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Social media. Social media are interactive technologies that facilitate the creation, sharing and aggregation of content, ideas, interests, and other forms of expression through virtual communities and networks. [1] [2] Common features include: [2] Online platforms that enable users to create and share content and participate in social networking.
drawbacks of social media in the classroom, educators and policymakers can make informed decisions about how to best integrate these tools into the curriculum. The results of this study will also shed light on the most effective types of social media platforms and tools for enhancing learning and engagement among K-12 students.
risk of jeopardizing one’s career; social media use becom-ing an obligation, and becoming a target (Lupton, 2014). Lupton’s analysis presents a fuller, more balanced picture of online academic networking, although it is a single example and may have limitations as a result of its sam-pling. The survey was mainly circulated via social media,
The study concluded by saying that due to young people's excessive use of social media, they have high levels of anxiety, stress, fear of missing out, and hyperactivity. The more time they spend on social media, the higher the levels. Furthermore, due to time on social media, teenagers tend to feel more lonely and sad.
ce and necessity of social media in secondary education. This research has helped in understanding the pros and cons of social media implementation in classrooms and also facilitated in analyzing whether social media helps in student learning. classroom performances, competencies and academic grow. T.
Social media (for example, Twitter, Facebook) • Quick and low-cost sharing. • Capable of reaching a younger audience. • Useful for gathering potential feedback. • Does not create a lasting record. • Has potential for unauthorized use. • Lack of depth. • Difficult to track feedback. • Any audience Video • Easy to access.
The role that social media should play in education is being hotly debated in school districts across the country. The adoption of social networking for educational purposes lags behind the public's general usage because educators fear that students will be exposed to inappropriate online content, unwanted adult interactions, and bullying from peers.
This research has helped in understanding the pros and cons of social media implementation in classrooms and also facilitated in analyzing whether social media helps in student learning, classroom performances, competencies and academic grow. The qualitative study paradigm was used for this research.