Video Notes: Internet, Blogs, and Facebook

Vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts from the video notes.

Main feature of the Internet

Wide, fast, and the largest source of information.

Asia

Region with the most Internet users due to its large population and affordable/accessible gadgets.

Highest Internet penetration region

North America (89.1%), followed by Europe (86.6%).

Popular social media sites in the Philippines

Facebook, YouTube, Google, Twitter, Instagram.

Blog

A web + log; an online journal for opinions and information.

Blogger

A person or group managing a blog.

Types of blogs

Fashion, Personal, News, Humor, Photo, Food, Vlog, Educational.

Positive effects of blogs

Free info, meaningful discussions, positive influence, inspiration, builds relationships.

Negative effects of blogs

Misinformation, harsh comments, plagiarism.

Facebook creation

Created in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg and friends.

Positives of Facebook for learning

Teacher-student connection, peer learning, resources, group study, more interactive learning.

Negatives of Facebook for learning

Can distract, lower grades if overused.

Language and culture connection

Language is the tool to express, preserve, and spread culture.

Folk knowledge

Literature, rituals, traditions, and beliefs passed down through generations.