The role of social networks in students’ learning experiences

Liccardi, I., Ounnas, A., Pau, R., Massey, E., Kinnumen, P., Lewthwaite, S., Midy, M. A. and Sakar, C. (2007) The role of social networks in students’ learning experiences. ACM SIGCSE Bulletin (December Issue) . pp. 224-237.

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Abstract

The aim of this research is to investigate the role of social networks in computer science education. The Internet shows great potential for enhancing collaboration between people and the role of social software has become increasingly relevant in recent years. This research focuses on analyzing the role that social networks play in students’ learning experiences. The construction of students’ social networks, the evolution of these networks, and their effects on the students’ learning experience in a university environment are examined.

Item Type:	Article
Creator/Authors:	Ilaria Liccardi Asma Ounnas Reena Pau Elizabeth Massey Paivi Kinnumen Sarah Lewthwaite Marie-Anne Midy Chandan Sakar
Keywords:	Social network, computer science education, student experience, higher education, learning process.
Research Group:	Old ECS Groups > Learning Societies Lab
Date:	December 2007
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Citations:	Google Scholar: 25
Downloads (2010):	113
ID Code:	14907
Last Modified:	23 Sep 2011 10:35
Deposited On:	28 Nov 2007 11:14 by Liccardi, Ilaria

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• Working Group Proposal – The impact of social networks on students’ learning experience. (deposited 16 Mar 2007)

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