Alec Couros at BLC14 - Using Social Media in Education

The video discusses the integration of social media in education, highlighting its growing role in K-12 and higher education. It addresses challenges like blocked access and emphasizes the importance of teachers modeling responsible social media use. The video also explores the development of digital identity and citizenship, advocating for strategies like e-portfolios. It concludes with a call to action for educators to embrace social media as a teaching tool.

What is one reason mentioned for blocking social media in schools?

• To promote traditional teaching methods

• To save on electricity costs

• To encourage face-to-face interaction

• Due to bandwidth issues

How are teachers using Twitter to connect globally?

• By creating private groups

• By using hashtags like EdChat

• By sending direct messages

• By posting daily schedules

What is one benefit of using YouTube in education?

• It allows for live chat with teachers

• It helps in creating a student voice

• It provides free textbooks

• It offers virtual reality experiences

What is a key concern regarding digital identity?

• The lack of available platforms

• The difficulty of creating content

• The permanence of online posts

• The cost of maintaining an online presence

What tool is mentioned as useful for creating e-portfolios?

• Google Drive

• Microsoft Word

• Adobe Photoshop

• Slack

At what age is social media maturity typically reached?

• 15 years old

• 11 years old

• 13 years old

• 9 years old

Why is it important for teachers to model responsible social media use?

• To increase their follower count

• To ensure students are left to learn independently

• To guide students in developing a positive digital identity

• To promote the use of only one platform