Hi All!
While I understand the need to utilize social media, as it is prevalent in our society, with first term students there is so much on their plate. Not only are they learning a new LMS (and sometimes how to use a computer), but learning to create a time management system, getting the balance of work, home and school as well as the numerous resources the schools provide these days - I think adding social media may be overwhelming.
I also believe that as an adjunct, it is very hard to dedicate that much additional time to keep personal and work separate [on social media] when you are teaching one or two classes for two or three schools.
In theory it sounds great, but I am not sure it would work in practice for someone in my situation.
What do you all think about first term students using social media, as well as adjuncts who work for more than one school? I look forward to your thoughts.
Thanks!