Social Media in Education Challenges

The webinar discusses the integration of social media in classrooms, focusing on legal aspects, best practices, and real-life examples. Namita Brown shares insights on how educators can navigate the challenges of using social media as an educational tool while maintaining legal compliance and promoting digital citizenship. The session also includes a Q&A segment addressing audience concerns.

Who is the main speaker in the webinar discussing Facebook and social media in classrooms?

• John Doe

• Namita Brown

• Sarah Lee

• Michael Smith

What is the role of Namita Brown in the context of the webinar?

• A technology developer

• A school principal

• A legal expert

• A student

What is one of the main challenges of integrating social media in education?

• Lack of internet access

• Limited student interest

• Legal and ethical considerations

• High cost of technology

What is a potential benefit of using social media in classrooms?

• Increased student engagement

• Less teacher control

• More distractions

• Higher costs

In the discussed case, what was the main issue with the teacher's online conduct?

• Posting educational content

• Ignoring student messages

• Sharing school resources

• Engaging in inappropriate online behavior

What should schools consider when implementing social media policies?

• Ignoring legal advice

• Restricting all online activities

• Balancing legal soundness with digital citizenship

• Focusing only on technology

What is recommended for teachers to maintain professionalism online?

• Only use email for communication

• Have separate professional and personal profiles

• Avoid using social media

• Use a single social media account

Why is it important for teachers to have separate social media profiles?

• To confuse students

• To maintain privacy and professionalism

• To increase followers

• To avoid using social media

What is a key takeaway from the webinar regarding digital citizenship?

• Focus solely on academic content

• Avoid all forms of social media

• Embrace technology without guidelines

• Educate students and teachers on responsible use

What resource is suggested for further information on digital citizenship?

• Local library

• Common Sense Media website

• Social media platforms

• School textbooks