Social Media Practices of Young Adults

15 July 2010

Many young adults have incorporated email, Facebook and text messaging into their daily practices, both professionally and personally. This webinar, sponsored by Higher Ed Experts, examined the different social media practices common among young adults and explained the cultural logic behind these practices. Special attention was given to the challenges colleges and universities face when trying to connect with students and young alumni.

Presenter
Danah Boyd, social media researcher, Microsoft Research; fellow, Harvard University's Berkman Center for Internet and Society