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Using Social Networking in Education

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Most people would probably assume that today social networking and education are now pretty interrelated. Social networking platforms are part of mainstream culture. who have internet access use social networking technologies for blogging, chatting, online communities and more.

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Alternatives to Facebook Groups

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Should you be using Facebook Groups to supplement your online course? Recently one of the more common questions I have seen asked of us is whether there are any alternatives to using Facebook Groups for the community portion of an online course. Why do we use Facebook Groups for course community building?

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6 Social Media Platforms, and How to Use Them for Your E-Learning

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That said, not every social media platform works the same way, and your first step in determining if it’s right for you probably involves a closer look at the options available. Here’s a quick guide through the top six social networks, and how you can use them as part of your online course. Create a course group.

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Pros and Cons of Facebook Groups for Your Business

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Facebook Groups have risen in popularity recently. I don’t know about you, but recently I have seen a meteoric rise in the number of companies that are using Facebook Groups for customer community building. If you’re interested you can join the LearnDash Facebook group here. PROs to Using Facebook Groups.

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5 MOOC Building Platforms

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The software enables you to add video and have discussions in a built in forum. Some downsides are that it does require some technical skills to get going, and it doesn’t allow for integration of social networks. Content can be access online from a desktop, tablet, or smartphone. They even have a badges system.

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More than just a pretty face

E-Learning Provocateur

For example, one task may be to apply a principle to your current project, while the next task is to share your reflection of doing so on the enterprise social network; thereby facilitating not only metacognition and expert feedback, but also peer-to-peer knowledge sharing.

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What to Consider When Choosing a WordPress Membership Plugin

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Forum or social networking site. Some membership plugins have specific features that help you manage forums or other social networking functions. Want to be able to link your membership plugin with your favorite email service, like MailChimp or Constant Contact? Find out if that’s an option.