AIM Convention 2015

Course Description:

Today’s “Tweens” are connected to one another, and to the world, via digital technology more than any previous generation. Recent data suggests that social media venues like Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Texting have surpassed e-mail as the preferred method of communication in all age groups. The wiles of the devil include this cunning ability to find openings through our minds and emotions. He exaggerates the pleasures while minimizing his true nature and deceptions. Tween Tweeters Beware! This class is for ages 10 to 12 (Tween Camp).

Goals/Outcome

• Explore the history and effects of this emerging collaborative we call social media
• Explore the basics positive and negatives aspects of each social media outlets
• Advise of the best case scenario, where social media does work
• Advise why children age 12 and under with parental guidance should tread with caution in this arena.