillusioned...gets really creepy. I love social media and how it has made our world a global village but I would advice that we gain control of its use rather that allow it control us. WINIFRED CHUKWU
I agree with you with regards to able to express freely your thoughts without the fear because I do feel that way sometimes. Although there are times that I wished I have expressed my thoughts in a face to face conversation because then the other person really gets the tone of my thoughts. Because by just readng the words on your inbox or fb wall if it was meant to be a joke comment or a sacractic comment or for real comment.
Jedd D. 64 Social media's has some good and bad effects. It's good for some people, including myself, because I get to communicate and see my families and friend's faces through photos and videos through social medias like facebook. Since we have big time zone difference, it's hard for us to have a face-to-face conversation. And it is only bad when people use it in a different way and abuse it.
Mason c. 64 I am part of a generation that did not have cell phones or the internet as I was in my teens. Contacting friends and family required a bit more. If you wanted to break the ice with a special someone you had to do that face to face. Not the EZ way but along with eye to eye and body language the answers were much more direct and even a bit scary. More so that a negative response was harder to handle when the person giving it is 3 feet away looking into your eyes. regardless of that for all the shut ins and cultures around the planet, the Net brought us all within a key stroke of each other and asking a Australian out to dinner and a movie 6588 miles away is do-able.
Amanda B. 64 I think that social media, online communities and Internet dating is compromising people’s face-to-face social skills. Digital communication such as texting, emailing and social media are increasingly replacing old-fashioned, face-to-face communication. While technology can connect us in many positive ways, it may result in long-term difficulty with the ability to initiate social interactions, emotionally regulate, resolve conflict, and engage in small talk or spontaneous reciprocal conversation.
In Response to Amanda B. 64: I agree with your thoughts on the compromise social media has on real life encounters. All to often, people tend to stray from being their true self with the shields of the digital world. I too have found myself posting pictures that show only my best,in an effort to perhaps save face from the core of reality. Relationships should be built on solid, bare truth and honesty along with that human magnetism that sparks interest in all of us.
Reply to Jedd D. 64 I also enjoy social media, such as Facebook, because I get to see my family that lives in Nebraska through pictures and videos. My mom is also there so I live to post picture and videos of my kids and dog for her to see. One thing I do hate about Facebook is all of the bullying that is going on. Is so sad to hear that kids not only get bullied at school, but they can’t get away from it because it happens on social media as well. Mary T. 64
I agree with you social media does have good and bad effects. It is amazing how now we can communicate with friends and families through social media that live in different areas of the world that in the olden days was unavailable. The bad effect though like you said is when people abuse it. For sample one bad effect is when people stay on it constantly and is the only form of communication they use instead of interacting face to face with people.
Samantha Y.65 I agree that social media, online communities and Internet dating are compromising people’s face-to-face social skills. I am the world's worse I talk to people through facebook and texting rather than one on one. I have even talk to people on facebook and then seen them in public and not even spoke to them. What is this world coming to! Technology is a good thing but most people like myself are using it way to much.
Keli J. 65 Social media and other online outlets have have changed the dynamics of face to face communication and an individual’s interpersonal skills. Growing up in a time where technology wasn’t as prevalent as it is now, I understand the importance of being able to see people and have real genuine interaction with the people I care about the most. In college I never really depended on the internet to keep up with my family and friends. I would just walk down the hall, because our face to face time was just so much more fun. I only every utilized Facebook after hurricane Katrina and that was because my college friends were pledging a sorority and could only communicate through Facebook. After that I kept my page opened because they live in Houston and that’s our way to stay updated with each other. I wish today’s youth didn’t have so much access to the internet because some kids are hermits and never come out their shells and others don’t know the basics of holding a simple conversation with their classmates or peers.
I think social media, online communities, and Internet dating are compromising people’s face-to-face social skills. I have several friends that admit that they would prefer to communicate with certain people via Facebook as opposed to a face-to-face conversation or a phone call, probably because gestures, facial expressions, and body language do tend to affect how one perceives interactions with others. With the Internet, one can communicate with emoticons, memes, and other readily available forms of expressions without worrying about awkwardness. The social skills needed to be able to deal with others, regardless of perception and interactions, tend to take a back seat because of the Internet.
I believe facebook and other network communication is not good. People are not face to face with one another to see or feel the reactions during a conversation. Now days lots of people are on thier phones on social networks and are not interacting with others because a lot of times its more easy to just get on facebook or email to have a short conversation. This kind of socialization isnt good for children people need to be able to build social skills as well as confiedence in speaking to one another.
I strongly believe that the Internet with its social media and online communities are compromising people's face-to-face social skills. I can say for myself that I have gotten into the habit of dealing with my arguments or uncomfortable topics via Facebook. For example, when I have to talk to somebody about something important that the other person might not want to hear, I catch myself avoiding phone or face-to-face conversations. It is so much easier for me to type a message on Facebook or email. Afterwards I do wonder why I did not have the courage to tell the person in person. I think the reason why I don't is that usually when I have a real conversation I forget what I wanted to say and things get awkward and I want to avoid that feeling. That is the problem because I should not want to avoid the feeling. I should be able to handle myself in uncomfortable situations. Years back when social media wasn't as popular, I remember how nervous how I used to be when I had to have an argument with a friend, teacher, etc. I used to stand in front of my mirror at home practicing what I wanted to say to them. Now I'm not nervous, because all I need to do is type a few sentences on Facebook.
I agree with the good aspects of social media you were pointing out. I originally am from Germany and I would not know what to do without Facebook when it comes to keeping my friends and family up to date on what is going on in my life. It makes it so easy to post pictures of my daughter and they can see where I live now, what I do, etc.!
I also feel that there are certain aspects of social media that are helpful. Being able to stay in touch with old friends, or share life experiences to name a few. I do feel that some of the newer generation rely to heavily on social media to get their social interaction and this is causing them to become less willing to meet face to face with certain people.
Wanda B.65 in response to Matthew B. 64 I also agree with what you stated. Social Media can be used in positive ways in keeping in touch with family and friends .But the younger generation expose too much of their personal lives to the general public. And it makes them not want as much face to face interaction.
I agree with you Maria I feel that lots of people are always on facebook or other social networks instead of having face to face conversations. Taking away from other activites or taking up time. Then there are people who like to keep up with family who may not live close.
Social media definitely plays a huge role of communication in our society. It would have to play a role in how we communicate face to face. I can personally think about instances that I you will know something about someone because you "read/saw" it on facebook and in person to person communication you mention what they did or were doing because of something you read on facebook.
The majority of people share so much of their personal lives on social media. There are so many things that people share on social media sites that before these sites normally would have never been shared in day to day life.
I personally feel there are many good things and bad things too associated with facebook/twitter and internet means of communication. There are benefits that include keeping up with family and friends that you wouldn't have the chance to keep up with without the ease of the internet. There are negatives too that we have the tendency to share too much that might actually violate the personal aspect of life too. For example: A friend of mine showed me pictures that a person was posting of a funeral they were at....Open casket pictures?? Really? I think that is just above and beyond not acceptable facebook material.
There has to be a balance of face to face real life communication and internet communication. Internet communication can be bland and not encourage the growth of friendships. Although it might be easier at times to communicate I think when I take the time to actually have real life face to face interactions with people those encounters are more personal than a "facebook" chat.
(PS - I posted a long comment a few days ago...For some reason I don't see that it ever posted :-(
I agree with you on the benefits of social sites which includes keeping up with family and friends. I love the fact that businesses and entrepreneurs can promote on these sites instead of going around hanging and passing out a bunch of flyers. I will say that some things do go a little overboard and violate personal aspect of life but what may not be acceptable to you and I may be very acceptable to others. That's where freedom comes into play. I enjoyed reading you post and look forward to the others in the future. :-)
Sarah B 65 in response to Kara H 35 First off, I Love Facebook for all of the wonderful things it does. However, I definitely agree with you that people share way too much on facebook, etc. (Funeral pictures of an open casket?!? Really?!?! How tasteless.) There needs to be a balance in a bad way. Its almost shameful, and it has the potential for inviting Real danger to happen to us. We need to make a point to our younger generations that posting every little thing you do is a good way for "bad people" to find us. It can be like a yellow pages for predators if you don't have your privacy set up correctly. Scary stuff if you think about it.
Social media has affected the way people communicate with each other. We are more open and can speak easily with each other conveniently and more promptly. On the other hand, it also enables us to hide behind words, computers and fake bravado.
Social Media is causing major problems with todays young generation and their social skills. When typing a messege, the person has as much time as they need to think a response through and then reply. While speaking directl with a person they must think faster and because of that their responses are not as well thought out. This can cause them to say the wrong things and possibly embarrass themselves making them socially awkward and distant.
I personally find it easier to communicate with others over social media versus face to face. It's not that I'm socially awkward, although I do admit to having brain farts (what human doesn't), but it is just a more convenient way to communicate with others. A person can be misunderstood just as easily through social media as in a face to face conversation. It is all in how we interpret each other, and not through the medium in which we express ourselves that is a problem.
Mary c online 64 I believe that the social medias are hurting the social skills with today's youth.Most people would rather chat online then meet up and have a conversion or chat on the phone. This can cause people to be awkward when face to face.
I agree with the last sentence from your comment. I have made business connections on Social Media that has gone sour once I meet with the individuals. You really cannot assess someone's work ethics and professionalism behind a computer.
Elizabeth A. 65 My view about social medias has advantages and disadvantages. The advantages to me is that you can connect with people you have not seen in a long time. The disadvantages is that people can say whatever they want to say, most especially people who are not bold enough in their own skin.
Elizabeth A 65 in response to Jennifer P. 60 I support what she said about the social media, people with no confidence can say whatever they want to say and get away with.
Shannon H 60... Social media is getting in the way of how we interact with people face to face. With the video game headsets and Facebook and twitter you say whatever you want with no consequences. Face to face someone will have a response you may not agree with. Kids don't know how to make new friends at school unless they text or Facebook. They just don't know how to respond or even start a face to face conversation.
Shannon h 60 in response to Elizabeth a 65. I totally agree. Facebook can be good to connect with friends and family who may live far away. They can see pics and comments about your family life. It does give people a chance to talk crap and start arguments knowing nothing will come of it.
Ronesia I. 64 Social media plays a role interpersonal skills. Facebook along with other social sites has its' good and bad uses. Personally, I use FB to reconnect with people that I lost contact with and to show my family and friends what's going on in my life by attaching photographs. The bad thing about social sites is that it takes all of the interpersonal feelings out of things. For instance I love saying Happy Birthday by calling someone if they do not live close or by sending a card or taking them out to dinner. These days people send text messages for holidays or special occasions. I have also seen many break-ups and job loses because of social sites. Kids are nothing like we were growing up. I loved going outside riding my bike and playing sports. Today they are stuck on youtube and Fb. What disturbs me about that is things such as that "cinnamon challenge" that teens and other children were posting on youtube and other sites have caused death. Things like this have caused people to be hooked to these social sites. Parental monitoring is very important when it comes to these electronic devices.
Jane K CRN 64 In my opion, I would say yes. This is because the question will always arise, how true are these friendships?. As sincere as it may look, online relationships demonstrate weak ties than offline relationships because you may never get to meet these people in person; therefore the chance of a person lying about their own identity in order to meet the expectations of another person, is at a higher percentage.
Jane K 64 in response to Ronesia I. 64 I do agree with your comment, as many relationships are being destroyed with the modern ways of communication. For example, if a couple is facing difficulties in their relationships and cannot discuss it offline, they tend to do texting in different internet sites. This show no respect in a marriage which has brought many divorce. Moreover, families are also affected because parents and children do not have time for each other as everybody is always busy in the internet.
I believe that social networking and internet communities do compromise peoples face to face relational skills by exhausting the amount of time available to develop these skills. This is not a new problem. The same argument has been made in the past against video games and television.
In my perspective, Social networks and online dating sites have completely diminished the thought of face-to-face social skills. Some individuals have the natural "gift of Gab", meaning that they can socially interact with various social groups and be positive with the culture and people who interact in the subculture. On the other hand, others can not reach out to various groups and display poor social interaction and face-to-face skills. The new way of the world with technology only acts as a catalyst promoting poor social skills. This is due to everything being electronic and face-to-computer interactions.
Sara 900116455 I do believe that social networking does compromise face to face interactions. I have always been a very shy person. I am much more likely to message someone on facebook rather than go up to them in Wal-Mart. In face I try to avoid people that I know when I see them, simply because I would just prefer not to have to make small talk.
I don't believe that talking to people online is taking away from a persons social life at all. There are those people that are shy and if you say that wrong thing to them online that may not say anything to that person in fear of rejection. You have others though that are meeting new people and actually make some great connections by using online services. I believe that it is a great plus, and for a shy person it could be the only why they are heard at all.
I don't not agree with Mary C. 64. I do understand that the youth may spend a lot of time on social media, but I do see them also getting together and hanging out with each other. They like to spend time together and gossip about what they are even reading on others pages and things of that sort. I just don't see them living behind the screen.
I agree with you Jeanine. My sister just graduated from high school and she prefers to spend time with her friends. It is when she is unable to physically be in their presence that she communicate through social media and her cell phone, or when she is at work bored out of her mind and needing to pass the time.
Wanda B.65 I agree that the social media communication has an affect on how people are communicating. Just watching my college age daughter I see who she spends hours online. But she do not have much face to face connection with other people. Her social life is very limited and I feel a lot has to do with how her generation spends more time with online interaction than face to face interaction.
I believe that social media communication effects teenagers more than any other age group. I think that they spend so much time with their face in their smartphone or computer that it has led to an almost awkward face to face conversation.
Lacee P. Online 65 My initial response to Facebook was that it would be a great way for me to stay in contact with my family that lives far from me. This aspect of social media can be convenient and a quick way to touch bases with people digitally. Recently, I have found it to be much more rewarding and meaningful to call loved ones and hear their voices. Staying in contact the old fashioned way helps weed out any fluff. I really don't care to see posts about how my neighbor is drinking coffee right now and how my cousin thinks her dog is so cute. That aspect of Facebook and other social media communication wastes time and adds a certain amount of unnecessary chaos.
I agree with you LaceeP, you definitely need a balance with social media. Despite, the good things that can be beneficial to our lives with facebook and others sites. Unfortunately you can end up wasting resourceful time in your life as well.
I do not believe that social media compromises our face-to-face social skills, in fact, I think they enhance them. People with low self esteem tend to have more confidence in the outcome of an initial meeting, after conversing with somebody prior to actually meeting them in person. Although it can be a positive outcome, it is also a dangerous one because of the many predators that use social media to lure the innocent into being comfortable with a stranger. Honestly, this new age of electronic communication has given individuals a way to express themselves whether bad or good.
Tiffaney Davis I do think that Facebook is prohibiting face to face interactions. When seeing someone for the first time in years there is no longer a need to make conversation because you already know what they have been up to if you are friends on Facebook. I think that people make assumptions about others from what they see on Facebook which is immature. I have had instances where Facebook itself has unfriended some of my family members from my page, and they took offense to it. When I explained that I didn't do this myself they thought I was lying and probably still do, but it's the honest truth.
Yes I absoultly this that social networks are compromising people's face to face social skills. Behind the internet a person can be whoever they want, which is fake. In real life you can read a person by the converstation,mannerism and actions, which is real and if you lack in any of these areas dealing with people face to face gives you a chance to improve in these areas. Face to Face is real.
AndreaA_98 Yes I absoultly this that social networks are compromising people's face to face social skills. Behind the internet a person can be whoever they want, which is fake. In real life you can read a person by the converstation,mannerism and actions, which is real and if you lack in any of these areas dealing with people face to face gives you a chance to improve in these areas. Face to Face is real.
Leidy M 60. I think that Facebook is good way to communicate with your family when you are far away from them. Also, I think that social networks are compromising people's face to face skills. In my personal opinion social media is a good source to help you connect with people who is far away, and maybe meet the love of your life in a dating site, but I think users have to be responsible and be aware of some dangers behind the computers.
Anything with great power comes great responsibility, and in the terms of technology we have to be careful about how often we use it. Depending on the human being it could be a compromising situation, social skills are important but so is the recent technology we have. Keeping a healthy balance of internet relationships and face to face relationships is key. Generalizing that social media takes away from social skills wouldnt be accurate. Personally social media is great for relatioships that are at a distance, pictures and video and daily posts about funny things that my cousins and second cousins are doing bring joy to me throughout the day. Non-profit organizations that literally rescue women of the streets of Atlanta share when they have a woman in saftey. Hearing opinions about big cultural issues, and of course seeing that funny grumpy cat is hilarious.
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ReplyDeleteI believe that it do compromise peoples face to face skills because when you can do everything online those skills get rusty.
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Social media ( internet) and interpersonal skill are both important in our daily life. Our daily life revolved around these two concepts. All things with advantage always come with disadvantage. Social media can connect you with someone, a friend, which you may never ever have the opportunity to see face-to-face again in your life time. Video chat with such person can give you a face-to-face skill experience. Some friends are preferred to be just online friends. Moreover, business and information from far places come right in front of you via social media. On the other hand, interpersonal skill gives real good experience between the two people involved. 75% of the information share or not shared between the two people involved may be known or perceived through attitude, language, tone, body gesture and facial expression. Social media lack this. In my conclusion, social media does not totally compromise people’s face-to-face social skill. Both have their goods and defects.
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JudiB.60
DeleteI agree with you totally, perhaps we also forgot that social media has no measure of space or distance. I say its for lazy people who don't want to move or make an effort. on the other hand it is a savior for those of us that have family far away and with no sense of space, it makes us feel less homesick.
I agree that facebook and other online sites have affected our face to face skills. There are people that can talk their head off online, but when you see them in public they cannot hold a conversation. Or dont talk to you because your not facebook friends, but send you a request as soon as they leave the place. It is a little ridiculous to a certain extent. I like using facebook and twitter, but i do not let it affect my daily living. I can hold a good conversation with people and love to talk face to face.
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Brittany M. Online 64
ReplyDeleteI completely agree that social media and online sites have affected our communication skills greatly. Some people "grow a bigger pair" when they can say something to you online rather than in person. Sometimes they stick up for themselves by saying things they would not normally say over the internet/phone/ etc. That also goes for people on dating websites. Most of the time, they are not who they say they are. They fib in their profile, or use a picture that is not them.
I personally have avoided people that I am no longer "friends" with on Facebook. Either they have done me wrong or visa-versa. We just tend to avoid each other, and it personally has no effect on me because I have said my peace on Facebook or Twitter and I am OK with not speaking with them ever again.
Long story short I would say that social media does affect our personal skills. Which could be a good or a bad thing.
Brittany Matarazzo
The internet is only confirming that people in general tend to be narcissistic. Many may not accept the fact that man is born with a sinful nature and only with the help of God are we able to overcome such weakness. It is written that eventually everything done, even in darkness will be brought to the light. Modern technology allows us to now become selfish without the fear of repercussions. It is not surprising that many people only care about others as it concerns themselves.
ReplyDeleteThe internet is only a means of communication like any other communication device.People nowadays use it to pass out information of personal interest and also as a war front or a place to settle scores. It should not be a surprise if people believe in the internet the way they do. Internet addicts and its crazy users are huge problems to the society as a whole. God help us!
ReplyDeleteFor me personally, Facebook is simply another way for me to relate to people. I love people and am extremely extroverted. I love meeting people face to face in social gatherings. Facebook allows me to interact with friends and family in different states that I would not normally be in contact with. I do have friends who rarely socialize in public and are constantly on Facebook, but I know them to be introverts. If a person is comfortable around other people than social media is just another outlet. For others it may be a way to become more comfortable and maybe share themselves in a way that is not so threatening. I see social media as a extension of my face to face social network. I do, however, think it is important for people to have a balance in their social connections.
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DeleteRa'Quayle C 64
ReplyDeleteSocial Media sites make it harder for individuals like myself to communicate others in a public setting. I find that it is much easier for me to have a full conversation to anyone over a social media site like Facebook or twitter simply because there is less interaction between the person that I am speaking to and myself. I am literally fearfully to express certain opinions that I can express vehemently over the internet because I am afraid of others reaction. I often think before I speak when I am speaking to someone in person. However, I notice that when I speak to individuals through Facebook that fear is instantly taken away. In a way speaking through social media sites like Facebook or Twiiter . Has given me more power.
Ra'Quayle C. 65
DeleteBrittany M Online 64
DeleteI agree with you! I HATE confrontation so if I can have the conversation via social media or some form of internet I would rather do it that way. It is always so much easier for me and I feel like I can speak my mind and my peace via the Internet.
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DeleteRa'Quayle C. 65 in reply to Brandy W. 64
ReplyDeleteI completely agree with you. I do believe that we need to be conscious about what we allow ourselves to hear and to believe. Social media has definitely distorted our views of what is and what isn't important. I know that I should be that last person to speak about this especially with my post.
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ReplyDeleteSarah B. 65
ReplyDeleteI think that social media has allowed some people to "come out of their shells" and say things that they would never dare say in person, good or bad. Courage is a good thing. However, I think it has most certainly hurt our in person social skills. For example, to look around in any gathering type of place, you will see several people staring at their phones and disrespecting their company.
As far as the dating sties go, they provide a way to meet people that you already know a little something about without having to go too far out on a limb. I like the idea, but I can see how it might not be for everyone.
Carter Bragg
ReplyDeleteI do believe that social networking is detrimental to the way people converse and communicate in the real world. When someone is behind a computer screen they have no audience, they have nobody their to judge them by what they are saying and cannot see the physical reactions of others. This being said, people may be more apt on stating their views on any topic in public, which may not necessarily be a bad thing, but you must know when to hold your tongue. Those that use social networking would be accustomed to the fact that they can say anything they want with no consequence or rebuttal. On social networking sites people perceive things in their own voice and not the way the person is actually stating it. Therefore statements can be misconstrued. This may make it awkward when you see someone in person because you are not sure whether they were kidding, actually upset, being sarcastic etc. - Carter Bragg
Lori D. 64
ReplyDeleteI don't believe that social media is necessarily compromising people's face-to-face skills but rather that it may actually help those who are normally introverted and shy connect to people in what they may feel is a safe setting. There are those who say things in an online setting that they wouldn't say in person, but that's not always a bad thing - maybe they need the safety of the internet to tell someone something that they don't have the courage to say in person. Essentially, I believe that an introvert is going to behave as an introvert, and an extrovert will behave as an extrovert, regardless of the existence of social media.
Lori D. 64 In response to Sarah B. 65:
ReplyDeleteIt is very frustrating to observe others so busy looking at their phones/tablets that they are disconnected from their companions; however, I believe that those very same people tend to be the introverts of the group who wouldn't interact very much regardless.
Stephanie T.(65)
ReplyDeleteI think it depends on the individual. Some people take Facebook so serious that if you unfriend them they think you don't like them. Some people use facebook to keep in touch with people they may not want to deal with on a daily basis. Personally, I would not get mad. I think it may be more the younger generations that are getting offended. It is to a degree taking away from their social skills because all they know is Facebook and MySpace.
Mary C online 64
DeleteI agree, I use Facebook to keep in touch with family and friends. My family moved back to Florida and its just easier to keep in touch though Facebook.
Stephanie T. (65) in repsopnse to Brittany M. (64)
ReplyDeleteI think "grow a bigger pair" sums it up perfectly. A lot of people are able to say things online they would never have the courage to say in person. I think in more instances than not, the things said can be hurtful.
Christopher C. (17)
ReplyDeleteI have a conflicted feelings about this. I believe that online social networking has, in some ways, compromised peoples in-person interactions. But in argument to myself, I believe it has also connected people which otherwise would have never met. I also believe that social media has allowed people to more freely express themselves.
Maria T. (65)
ReplyDeleteI believe that it does compromise peoples face to face skills to an extent and depending on how an individual uses such platform of staying in touch or expressing onesself. Personally it helps me a lot since most of my family is in the Philippines still and the only way I get constant interaction from them is through such mediums without having to spend so much money on long distnace phone calls or waiting till i get an oppurtunity to go home.
Akil W.
ReplyDeleteI think Internet is changing the way we interact with each other. Some people communicate better through the social culture of today. It can act as a filter in some ways by keeping people away and bringing new people in. Some intreverted peolple would never have a voice or the chance at socially communicating, or the chance at socaial intamacy. While roads still lead back to face time in most cases.
WINIFRED CHUKWU
ReplyDeleteI believe the effect of social media, whether negative or positive depends on the amount of time am individual devotes to it. some people become addicted and spend less time having face to face communication, this makes them distant in their relationship with people physically, some even go as far as building imaginary worlds and become disillusioned...gets really creepy. I love social media and how it has made our world a global village but I would advice that we gain control of its use rather that allow it control us. WINIFRED CHUKWU
Maria T. (65) in response to Ra'Quayle C 64
ReplyDeleteI agree with you with regards to able to express freely your thoughts without the fear because I do feel that way sometimes. Although there are times that I wished I have expressed my thoughts in a face to face conversation because then the other person really gets the tone of my thoughts. Because by just readng the words on your inbox or fb wall if it was meant to be a joke comment or a sacractic comment or for real comment.
Jedd D. 64
ReplyDeleteSocial media's has some good and bad effects. It's good for some people, including myself, because I get to communicate and see my families and friend's faces through photos and videos through social medias like facebook. Since we have big time zone difference, it's hard for us to have a face-to-face conversation. And it is only bad when people use it in a different way and abuse it.
Mason c. 64
ReplyDeleteI am part of a generation that did not have cell phones or the internet as I was in my teens. Contacting friends and family required a bit more. If you wanted to break the ice with a special someone you had to do that face to face. Not the EZ way but along with eye to eye and body language the answers were much more direct and even a bit scary. More so that a negative response was harder to handle when the person giving it is 3 feet away looking into your eyes. regardless of that for all the shut ins and cultures around the planet, the Net brought us all within a key stroke of each other and asking a Australian out to dinner and a movie 6588 miles away is do-able.
Amanda B. 64
ReplyDeleteI think that social media, online communities and Internet dating is compromising people’s face-to-face social skills. Digital communication such as texting, emailing and social media are increasingly replacing old-fashioned, face-to-face communication. While technology can connect us in many positive ways, it may result in long-term difficulty with the ability to initiate social interactions, emotionally regulate, resolve conflict, and engage in small talk or spontaneous reciprocal conversation.
Lacee P. Online 65
DeleteIn Response to Amanda B. 64:
I agree with your thoughts on the compromise social media has on real life encounters. All to often, people tend to stray from being their true self with the shields of the digital world. I too have found myself posting pictures that show only my best,in an effort to perhaps save face from the core of reality. Relationships should be built on solid, bare truth and honesty along with that human magnetism that sparks interest in all of us.
Reply to Jedd D. 64
ReplyDeleteI also enjoy social media, such as Facebook, because I get to see my family that lives in Nebraska through pictures and videos. My mom is also there so I live to post picture and videos of my kids and dog for her to see. One thing I do hate about Facebook is all of the bullying that is going on. Is so sad to hear that kids not only get bullied at school, but they can’t get away from it because it happens on social media as well.
Mary T. 64
Opeyemi B. 60
ReplyDeletei forgot to include my CRN in my reponse to the topic on June 6th.
Samantha Y. 65
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I agree with you social media does have good and bad effects. It is amazing how now we can communicate with friends and families through social media that live in different areas of the world that in the olden days was unavailable. The bad effect though like you said is when people abuse it. For sample one bad effect is when people stay on it constantly and is the only form of communication they use instead of interacting face to face with people.
Samantha Y.65
ReplyDeleteI agree that social media, online communities and Internet dating are compromising people’s face-to-face social skills. I am the world's worse I talk to people through facebook and texting rather than one on one. I have even talk to people on facebook and then seen them in public and not even spoke to them. What is this world coming to! Technology is a good thing but most people like myself are using it way to much.
Keli J. 65
ReplyDeleteSocial media and other online outlets have have changed the dynamics of face to face communication and an individual’s interpersonal skills. Growing up in a time where technology wasn’t as prevalent as it is now, I understand the importance of being able to see people and have real genuine interaction with the people I care about the most. In college I never really depended on the internet to keep up with my family and friends. I would just walk down the hall, because our face to face time was just so much more fun. I only every utilized Facebook after hurricane Katrina and that was because my college friends were pledging a sorority and could only communicate through Facebook. After that I kept my page opened because they live in Houston and that’s our way to stay updated with each other. I wish today’s youth didn’t have so much access to the internet because some kids are hermits and never come out their shells and others don’t know the basics of holding a simple conversation with their classmates or peers.
Abdulbari S. 64
ReplyDeleteI think social media, online communities, and Internet dating are compromising people’s face-to-face social skills. I have several friends that admit that they would prefer to communicate with certain people via Facebook as opposed to a face-to-face conversation or a phone call, probably because gestures, facial expressions, and body language do tend to affect how one perceives interactions with others. With the Internet, one can communicate with emoticons, memes, and other readily available forms of expressions without worrying about awkwardness. The social skills needed to be able to deal with others, regardless of perception and interactions, tend to take a back seat because of the Internet.
Jennifer P.60
ReplyDeleteI believe facebook and other network communication is not good. People are not face to face with one another to see or feel the reactions during a conversation. Now days lots of people are on thier phones on social networks and are not interacting with others because a lot of times its more easy to just get on facebook or email to have a short conversation. This kind of socialization isnt good for children people need to be able to build social skills as well as confiedence in speaking to one another.
Tanja K. 64
ReplyDeleteI strongly believe that the Internet with its social media and online communities are compromising people's face-to-face social skills. I can say for myself that I have gotten into the habit of dealing with my arguments or uncomfortable topics via Facebook. For example, when I have to talk to somebody about something important that the other person might not want to hear, I catch myself avoiding phone or face-to-face conversations. It is so much easier for me to type a message on Facebook or email. Afterwards I do wonder why I did not have the courage to tell the person in person. I think the reason why I don't is that usually when I have a real conversation I forget what I wanted to say and things get awkward and I want to avoid that feeling. That is the problem because I should not want to avoid the feeling. I should be able to handle myself in uncomfortable situations. Years back when social media wasn't as popular, I remember how nervous how I used to be when I had to have an argument with a friend, teacher, etc. I used to stand in front of my mirror at home practicing what I wanted to say to them. Now I'm not nervous, because all I need to do is type a few sentences on Facebook.
Tanja K. 64 In response to Jedd D. 64
ReplyDeleteI agree with the good aspects of social media you were pointing out. I originally am from Germany and I would not know what to do without Facebook when it comes to keeping my friends and family up to date on what is going on in my life. It makes it so easy to post pictures of my daughter and they can see where I live now, what I do, etc.!
Matthew B. 64 in response to Tanja K. 64
DeleteI also feel that there are certain aspects of social media that are helpful. Being able to stay in touch with old friends, or share life experiences to name a few. I do feel that some of the newer generation rely to heavily on social media to get their social interaction and this is causing them to become less willing to meet face to face with certain people.
Wanda B.65 in response to Matthew B. 64
DeleteI also agree with what you stated. Social Media can be used in positive ways in keeping in touch with family and friends .But the younger generation expose too much of their personal lives to the general public. And it makes them not want as much face to face interaction.
JenniferP.60 Reply to MariaT.65
ReplyDeleteI agree with you Maria I feel that lots of people are always on facebook or other social networks instead of having face to face conversations. Taking away from other activites or taking up time. Then there are people who like to keep up with family who may not live close.
Kara H. 35
ReplyDeleteSocial media definitely plays a huge role of communication in our society. It would have to play a role in how we communicate face to face. I can personally think about instances that I you will know something about someone because you "read/saw" it on facebook and in person to person communication you mention what they did or were doing because of something you read on facebook.
The majority of people share so much of their personal lives on social media. There are so many things that people share on social media sites that before these sites normally would have never been shared in day to day life.
I personally feel there are many good things and bad things too associated with facebook/twitter and internet means of communication. There are benefits that include keeping up with family and friends that you wouldn't have the chance to keep up with without the ease of the internet. There are negatives too that we have the tendency to share too much that might actually violate the personal aspect of life too. For example: A friend of mine showed me pictures that a person was posting of a funeral they were at....Open casket pictures?? Really? I think that is just above and beyond not acceptable facebook material.
There has to be a balance of face to face real life communication and internet communication. Internet communication can be bland and not encourage the growth of friendships. Although it might be easier at times to communicate I think when I take the time to actually have real life face to face interactions with people those encounters are more personal than a "facebook" chat.
(PS - I posted a long comment a few days ago...For some reason I don't see that it ever posted :-(
Ronesia I. 64 in response to Kara H. 35
DeleteI agree with you on the benefits of social sites which includes keeping up with family and friends. I love the fact that businesses and entrepreneurs can promote on these sites instead of going around hanging and passing out a bunch of flyers. I will say that some things do go a little overboard and violate personal aspect of life but what may not be acceptable to you and I may be very acceptable to others. That's where freedom comes into play. I enjoyed reading you post and look forward to the others in the future. :-)
Sarah B 65 in response to Kara H 35
DeleteFirst off, I Love Facebook for all of the wonderful things it does. However, I definitely agree with you that people share way too much on facebook, etc. (Funeral pictures of an open casket?!? Really?!?! How tasteless.) There needs to be a balance in a bad way. Its almost shameful, and it has the potential for inviting Real danger to happen to us. We need to make a point to our younger generations that posting every little thing you do is a good way for "bad people" to find us. It can be like a yellow pages for predators if you don't have your privacy set up correctly. Scary stuff if you think about it.
Facebook can also be a time waster...I know I have easily drifted off looking at peoples pictures and end up looking at people I don't even know!
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ReplyDeleteSocial media has affected the way people communicate with each other. We are more open and can speak easily with each other conveniently and more promptly. On the other hand, it also enables us to hide behind words, computers and fake bravado.
Matthew B. 64
ReplyDeleteSocial Media is causing major problems with todays young generation and their social skills. When typing a messege, the person has as much time as they need to think a response through and then reply. While speaking directl with a person they must think faster and because of that their responses are not as well thought out. This can cause them to say the wrong things and possibly embarrass themselves making them socially awkward and distant.
I personally find it easier to communicate with others over social media versus face to face. It's not that I'm socially awkward, although I do admit to having brain farts (what human doesn't), but it is just a more convenient way to communicate with others. A person can be misunderstood just as easily through social media as in a face to face conversation. It is all in how we interpret each other, and not through the medium in which we express ourselves that is a problem.
DeleteMary c online 64
ReplyDeleteI believe that the social medias are hurting the social skills with today's youth.Most people would rather chat online then meet up and have a conversion or chat on the phone. This can cause people to be awkward when face to face.
I agree with the last sentence from your comment. I have made business connections on Social Media that has gone sour once I meet with the individuals. You really cannot assess someone's work ethics and professionalism behind a computer.
DeleteElizabeth A. 65
ReplyDeleteMy view about social medias has advantages and disadvantages.
The advantages to me is that you can connect with people you have not seen in a long time. The disadvantages is that people can say whatever they want to say, most especially people who are not bold enough in their own skin.
Elizabeth A 65 in response to Jennifer P. 60 I support what she said about the social media, people with no confidence can say whatever they want to say and get away with.
ReplyDeleteShannon H 60... Social media is getting in the way of how we interact with people face to face. With the video game headsets and Facebook and twitter you say whatever you want with no consequences. Face to face someone will have a response you may not agree with. Kids don't know how to make new friends at school unless they text or Facebook. They just don't know how to respond or even start a face to face conversation.
ReplyDeleteShannon h 60 in response to Elizabeth a 65. I totally agree. Facebook can be good to connect with friends and family who may live far away. They can see pics and comments about your family life. It does give people a chance to talk crap and start arguments knowing nothing will come of it.
ReplyDeleteFacebook has made it possible to connect with people and family you haven't seen in a long time so that's definitely good things about the site,
DeleteRonesia I. 64
ReplyDeleteSocial media plays a role interpersonal skills. Facebook along with other social sites has its' good and bad uses. Personally, I use FB to reconnect with people that I lost contact with and to show my family and friends what's going on in my life by attaching photographs. The bad thing about social sites is that it takes all of the interpersonal feelings out of things. For instance I love saying Happy Birthday by calling someone if they do not live close or by sending a card or taking them out to dinner. These days people send text messages for holidays or special occasions. I have also seen many break-ups and job loses because of social sites. Kids are nothing like we were growing up. I loved going outside riding my bike and playing sports. Today they are stuck on youtube and Fb. What disturbs me about that is things such as that "cinnamon challenge" that teens and other children were posting on youtube and other sites have caused death. Things like this have caused people to be hooked to these social sites. Parental monitoring is very important when it comes to these electronic devices.
Jane K CRN 64
ReplyDeleteIn my opion, I would say yes. This is because the question will always arise, how true are these friendships?. As sincere as it may look, online relationships demonstrate weak ties than offline relationships because you may never get to meet these people in person; therefore the chance of a person lying about their own identity in order to meet the expectations of another person, is at a higher percentage.
Jane K 64 in response to Ronesia I. 64
ReplyDeleteI do agree with your comment, as many relationships are being destroyed with the modern ways of communication. For example, if a couple is facing difficulties in their relationships and cannot discuss it offline, they tend to do texting in different internet sites. This show no respect in a marriage which has brought many divorce. Moreover, families are also affected because parents and children do not have time for each other as everybody is always busy in the internet.
I believe that social networking and internet communities do compromise peoples face to face relational skills by exhausting the amount of time available to develop these skills. This is not a new problem. The same argument has been made in the past against video games and television.
ReplyDeleteIn my perspective, Social networks and online dating sites have completely diminished the thought of face-to-face social skills. Some individuals have the natural "gift of Gab", meaning that they can socially interact with various social groups and be positive with the culture and people who interact in the subculture. On the other hand, others can not reach out to various groups and display poor social interaction and face-to-face skills. The new way of the world with technology only acts as a catalyst promoting poor social skills. This is due to everything being electronic and face-to-computer interactions.
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ReplyDeleteI do believe that social networking does compromise face to face interactions. I have always been a very shy person. I am much more likely to message someone on facebook rather than go up to them in Wal-Mart. In face I try to avoid people that I know when I see them, simply because I would just prefer not to have to make small talk.
I don't believe that talking to people online is taking away from a persons social life at all. There are those people that are shy and if you say that wrong thing to them online that may not say anything to that person in fear of rejection. You have others though that are meeting new people and actually make some great connections by using online services. I believe that it is a great plus, and for a shy person it could be the only why they are heard at all.
ReplyDeleteI don't not agree with Mary C. 64. I do understand that the youth may spend a lot of time on social media, but I do see them also getting together and hanging out with each other. They like to spend time together and gossip about what they are even reading on others pages and things of that sort. I just don't see them living behind the screen.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you Jeanine. My sister just graduated from high school and she prefers to spend time with her friends. It is when she is unable to physically be in their presence that she communicate through social media and her cell phone, or when she is at work bored out of her mind and needing to pass the time.
DeleteWanda B.65
ReplyDeleteI agree that the social media communication has an affect on how people are communicating. Just watching my college age daughter I see who she spends hours online. But she do not have much face to face connection with other people. Her social life is very limited and I feel a lot has to do with how her generation spends more time with online interaction than face to face interaction.
I believe that social media communication effects teenagers more than any other age group. I think that they spend so much time with their face in their smartphone or computer that it has led to an almost awkward face to face conversation.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree. My nephew is a weirdo whenever he doesnt have his iphone in his hands.
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Lacee P. Online 65
ReplyDeleteMy initial response to Facebook was that it would be a great way for me to stay in contact with my family that lives far from me. This aspect of social media can be convenient and a quick way to touch bases with people digitally. Recently, I have found it to be much more rewarding and meaningful to call loved ones and hear their voices. Staying in contact the old fashioned way helps weed out any fluff. I really don't care to see posts about how my neighbor is drinking coffee right now and how my cousin thinks her dog is so cute. That aspect of Facebook and other social media communication wastes time and adds a certain amount of unnecessary chaos.
I agree with you LaceeP, you definitely need a balance with social media. Despite, the good things that can be beneficial to our lives with facebook and others sites. Unfortunately you can end up wasting resourceful time in your life as well.
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DeleteJudylynneD.64
ReplyDeleteI do not believe that social media compromises our face-to-face social skills, in fact, I think they enhance them. People with low self esteem tend to have more confidence in the outcome of an initial meeting, after conversing with somebody prior to actually meeting them in person. Although it can be a positive outcome, it is also a dangerous one because of the many predators that use social media to lure the innocent into being comfortable with a stranger. Honestly, this new age of electronic communication has given individuals a way to express themselves whether bad or good.
Tiffaney Davis
ReplyDeleteI do think that Facebook is prohibiting face to face interactions. When seeing someone for the first time in years there is no longer a need to make conversation because you already know what they have been up to if you are friends on Facebook. I think that people make assumptions about others from what they see on Facebook which is immature. I have had instances where Facebook itself has unfriended some of my family members from my page, and they took offense to it. When I explained that I didn't do this myself they thought I was lying and probably still do, but it's the honest truth.
Yes I absoultly this that social networks are compromising people's face to face social skills. Behind the internet a person can be whoever they want, which is fake. In real life you can read a person by the converstation,mannerism and actions, which is real and if you lack in any of these areas dealing with people face to face gives you a chance to improve in these areas. Face to Face is real.
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ReplyDeleteYes I absoultly this that social networks are compromising people's face to face social skills. Behind the internet a person can be whoever they want, which is fake. In real life you can read a person by the converstation,mannerism and actions, which is real and if you lack in any of these areas dealing with people face to face gives you a chance to improve in these areas. Face to Face is real.
Leidy M 60.
ReplyDeleteI think that Facebook is good way to communicate with your family when you are far away from them. Also, I think that social networks are compromising people's face to face skills. In my personal opinion social media is a good source to help you connect with people who is far away, and maybe meet the love of your life in a dating site, but I think users have to be responsible and be aware of some dangers behind the computers.
Joysline N 64
ReplyDeletei think Facebook is one of the easiest ways to communicate with family and friends and let them know how you are doing.