Cette activité invite les élèves à observer et comparer les usages des réseaux sociaux selon les générations, en reliant plateformes, pratiques et profils d’utilisateurs.
À partir d’hypothèses plutôt que de réponses uniques attendues, ils apprennent à formuler des observations, exprimer la probabilité, nuancer leurs affirmations et relier plusieurs idées, tout en mobilisant progressivement les compétences linguistiques du niveau B1.
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Staying connected – keeping up with friends, family, and communities.
Sharing life moments – posting photos, videos, and stories of personal milestones or everyday life.
Entertainment – watching Reels, memes, funny videos, and viral content.
Inspiration – exploring fashion, design, travel, fitness, recipes, and creative ideas.
Networking – connecting with people in their field, finding collaborations or business opportunities.
Brand building – showcasing a personal or professional brand to grow visibility.
Shopping & discovery – finding new products, services, and small businesses through posts and ads.
Education – following accounts that share tips, tutorials, and bite-sized knowledge.
Self-expression – experimenting with photography, video, and aesthetic styles.
Community & belonging – joining niche interest groups and fandoms, feeling part of a larger conversation.
News & trends – staying updated on events, pop culture, and trending topics.
Promotion – marketing products, services, events, or causes to a wider audience.
Escapism – scrolling as a way to relax or take a mental break.
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Do you post pictures of yourself on the internet ? Why (not) ? Yes I do because...
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Access this full article that suggests various poses for Instagram selfies : https://cappuccinoandfashion.com/instagram-poses-ideas/
This blog post shares many ideas for Instagram photo poses. It is for people who want inspiration for their pictures, whether they are influencers, fashion bloggers, or just taking casual photos. The author explains that it took her time to feel confident in front of the camera, and that people should not stress too much about getting the “perfect” shot. The most important thing is to have fun and try different poses.
The list contains 47 different ideas. Many of them use simple movements or props (objects) to make the photo more interesting. Examples of props are handbags, hats, flowers, sunglasses, coffee cups, or even a mirror. Some poses are sitting down, some are standing, and others are in motion.
Some popular examples include:
Mirror selfie sitting down – Sit in front of a mirror with one leg forward and take the photo.
Fling that handbag – Move your bag to add motion to the picture.
Hand on hip – A quick, confident pose.
Head down – Good for showing off a hat.
Walking away street pose – Act like you are walking away for a natural look.
Leaning on a wall or door – A relaxed position.
Crossing your legs – A classic, elegant pose.
Looking over your shoulder – Adds mystery.
Playing with your hair – Adds movement and softness.
Smiling naturally – Sometimes the simplest poses work best.
Other ideas focus on fun and movement, such as:
Kick one leg up
Throw your hands in the air
Fling your skirt or coat
Hair in the wind
Upside‑down pose – For example, lying on a bed with legs up.
The author also suggests location ideas: sitting on stairs, on a bench, or in the street. Doors, mirrors, and outdoor spaces can give extra style to your images.
The main advice is:
Try many different poses to see which ones feel natural.
Use props to make your pictures more creative.
Add movement to make photos look alive.
Relax and enjoy the process.
In short, these 47 ideas give many possibilities for creating interesting Instagram pictures. By mixing poses, props, and movement, anyone can make their photos more attractive and unique.
FROM SELFIES TO FASHION AND BULLYING
0'00 : In modern society, images are everywhere. Photography, videos, and online pictures have become part of our daily lives. Thanks to new technologies, it is now easy to create and share our own portraits with anyone in the world.
0'18 : Fashion also plays a role in self‑expression: the way we dress can reveal something about our personality and identity.
However, these tools can be misused. Young people sometimes use social media and digital images to make fun of or embarrass others, which can harm relationships and reputations.
0'38 : The self‑portrait is not a new art form, but it has gained new popularity with the rise of selfies. People take pictures of themselves everywhere, often with a smartphone, and post them online. This has made self‑representation an ordinary part of life.
0'54 : Many great artists have also worked with self‑portraits — in the USA and UK, painters like Norman Rockwell, William Hogarth, J. M. W. Turner, and Andy Warhol used the genre to explore identity in their own way.
1'08 : A selfie is a digital self‑portrait, usually taken at arm’s length. In the last twenty years, the spread of social networks like Facebook and Instagram has made selfies extremely common, especially among young people. Selfies allow users to choose how they present themselves, often in a flattering way, and they can quickly share these images with others. This can create a feeling of community.
1'30 : Yet, research shows that selfies can also damage real‑life relationships. Humorous or edited photos might be mistaken for reality. Social media also pushes people to fit a certain model or trend, which can lead to uniformity and loss of individuality.
1'48 : In the past, clothing styles were closely linked to social class and economic position. People’s outfits clearly indicated their status and role in society. In the 1960s, a big change came with ready‑to‑wear fashion, which made clothing cheaper and more accessible. Since then, fashion has been both a personal choice and a social signal.
2'11 : Today, style can still influence how others see us. Social groups often have their own codes of dress, and people may feel pressure to match them. Stereotypes can lead to rejection of those who do not follow the norm. Social media reinforces these pressures by rewarding certain appearances and trends, while making others invisible.
2'31 : Bullying happens when someone uses threats, insults, or physical aggression to dominate or hurt others. It often targets people because of differences — such as social background, physical appearance, sexual orientation, or religion — but anyone can be a victim. Bullying can be repeated over time and have serious emotional consequences.
2'50 : Cyberbullying is bullying that happens online or through digital devices. This can include sending threatening messages, posting humiliating photos, or spreading false information.
On social media, anonymous users may post lies or hurtful comments that damage a person’s reputation. In the UK, studies show that one in three young people have experienced cyberbullying.
Victims are encouraged to talk to adults, avoid responding to harmful content, and block the people involved. Schools, families, and social networks all have a role to play in protecting individuals and promoting respectful online behaviour.
William Hogarth (1745)
This is Hogarth’s informal self-portrait, seated beside his pet pug named Trump.
The painting was completed in 1745, although work first began in the 1730s.
It originally included formal attire that was later replaced with more relaxed clothing.
William Turner (1799)
Painted himself at an important stage in his career, aiming to mark a personal milestone. By this time, Turner was already recognised as a skilled and ambitious artist.
It presents a full face-on half-length view of the fresh-faced young artist, looking directly out at the viewer.
The Romanticised and idealised view of Turner shows him as a prosperous Georgian gentleman, befitting his success and status, with the collar of his dark coat turned up.
Norman Rockwell (1960)
Triple Self-Portrait is an oil painting by American illustrator Norman Rockwell created for the cover of the February 13, 1960, edition of The Saturday Evening Post.
On the canvas in front of the illustrator is an unfinished sketch of himself in his idealized art style. On the right side of the canvas Rockwell pinned self-portraits by Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, Vincent van Gogh, and Picasso. A piece of paper with sketches sits on the left.
In total, there are seven self-portraits depicted in the work.
Andy Warhol (1967)
This self-portrait is a classic example of Pop Art — bold, flat colours; repetition; mass‑production aesthetic
Warhol shows himself with his hand raised to his mouth in a reflective, almost secretive gesture.
This is part of a multi‑panel series where the same image is repeated in different colour combinations.
The repetition and colour shifts highlight Warhol’s interest in celebrity, self‑image, and mass reproduction.
The finger‑to‑lips gesture may suggest mystery, self‑protection, or a guarded identity — a recurring theme in Warhol’s work, as he was both a public figure and a very private person.
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Practice and study – using themselves as the most available model to refine technique.
Experimentation – trying new styles, lighting, or materials without relying on a sitter.
Self-promotion – showcasing their skill and image to potential patrons or clients.
Identity exploration – reflecting on who they are, their emotions, and their place in society.
Autonomy – being in full control of pose, timing, and expression.
Legacy – leaving a visual record of how they looked at a certain age or period.
Psychological expression – revealing moods, struggles, or inner states that might not be visible otherwise.
Symbolism – embedding hidden messages, status symbols, or allegories about the artist’s life.
Economic reasons – saving money by not paying for a model.
Playfulness and wit – inserting themselves humorously or cleverly into their work.
Exploring mortality – confronting aging or death (especially in late self-portraits).
Cultural statement – asserting their role as an intellectual, not just a craftsman (especially during the Renaissance).
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Today, people use Instagram and social media to show their lives WHEREAS artists SOMETIMES use self-portraits to show their skills.
Aujourd’hui, les gens utilisent Instagram et les réseaux sociaux pour montrer leur vie, tandis que les artistes utilisent parfois l’autoportrait pour montrer leur savoir-faire.
Artists use self portraits to explore their identity. SIMLARLY, people use selfies on Instagram to show different facets of their identity.
Les artistes se servent de l’autoportrait pour explorer leur identité. De même, les gens utilisent les selfies sur Instagram pour montrer différentes facettes de leur identité.
People use often Instagram for self-promotion AND SO DO SOME artists when they do self-portraits.
Les gens utilisent souvent Instagram pour se mettre en avant, et certains artistes font de même lorsqu’ils réalisent des autoportraits.
People take selfies so they control their image and IN THE SAME WAY artists do self-portaits to control their self-image.
Les gens prennent des selfies pour contrôler leur image et, de la même façon, les artistes font des autoportraits pour maîtriser l’image qu’ils donnent d’eux-mêmes.
