In our daily lives, we don't have much time for social contact unfortunately. Facebook is a substitute for this. I love finding out what people dear to me are doing, and responding to them, and kind of socialising with them in the virtual world. I have used Facebook with my students, but only for sharing information.
According to digizen.org, the activities listed below are some of the most popular that learners become involved in while using social networking sites.
Communicating with existing networks, making and developing friendships/contacts
Represent themselves online, create and develop an online presence
Viewing content/finding information
Creating and customising profiles
Authoring and uploading content
Adding and sharing content
Posting messages – public & private
Collaborating with other people
Micro-blogging is a Web service that allows users to post brief text updates or links to media such as photos. I have found out in this module that Twitter is a micro-blogging service although I have had a Twitter account for some time now.....
I believe that Micro-blogging is useful for reporting breaking news, or some controversial issues. Also, at a personal level, it helps us to socialize.....Unfortunately no time is left to socialize in real life due to our hectic lifestyles.
When it comes to using SNSs for educational purposes, I admit that I have got a long way to go.... First I need to rationalize it within myself, and feel comfortable, and then..... I will try.
Thank you for blogging frequently during your time on the course :) I guess it may be time to try out wikis again :) Good luck and keep up the excellent work after the course :)
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