Digitally Inspired Thinking: Can Social Media Lead to Deep Learning in Higher Education?

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      Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 325 Chestnut Street Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Fax: 215-625-2940; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      7
    • Education Level:
      Higher Education
      Postsecondary Education
    • Subject Terms:
      Social Media; Higher Education; Learning Processes; Student Attitudes; Teaching Methods; Retention (Psychology); Cognitive Style; Student Surveys; College Students; Outcomes of Education; Consortia; Statistical Analysis; College Faculty; Teacher Attitudes; Reflection
    • Accession Number:
      10.1080/87567555.2016.1225663
    • ISSN:
      8756-7555
    • Abstract:
      In this study, students from a variety of disciplines, who were enrolled in six courses that incorporate the use of social media, were surveyed to evaluate their perception of how the integration of social-media tools supports deep approaches to learning. Students reported that social media supports deep learning both directly and indirectly, makes learning easier, promotes long-term retention of content, and fosters a more engaging and enjoyable learning environment. These findings suggest that integration of social media into college courses can support deep approaches to learning.
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      As Provided
    • Number of References:
      40
    • Publication Date:
      2017
    • Accession Number:
      EJ1126732