Pasadena City College Social Media Tool in Youth Essay

I need you to help me on this speech assignment. I already wrote my outline and speech. I would like you to fix my outline and speech if anything is wrong. I must have attention statement, thesis, preview, review, reiterate thesis, concluding statement in my outline. 

Outline

Introduction

Are you familiar with the names such as Instagram, Facebook or Twitter? (attention statement) If not, then you’ve been living under a rock (jk). However, if so, then it is not surprising as these are very popular social media names today. In the age of technological advancements, most teenagers own social media accounts. When anything newsworthy occurs then you’ll find that many teenagers have quick access to current events through the use of social media. Social media is an important part of modern day society that has benefited many teenagers utilizing it. (thesis)  However, there are also negative aspects. In this speech I will be addressing the positives and negative aspects of social media and will also explore what this means for future generations. (preview)

Body

1. What is social media?
2. Social media is a new way of communicating with others.
3. Social media is a , thoughts, and information.

2. What are the benefits of social media?

1. Social media allows people to access quickly to many sources which are informative.
2. Social media enablenew technology that facilitates the sharing of ideass people to establish strong unity by participating in activities such as video games and school work.
3. Social media works in favor of the youths as it is a source of self-esteem, platform for youths with disabilities, and source of information according to Woods (2020)

3. What are the negatives of social media?

                 a.  People have the possibility to obtain false information from the internet.

                 b. People can get Cyberbullied easily.

     c. People can and often impersonate another person with fake accounts.

Conclusion.

In conclusion, technology has become a part of our everyday life. Social media is one of the results of the technology. Today we focused on social media and the impact it has on teenagers. (review) Some argue for and others against the use of these platforms, but research shows limiting the time spent on them and ensuring parental involvement will go a long way into mitigating the adverse effects that come along with the usage of social media. Social media provides a source of information, a sense of belonging for teenagers, and boosts their self-esteem. (reiterate thesis) These platforms, however, are characterized by cyber bullying and harassment. The teens also lose their in-person and social skills. (concluding statement) 

Informative Speech

Are you familiar with the names such as Instagram, Facebook or Twitter? not, then 

you’ve been living under a rock (jk). However, if so, then it is not surprising as these are 

very popular social media names today. In the age of technological advancements, most 

teenagers own social media accounts. When anything newsworthy occurs then you’ll find 

that many teenagers have quick access to current events using social media. 

Social media is an important part of modern-day society that has benefitted many 

teenagers utilizing it. However, there are also negative aspects. In this speech I will be 

addressing the positives and negative aspects of social media and will also explore what 

this means for future generations. 

Benefits of Social Media to Teenagers

Social media has made it easy to access information, making teenagers more informed than ever before. Social media platforms are open and accessible from anywhere. Teens have unparalleled access to information that concern their schools, state, country, and the rest of the world (Woods, 2019). They are equipped with knowledge of current happenings, social debates, and environmental issues (Beck, 2020). The information empowers these teens to ensure they can make informed decisions regarding their lives and their future. The easy, unlimited access to relevant information is the top reason why we must encourage teenagers to embrace social media. 

Teenagers also find social media an ideal platform to boost their self-esteem. Being a teenager can be overwhelming and confusing. Teenagers deal with immense changes, and failure to secure a support system could result in depression. With social media at hand, teenagers find groups of like-minded people to share their stories and discuss their personal issues (Beck, 2020).There are also social media pages for celebrities and public figures who relate to similar problems, as Woods (2019) state. These teenagers get inspired and get a place they can easily fit. The ability of social media to create a safe environment cannot be undermined in such cases. 

Lastly, social media came at a time when children with disabilities are rarely heard. With social media accessible from everywhere by almost everyone, disabilities are becoming almost invisible. In the past, teenagers with disabilities would rarely get a chance to communicate with their peers (Fuller, 2020). Teenage peers are ignorant, which is a disadvantage to young people with disabilities (Woods, 2019). With the rise of social media and advancements in technology, these teenagers are empowered to do almost everything their peers are doing without facing constraints. Their sense of belonging is redefined. 

Cons of Social Media on Teens

Despite the benefits of social media, we cannot overlook its flip side and the impact it has on teenagers’ well-being. Cyber bullying is a common occurrence. There are harsh words and taunts everywhere. Cyber bullying is on the rise, and playground issues are no longer left on the playground. According to a report by the Pew Research Centre, 59% of teens in the United States have been harassed or bullied online (Anderson, 2018). Teenagers are not always safe in the cyberspace. When teenagers become victims of cyber bullying, their mental health is adversely affected as they cannot handle the trauma that comes with the vice. 

Social media also kills social skills among teenagers. These teenagers spend most of their leisure time online and have lost the culture of meeting and interacting in person. According to New York Behavioral Health research, 22% of teenagers log into their social media accounts more than 10 times a day (Fuller, 2020). The users gain a false sense of confidence, and they lose even the most essential life skills like communication. Teenagers are now losing their real character into the characters they get online. 

In conclusion, technology has become a part of our everyday life. Social media is one of the results of the technology. Today we focused on social media and the impact it has on teenagers. Some argue for and others against the use of these platforms, but research shows limiting the time spent on them and ensuring parental involvement will go a long way into mitigating the adverse effects that come along with the usage of social media. Social media provides a source of information, a sense of belonging for teenagers, and boosts their self-esteem. These platforms, however, are characterized by cyber bullying and harassment. The teens also lose their in-person and social skills.

  

Work Citation

Anderson, M. (2018). Many teens have experienced some form of cyber bullying. Pew Research Center: Internet, Science & Tech. https://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2018/09/27/a-majority-of-teens-have-experienced-some-form-of-cyberbullying/

Beck, A. (2020, February 10). Pros and cons of social media for teens. Family Orbit Blog. https://www.familyorbit.com/blog/pros-and-cons-of-…

Fuller, J. R. (2020, August 31). The impact of social media use on social skills. New York Behavioral Health. https://newyorkbehavioralhealth.com/the-impact-of-…

Woods, R. (2019, October 31). The pros and cons of social media use by teens. PhoneSpector. https://phonespector.com/blog/the-pros-and-cons-of…

The Assignment

• Prepare and deliver a 4-6 minute informative speech.
• A minimum of 3 different outside sources must be used for this speech.
• You are required to incorporate a minimum of one (1) visual aid into the presentation.
• Two (2) 3×5 note cards are allowed for this speech.
• A one-page sentence outline will be turned in with an annotated bibliography using correct MLA or APA style. See page 2 for guidelines.

The better speech will adhere to the following elements:

• Will have selected a topic that is unique, compelling, and focused.
• Provides the audience with information that they DID NOT know before.
• Has a strong introduction, conclusion, and an effectively organized body.
• Is adequately researched with information coming from credible sources.
• Incorporates a visual aid that enhances the understanding of the speaker’s topic.
• Is not memorized, but practices an extemporaneous style of speaking
• Will not pull from a text which slanders, libels, insults, degrades or in any way marginalizes members from a particular race, creed, religion, or sex.
• Has been practiced so that the speaker is not stumbling, stopping & starting etc.
• Incorporates appropriate hand gestures and body movement, including an effective use of space.
• Improves upon the previous speech; meaning that any comments and suggestions from previous evaluations should be addressed and remedied for this presentation.

Think of the informative speech as a door you need to walk through, but there are three locks on that door which require three keys. In order to be effective as an informative speaker you’ll need to possess these three keys. And they are: 1) finding a topic that is unique, new, and compelling; 2) gathering strong supporting material (research); 3) organization. With all three keys you easily pass through the doorway, but without them you will struggle and stumble and trip through, which will be embarrassing because everyone will be watching. Then your housemates will be mad at you, and then it’ll get all awkward and uncomfortable…GOOD LUCK!