University of Glasgow
College of Science & Engineering
Virtual Vs Physical networking
Surveys highlight fact that most students utilise social networks at least once p/day
Students like 24/7 collaboration
Social networks provide the feeling of an equal voice
Useful for non-native English speakers
No waiting to ask question (weekly lag)
Facebook group models
Peer support environment
Natural apprehension about possible inflammatory remarks etc
Posting of photos of work etc - positive peer assistant
Building relationships online which helped offline relationships in class scenario
MOODLE Vs. FACEBOOK
Comparison between Moodle and Facebook - classroom vs. student union
- Facebook - 2237 comments
- Moodle - 12 comments
Low stakes implementation
Offensive messages can be posted online, offline .....anywhere
Using Facebook to build face to face relationships - it works!
Utilising settings properly should be at the heart of Facebook implementation
- Lorna Love
- Sarah Honeychurch
lorna.love@glasgow.ac.uk
sarah.honeychurch@glasgow.ac.uk
