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Some of the popular social networking apps are as follows:

Facebook: It is a social media platform that allows users to connect
with friends, share updates and join communities. It supports text,
photos, videos and live streaming and is used by businesses for

marketing.

Instagram: It is a photo and video sharing app known for its creative
filters. Users share posts, stories and reels to express themselves
and it is also used by influencers and brands to showcase lifestyle

and products.

X (formerly Twitter): It is a platform for sharing short posts, popular
for real-time news, opinions and public discussions. Users follow
accounts for updates on various topics.

21 st #Creativity
ART INTEGRATION ACTIVITY Century #Critical Thinking
Skills
Design a social media profile with a creative picture, bio and posts that reflect your personality in
Word. Use colours and creativity to express yourself. Share and explain your profile with the class.

A Newsgroup is an online forum for topic-specific discussions, where messages are
organised into threads and moderated for safety.

BLOGS

A blog is an online journal where individuals or organisations share thoughts,
experiences or expertise on topics like food, travel or technology. Blog posts often

include text, images, videos and links, allowing writers to express themselves,
educate, inspire and potentially earn income through ads or promotions. A person
who writes blogs is known as a blogger.

CREATING AND PUBLISHING A BLOG

You can create a blog using free platforms like Blogger or WordPress. Owned by
Google, Blogger is user-friendly and perfect for beginners. It offers free hosting and
a variety of customisable themes.

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