Introduction to social media

Structure:

1. Introduction
   1.1. Describe social media as a rising trend and the role that social media play in
   communication.
2. Body
   2.1. What is the importance of social media? How has social media influenced business?
   2.2. Discuss accessibility and the Internet as a continual source of news, entertainment,
   and education: ‘the new digital environment expands the scope and reach of consumer
   activities’ (Jenkins, 2006, p. 215).
   2.3. Describe your productive use(s) of social media.
3. Conclusion
   3.1. What are the challenges that social media face in today’s society?
   You will be graded based on your descriptions, explanations and analyses. Use balanced
   approach where you include at least two viewpoints; be critical – what is good or bad about
   the material available; always clarify and identify components of the issue; and compare –
   look for similarities and differences.
   Your essay must be structured as follows: Use a minimum of two pages and no more than
   three pages to structure your assignment, including an introduction, body, and conclusion.
   Type the single spaced essay using Times New Roman 12 font.