Chapter 6. Integrating Social Media into Online Education

Authors

  • Lucas John Jensen

Abstract

Chapter 6 of Library Technology Reports (vol. 55, no. 4), “Librarians as Online Course Designers and Instructors,” edited by Lucy Santos Green

The integration of the vibrant, active world of social media into online education might seem a natural fit, but it is often a difficult process. Chapter 6 of Library Technology Reports (vol. 55, no. 4), “Librarians as Online Course Designers and Instructors,” explores the instructional considerations that must be addressed before doing so, including learner preferences, building relatedness, harassment and privacy issues, and assessment challenges.

Author Biography

Lucas John Jensen

Lucas John Jensen is an assistant professor of instructional technology at Georgia Southern University. He received MEds in social science education and instructional design and development and a PhD in learning, design, and technology from the University of Georgia. He teaches courses and has conducted professional development courses and parent workshops on instructional technology, social media, and digital citizenship issues. His research focuses on video game design and educational social media use, particularly Twitter and Pinterest.

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Published

2019-05-16

Issue

Vol. 55 No. 4 (2019): May/June

Section

Chapters