20 Great Career-Building Activities Using YouTube

by Adam Furgang

Overview

More than three-quarters of teens between the ages of fifteen and seventeen watch more videos on YouTube than they watch traditional TV, according to the BBC. The online video sharing service has videos about news and pop culture, TV shows, how-to videos, music videos, movie trailers, political and historic speeches, and sports events, among other videos. Celebrities promote their work and businesses advertise their products and services on YouTube. This resource offers teens tips on how they can use YouTube to help with their personal creative endeavors, artistic expression, school-related projects, college applications, job prospects, and personal development.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781508172642
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2016
Series:	Social Media Career Building Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.12(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Editorial Reviews

M. G. Paregian — "Helpful data and information will guide and direct young people to learn the ins and outs of using YouTube".

From the Publisher

04/01/2017
Gr 7 Up—Harnessing teens' interest in social media, this series steers them toward educational and professional pursuits and the creative arts. Each title starts with a company history, a bit of social context ("YouTube stars are often more popular than mainstream celebrities"), and a beginner's how-to guide. Twenty ideas for positive usage include Tumblr for résumé developing, Pinterest for teaching hobbies, Twitter as a forum for message campaigns, and Facebook for business and organization pages. An accessible layout makes this ideal for a broad range of reading abilities, and a plethora of appended resources will help inquirers or educators who want to expand on the topic. VERDICT Highly recommended, as even tech-savvy teens will benefit from the Internet safety tips and guide to controlling their self-image or "brand."

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