In this discussion, you will find and examine the effectiveness of examples of “slacktivism.”  Slacktivism is a term used to describe activism that requires very little time or effort.  Usually, slacktivism is online (changing a profile picture, posting a link or a tweet) but could also be offline (signing a petition, wearing a T-shirt). 

1. Discuss how technology impacts social change.
2. Go online and find at least 3 examples of slacktivism.  Where did you search and what search terms did you use to find these examples? Provide names and internet site locations. DO NOT USE KONY 2012 or the Bucket Challenge.
3. Describe the kinds of images and words these examples use. What do they have in common?
4. Have you ever changed your Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Tik Tok, or other social media platforms picture to make a political statement? Does this count as social activism? Explain why, or why not Give details around the change, such as when, why and reaction by others. If you have not changed your profile picture, comment on family or friends who have changed their social media photo. Also, provide evidence of types of collective behavior and social movements. 
5. Can online protest actions like “slacktivism” be effective? When and how? Finally, identify a collective behavior theory that best relates.

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