Parent Guide > Anti-Social Networks? We're Just As Cliquey Online
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "Anti-Social Networks? We're Just As Cliquey Online" by Laura Sydell.
In "Anti-Social Networks? We're Just as Cliquey Online," Laura Sydell from NPR's All Things Considered discusses how social networks can reinforce cliques and biases.
As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Technology, Progress & Industry as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer this big question :
"What are the costs and benefits of technology?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this psychology article at home:
- What was "Anti-Social Networks? We're Just As Cliquey Online" about?
- What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
- Watch Beware online "filter bubbles" | Eli Pariser at home with your child.