Come to think of it, Facebook is not that bad a thing when it helps in connecting to peers in BECH. Facebook is now the number 1 social networking side on the net and 9/10 people will have facebook. Perhaps 7 out the 9 are super active and 2 out of 9 are a little passive with the usage.
Our Online students peer learning/ support group
Another general open group for discussion and help
Our SEGi-USQ BECH for ICT group
Our little practicum group
With all these groups formed on facebook, learning has been more interactive and more helpful. Sometimes when we are stucked and unable to continue with our assignments or perhaps thought of something interesting in the lectures, we could discuss on facebook and instantly get feedback even in the wee hours. Aside from that, networking with students all over the world gives me a broader view of learning and new knowledge too.
Teachers should really encourage the use of facebook for learning. It can be rather helpful instead of just socializing on facebook. Students can share pictures and information of learning instantly with a click. With facebook, information can be shared all over the world within seconds in just a few clicks.
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