dSL::digital as a Second Language: Social Networking for Digital Immigrants

For anyone interested in learning the basics of social networking and why it’s useful for you in your life and career.  Perfect for the “Digital Immigrant”: You are a Digital Immigrant if you did not grow up with technology, are older than 30, and are often overwhelmed by the emerging nature of communication, the internet, and the speed at which everything is changing.

 Program  Description:

Are you befuddled by all the hype around online social networking – LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube? Not sure how any of these new technologies can help you achieve your goals? You may be surprised by how powerful, life-changing and easy these tools can be for you, personally and professionally.

Program Outcomes:

“You will leave this presentation/workshop with an understanding of the role of Social Online Media, its impact in today’s technological world and practical tips for how to set up and use your social network to enhance your life and your career.”

The purpose of this session is to bring you up-to-date with the ever-changing technological landscape. Understanding how various social networking tools such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube are currently being used is critical to your life and your career. Find out how you can fit into this fast paced world and launch yourself into the 21^st century. You can use these tools to enhance your connections, personally and professionally.

Participants will be able to:

• Understand the role of Social Online Media and its impact in today’s technological world. 
• Define the differences between “digital immigrants” and “digital natives”.
• Identify the different types of social networking.
• Learn the basics of LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
• Explore what social networking can accomplish for communication and collaboration.
  • Learn how to gain access to broad, vast and rich information sources on almost any topic of interest.
  • Develop a plan for using social networking.
  • Understand the future trends as this technology continues to emerge.
  • Have fun and enjoy these amazing tools.