“Social Media” collection
Stay informed on the latest trends in digital connectivity and the evolving nature of online social engagement. Learn how to use modern social tools to maintain meaningful connections while navigating digital communities safely and responsibly.
HTD Tech Briefs
View all →April 18, 2020
Changing our Thinking on how Children use Social Media During COVID-19 (Video Tech Tip)
As parents, we restrict kids' device usage. But, during COVID-19 era, we should relax this. Screens are how kids are connecting & maintaining friendships.
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March 15, 2020
With Social Distancing in Effect, Try Social Media “Gathering” Instead!
Because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), medical professionals are recommending social distancing. I am recommending using Social Media "Gathering" instead!
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January 18, 2019
News & Tips: MegaBreach, Non-Private Tweets – What To Do With Security?
2019 news of a "MegaBreach" & non-private Twitter messages - this type of security hack affects us all. Learn the details & how to better protect yourself.
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August 18, 2017
We Must Be Citizens of Humanity Before Citizen Journalists
Human-instigated tragedies around the world have made me realize we need to be citizens of humanity instead of citizen journalists.
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August 16, 2017
7 Tips for Facebook Messenger for Back to School, Students & Parents
Facebook Messenger offers a variety of features that students and parents might find particularly helpful for Back to School and during the school year.
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October 22, 2016
TheSmartTalk.org Makes a Social & Digital Safety Contract for Families and Gets the Discussion Going
Having a family conversation about social media and being a digital citizen is incredibly important. TheSmartTalk.org offers a great way to do this!
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October 4, 2016
My Views on Blogging, Influencers & Brands – Interview with Imperial Leisure
Imperial Leisure recently published an interview I (Michael Sheehan) had with them regarding my views on blogging, influencers & brands. Read the interview.
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February 15, 2016
Online, It’s Really All about “Me” So Protect It – #MentorME
Nowadays, developing a digital reputation is critical, but just as important is its maintenance. #MentorME campaign aims to show how key this is.
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October 13, 2015
Don’t Restrict Your Child’s Smartphone, Instead Discover via Monitoring with AT&T Smart Limits
Instead of restricting children's smartphone usage, use AT&T Smart Limits to monitor and make discoveries for later discussion. Here's how.
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August 17, 2015
Content Creation & Social Media Advice: Don’t Force It!
A word of advice for content creation & social media - don't force the process! Some tips to be more effective on content creation and social media strategy
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September 27, 2014
Parents Guide to Social Media Apps Used by Kids
I was recently asked by a reader of my site (Denise) if I could put together a chart that lists out some of the main social media sites used by tweens and teens and if I could provide some commentary on how they are dangerous (or not) for kids - essentially, a Parents Guide to Social Media apps used by…
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September 11, 2014
How to Turn Off Facebook’s Auto-Play Videos & Save Data
If you are anything like me, you watch your cell phone's data consumption very closely. And given that I have 4 other people on my family shared plan (3 of them being teens & almost a teen), there are some apps that simply gulp down data. Tweens and teens absolutely LOVE image and video apps (think Instagram, Vine, SnapChat and…
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