The document outlines a group activity for students to audit social media platforms and explore how influencers, advertising, and curated content shape unrealistic beauty standards and ideals regarding sexuality. Each group focuses on a specific platform (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, or YouTube) to examine the type of content related to sexuality and its underlying messages. Students will discuss their findings and reflect on how these social media representations may influence perceptions, self-image, and societal norms surrounding sexuality.

1. Health Education
MARICEL P. BERANA
Teacher II

2. Social Media &
Sexuality

4. How does the video explore the role
of influencers, advertising, and
curated content in shaping unrealistic
beauty standards and ideals on social
media platforms?

5. GROUP
ACTIVITY:
Social Media Audit

6. GROUP FORMATION:
Divide the class into small groups, ensuring that
each group has access to devices with internet
connectivity. Assign each group a different social
media platform to focus on: Group 1 (Instagram),
Group 2 (TikTok), Group 3 (Twitter),
Group 4 (Facebook), and Group 5 (YouTube).

7. AUDIT GUIDELINES:
Spend 15-20 minutes
exploring content related to sexuality on your
assigned platform. Take notes on the types of
content you encounter, the messages
conveyed, and any prevalent attitudes or
themes.

8. Examples of social media
content related to sexuality
that students might
encounter during a Social
Media Audit:

9. Instagram:
•Fitness influencers promoting workouts for enhancing sexual
performance.
•Fashion bloggers showcasing outfits for date nights or
romantic occasions.
•Relationship advice accounts sharing tips on maintaining
intimacy and communication in relationships.
•LGBTQ+ advocacy groups posting about pride events,
awareness campaigns, and inclusive messaging.
•Memes and humorous content related to dating, relationships,
and sexual experiences.

10. TikTok:
•Dance challenges with suggestive movements or themes
related to romance and attraction.
•Educational content addressing topics such as consent, sexual
health, and body positivity.
•Short skits or comedy videos exploring dating scenarios,
awkward moments, or stereotypes related to sexuality.
•LGBTQ+ creators sharing personal stories, coming out
experiences, and advocacy messages.
•Trending hashtags related to relationship goals, love advice, or
sex positivity.

11. Twitter:
•Hashtag conversations about sexual orientation, gender
identity, and the experiences of marginalized communities.
•Discussions on current events or news stories related to
sexuality, such as debates on legislation affecting reproductive
rights or LGBTQ+ rights.
•Links to articles, blog posts, or research studies addressing
topics like sexual health, pleasure, and intimacy.
•Activist accounts advocating for comprehensive sex education,
consent education, and reproductive rights.
•Controversial discussions or debates surrounding societal
norms, taboos, and stigmas related to sexuality.

12. Facebook:
•Posts announcing new relationships, engagements, or
marriages.
•Relationship milestones celebrated with photos and heartfelt
captions.
•Discussions about navigating long-distance relationships,
breakups, or divorce.
•Support groups for individuals exploring their sexual orientation
or gender identity.
•Pages advocating for sexual health awareness, reproductive
rights, and LGBTQ+ equality.
•Community groups for local LGBTQ+ events, pride
celebrations, or support networks.

13. YouTube:
•Educational videos on topics like sexual consent, healthy
relationships, and safe sex practices.
•Vlogs or personal stories shared by individuals discussing their
experiences with sexuality, coming out, or navigating dating and
relationships.
•Makeup tutorials, fashion hauls, or transformation videos with
themes of self-expression and confidence.
•Interviews with experts in fields such as sexology, psychology,
and gender studies discussing contemporary issues related to
sexuality.
•Music videos or lyric analysis videos with themes of love,
attraction, and desire.

14. Conducting the Audit:
Explore various hashtags, accounts, trending
topics, and related features specific to your
assigned platform. They may also search for
keywords related to sexuality or browse through
popular content creators' profiles.

15. Reconvene and Discussion:
Each group should share their findings, highlighting
the types of content they encountered, the
prevalent attitudes or messages, and any notable
observations. Discuss how the content on each
platform might influence attitudes, beliefs, and
behaviors related to sexuality.

16. Reflection:
Reflect on the implications of your findings.
Consider how the content you observed might
shape perceptions of sexuality, influence self-
image, impact relationships, or contribute to
societal norms and expectations.