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PROS & CONS OF USING SOCIAL MEDIA IN EDUCATION

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Page 1: Promotes Collaboration and Communication Skills  Broaden Technical Proficiency  Provide Problem-Solving Skills  Promotes Individual Expression

PROS & CONS OF USING SOCIAL

MEDIA IN EDUCATION

Page 2: Promotes Collaboration and Communication Skills  Broaden Technical Proficiency  Provide Problem-Solving Skills  Promotes Individual Expression

Advantages

Promotes Collaboration and Communication Skills

Broaden Technical Proficiency

Provide Problem-Solving Skills

Promotes Individual Expression

Enhances Teamwork

Page 3: Promotes Collaboration and Communication Skills  Broaden Technical Proficiency  Provide Problem-Solving Skills  Promotes Individual Expression

Advantages

Provides for Variety of Learning Tools

Enhances Teacher/Student Communication

Provides Medium for Class Information and Announcements

Boost Student Interaction

Enhance Student Engagement

Page 4: Promotes Collaboration and Communication Skills  Broaden Technical Proficiency  Provide Problem-Solving Skills  Promotes Individual Expression

Disadvantages

May Cause Distraction

Discourages Face-to-Face Communication

Prone to Overuse and Addiction

Discourages Proper Use of Grammar and Language

Page 5: Promotes Collaboration and Communication Skills  Broaden Technical Proficiency  Provide Problem-Solving Skills  Promotes Individual Expression

Disadvantages

Possible Inappropriate Relationships with Teachers & Students

Profiles Are Often Not Private

Students May View Inappropriate Materials

Hard to Prevent Cyberbullying