Understanding Legal and Ethical Issues in Social Media Use

The video discusses Learning Aim C2, focusing on legal and ethical issues related to social media's role in blurring social and business boundaries. It highlights the use of social media for business purposes, such as advertising and customer interaction, and the potential challenges like unprofessional responses. The video also covers the impact of personal digital use on professional life, including both positive aspects like networking and negative aspects like unethical staff vetting.

What is the primary focus of Learning Aim C2 in the context of social media?

• Marketing strategies

• Financial management

• Legal and ethical issues

• Technical advancements

How can social media blur the boundaries between social and business interactions?

• By improving customer service

• By allowing personal comments on business pages

• By reducing marketing costs

• By increasing sales

Which of the following is a way organizations use social media for business purposes?

• To conduct employee training

• To target specific demographics with ads

• To develop new products

• To manage internal communications

Which platform is mentioned as a tool for networking in the business context?

• LinkedIn

• Pinterest

• Snapchat

• Instagram

What is one benefit of using social media for professional purposes?

• It helps raise business profiles

• It allows for anonymous feedback

• It guarantees job security

• It eliminates the need for resumes

What is a potential negative impact of personal social media use on professional life?

• It may result in inappropriate customer interactions

• It can lead to increased productivity

• It provides more networking opportunities

• It ensures better work-life balance

What ethical concern is associated with using social media to vet potential employees?

• It reduces recruitment costs

• It improves hiring accuracy

• It is considered unethical by some

• It is time-efficient