The onset of technological advancements

The onset of technological advancements

The onset of technological advancements has impacted almost every aspect of human life. The incorporation of social media in schools continues to generate mixed reactions from educators and other concerned parties. Indeed, social media in education, especially its application in a classroom setting, can help elevate the level of education in schools. According to Ferriman (2013), there has been an increase in the use of social media platforms in schools since 2012. Such a revelation demonstrates the trust educators have on the ability of these social media platforms to uplift education standards within schools. When modern learning strategies integrate technology, student-centered learning activities, and effective communication, they create a productive learning environment for students.

In their article, Boateng & Amankwaa (2016) note that social media has the power to create meaningful collaborations among students, streamline classroom communication, and boost teacher-student relationships. When educators integrate social media into their lesson plans, they expose students to real-world scenarios and experiences that are integral to the learning process (Liu, 2019). An overlooked thought is that using social media in the classroom creates an interactive environment as well as addresses the digital divide within a diverse student population. Further, social media can connect students to their lecturers, online tutors, and other students allowing for the sharing of information freely from one hierarchy to another.

There is no doubt that the incorporation of social media into the classroom setting will revolutionize how people view current learning strategies. Through these social media platforms, students can create study groups, communicate deadlines on assignments and classroom activities, and access learning materials critical to their subjects. Despite its negative impact on students, including cyberbullying, social media can offer more positives within the classroom setting.