the use of social media at schools
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THE USE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AT SCHOOLS
What is Social Media?
Social Media: The communicationtechnologies that allow Internet users toeasily interact with other users and to shareweb content.
The use of social media in the classroom
O It is imperative that we use social media in our classrooms because sites such as Facebook, twitter, Whatsapp, and tools such as Skype are connecting students to learning opportunities in new and exciting ways.
O Social media offer a great way to enhance communication among students and teachers.
O No matter the size off your class, having all students on social media outlet brings them all together.
O Teachers can post homework, classwork, assignments through Facebook, and other social media to provide easy access for students.
Different types of social media.
O Facebook : a website where you can show information about your self and communicate with friends, family and different people. students can use it to connect with each other outside of the classroom.
O Twitter: Twitter allows you to post your ideas in just 140 characters
O YouTube: a website that allows people to show videos they have made on the internet.
O LinkedIn: LinkedIn helps people with employment via online networking. It allows you to maintain a ‘work life’ profile
We have discussed what social media is.
The important use of social media in the classroom.
The different types of social media:
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