ECCB Media Training for ECCU Police Officers

Social Media is a Language

• All languages evolve naturally with time. • Each generation has its own nuances and phrases that contribute to the identity of that time as do different social groups. • Example: - ‘Sick’ - ill or unwell - Cool, genius or amazing • As culture changes so does communicating via social media. ⚬ Slangs ⚬ Referencing music ⚬ Trends • Social Media is an actual language with its rules and a Lexicon.