The Role of Social Media Technologies in E-Learning

Abstract

Researchers and educators continue to seek a better understanding on how rapidly evolving mobile technologies can be productively integrated into today's classroom. This chapter examines how social media technologies can be used by both students and faculty to enhance interactivity in blended and online settings. The chapter advances the viewpoint that grounding the use of social media on congruent theoretical perspectives will harness the power of social media as a productive e-learning tool. The chapter offers insights on effective use of social media as a strategy for promoting interactivity and collaborative engagement in blended and online environments.