Social Media - So What?

Social Media - So What?

Social media is so ubiquitous now it is hard to imagine our lives without it.  As individuals we may use social media in many different ways.  Students also have very rich social media lives, and they may use social media in ways very different from their instructors.  Social media doesn’t have to be limited to a personal experience.  This handbook discusses some of the most popular social media tools and how they can be incorporated into the classroom.

Guiding Questions

  • What are the different social media sites/apps used in education?
  • How can I apply them in my classroom?
  • Where can I go to learn more?

What's in this Handbook?

  • Social Media Landscape
  • The Basics
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Other Tools to Consider
  • Professional Responsibility
  • Social Media in Nursing Professional Practice
  • Social Media Policies
  • Additional Resources and References

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