Technology and Social Media

Technology and Social Media

Youth and Technology

  • La tecnología: Understanding the role of technology in youths’ lives, from computers (los ordenadores) to smartphones (los teléfonos móviles).

  • Use of technology vocabulary: internet (el internet), applications (las aplicaciones), games (los juegos).

  • Viewing technology as a learning tool (la herramienta de aprendizaje) as well as a source of entertainment.

Social Media

  • Las redes sociales: Importance of social networks like Facebook (Facebook), Twitter (Twitter), and Instagram (Instagram) in the lives of young people.

  • Upsides and downsides of social media usage: cyberbullying (el acoso cibernético), online friendships (amistades en línea), fake news (noticias falsas).

  • Responsible use of social media: privacy concerns (la privacidad), security issues (la seguridad), digital footprint (la huella digital).

Messaging and Communication

  • Use and meaning of digital communication platforms: WhatsApp (WhatsApp), email (el correo electrónico).

  • Understanding netiquette (la netiqueta) - appropriate online behavior and communication.

  • The shift in communication styles - from face to face interactions to digitally mediated conversations.

Gaming and Digital Entertainment

  • The role of video games (los videojuegos) in youth culture, exploring popular games and their impact.

  • La música digital or digital music: Use of streaming platforms like Spotify (Spotify) and the transformation of the music industry.

  • The trend of online movies and series on platforms like Netflix (Netflix) and its impact on traditional television.

This insight into the influence and usage of technology and social media among the youth in Spain not only equips learners with practical vocabulary but also allows them to understand and express complex thoughts on how these aspects shape youth culture.