
Influence, Celebrity, and the Dangers of Online Hate
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Language
English — USSubject
- Social Studies
Grade
6–12- Propaganda
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About This Mini-Lesson
This mini-lesson is part two of a two-part exploration of online hate speech, celebrity influence, and the real-life consequences they can engender.
Social media allows users to share unvetted content instantly with extensive audiences. Policies on what users can post on platforms are broad and often loosely enforced, which gives people the ability to use social media to spread hateful messages. Influencers and celebrities in particular often have millions of online followers, and their messages can quickly catch the attention of the general public. This mini-lesson helps students explore the potential power and responsibility of celebrities and social media influencers, as well as encourages students to think critically about how social media campaigns can be used to raise awareness about hate. Each activity can be used on its own or taught in any combination best suited to your students.
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