PROS & CONS OF USING SOCIAL

MEDIA IN EDUCATION

Advantages Promotes Collaboration and Communication

Skills

Broaden Technical Proficiency

Provide Problem-Solving Skills

Promotes Individual Expression

Enhances Teamwork

Advantages Provides for Variety of Learning Tools

Enhances Teacher/Student Communication

Provides Medium for Class Information and Announcements

Boost Student Interaction

Enhance Student Engagement

Disadvantages May Cause Distraction

Discourages Face-to-Face Communication

Prone to Overuse and Addiction

Discourages Proper Use of Grammar and Language

Disadvantages Possible Inappropriate Relationships with

Teachers & Students

Profiles Are Often Not Private

Students May View Inappropriate Materials

Hard to Prevent Cyberbullying