More than eight in 10 teens (83%) believe they do not behave unethically when it comes to using social networking sites, according to a Junior Achievement/Deloitte Teen Ethics Survey. However, 16% admit to posting content that may embarrass others, spreading rumors, or pretending to be someone else on these sites. More than half (54%) later regretted these types of behaviors. Also:
• 82% feel prepared to make ethical decisions at work.
• 40% do not consider the potential reactions of college admission officers when posting content online; 38% don’t consider the reactions of present or future employers; and 30% don’t consider their parents’ reactions.
• Nearly six in 10 teens (58%) would consider their ability to access social networks at work when considering a job offer from a potential employer.
• 88% use social networks every day, with 70% using for more than one hour.
Source: Junior Achievement, Stephanie Bell, Director Marketing & Media Relations, 1 Education Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80906; 719-540-6171; sbell@ja.org; www.ja.org.
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