Adult learners’ perceptions of using social networking tools in their learning Processes
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2016Author
Ochola, Elizabeth
Omollo, Dorothy
Basweti, Norbert
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Social networks are increasingly gaining importance in higher education by offering learners opportunity to
virtually interact with colleagues and lecturers. The ability to leverage Social Networking Sites (SNS) for
meaningful learning activities has the p
otential to benefit the modern adult learner who has to balance a
career, family obligations, and the goals of attending college. This paper is a case study that highlights the use
of Google Plus and Whatsup in the learning processes of MBA students at the
University of Nairobi. The
participants of this study were drawn from the MBA evening class of 500 students between ages 19 and49
years. The research used a single quantitative and qualitative case study approach
to explore the benefits
associated with in
corporating social networking functionalities within an adult’s learning experience; the
preferred social networking sites and why
?
Adult learners
experiences in utilizing social networking services;
the pros and cons of using the social networks in learning. The findings reveal positive uptake with a few
challenges including: computer illiteracy, resistance to new technology, concerns for privacy a
nd information
overload from lecturers’ posts.
Citation
Ochola, Elizabeth, Dorothy Omollo, and Norbert Basweti. "Adult Learners’ Perceptions Of Using Social Networking Tools In Their Learning Processes." International Journal for Innovation Education and Research 4.2 (2016).Publisher
University of Nairobi
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