Social Networks Assignment

Social networking first began in 1966 to 1967 with a small group of researchers on the internet. However, social network is the fastest growing communication via internet today. There are at least five hundred social networks online to choose from. Facebook, myspace, ning, and flickr just to name a few. Social network will be discussed through definition, content area, and criteria should be used to make a selection of it.
First of, what is social networking? Social networking is a group of individuals with the same interest. One particular social network allows a two way communication. Its on their server and not on the individuals account. In addition, it has privacy setting which is a plus for users. An example of this social network is facebook.
Second, social network should used in content areas of teaching. It is a great presentation for a professional development day at a school. In addition, it is a best way to engage students in the content area. So student to content, student to student, and student to teacher will open a new avenue to learning. However, keep in mind of legal/ethnical issues when posting on a social network. Some things to consider before starting one are age criteria, copy rights, especially student permission as well as parent permission.
Lastly, criteria should be used to make a selection of a social network. How much time does an individual want to spend on it? Another, will an individual be able to expand his or her curriculum as well as their knowledge? Also, will an individual spend his or her time on it? Moreover, is the individual willing to spend money for a social network that may benefit him or her in their teaching profession?
In all, social network have positive and negative insights. Keeping up to par with the lastest education technology can change a classroom view and spark a learning enthusiasm for the students. Also social networking is a great tool by using it wisely. Also this is a learning experience for a teacher and can be shared with colleagues. Social network impacts us for the good.