With the rise of social media, there has been much discussion over its use in the classroom. Some people believe it has no place in the classroom while others believe it should be used by all teachers as an asset to instruction. I believe that there is a place for social media and technology in the classroom, however it has its limits. Social media should be used as an aid within the classroom, not a means for prying into one's private life. Teachers, in particular, have their own lives outside of school and there needs to be a professional boundary between the teachers and his/her students. However, social media can be used to engage students in learning and bring out their creativity in new ways. Many students prefer the newest forms of technology, so using it within the classroom will help spark their interest and make the content more relateable and more meaningful to them. Social media, such as Skype, also allows students to connect with others from all over the globe, which would be more difficult with older technology. For these few simple reasons, I think social media can be a useful and helpful aid to instruction. However, since there are differing viewpoints on the subject, what are your thoughts?
Check out this link to a really informational and fun poster that details 25 ways to use social media in the classroom!
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