Social engagement：練習問題

Which of the following best describes the concept of social engagement in a modern context?

A grassroots movement successfully mobilized thousands of citizens through online platforms to protest against a controversial urban development project. While the protest gained significant media attention, the municipal government proceeded with the project, citing prior legal approvals. What does this outcome suggest about the limitations of digital social engagement?

Why is the phenomenon of "slacktivism" (low-effort online support) often viewed as a challenge for social engagement campaigns?

Which of the following serves as an example of direct social engagement through "participatory budgeting"?

Critically analyze the concept of slacktivism and its potential impact on the long-term effectiveness of social engagement movements.

The concept of 'digital citizenship' has revolutionized social engagement, but it also presents significant challenges regarding the digital divide.

a) Analyze how unequal access to technology creates barriers to education and civic participation for marginalized groups.
b) Evaluate the impact of 'algorithmic bias' on how individuals engage with social issues online.
c) Drawing on the IB mission to create a 'better and more peaceful world,' suggest two long-term strategies that international organizations could use to bridge the gap in digital social engagement across different cultures.

In the contemporary digital age, the methods through which individuals participate in social engagement have transformed significantly. Consider a scenario where a local community center is threatened with closure due to budget cuts. Two distinct groups emerge to save the center: Group A focuses on a massive social media campaign using viral hashtags and online petitions, while Group B organizes door-to-door canvassing, physical town hall meetings, and face-to-face meetings with local councilors.

Part A: Compare and contrast the potential impact of these two approaches. Which method is more likely to achieve long-term systemic change, and why?
Part B: The term 'slacktivism' is often used to describe low-effort online support for a cause. Evaluate how this phenomenon might either hinder or provide a gateway to deeper, more meaningful social engagement.
Part C: Drawing on the IB mission to foster 'caring and compassionate' individuals, discuss how educational institutions can effectively bridge the gap between classroom learning and active, physical social engagement in the local community.