Qualitative Learning Environment
Computer science faculty today face many pressures to integrate collaborative and cooperative learning approaches in courses, increase active participation
by students in classes, and increase the participation of under-represented
groups in computing. The pressures are many and varied and derive from many sources, such as the emphasis on team work.
Kevin,
You are right. Many students know and use these social media platforms. There are times when the instructors are behind in technology!
Shelly Crider
How about integrating social media such as Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, etc?
Many students know these platforms, and more come out all the time. These tools are already optimized for their ease of use in facilitating communication using a variety of media.
This does have its drawbacks, but students will likely use them whether part of a course or not.
Anita,
Having extra links in your courses is helpful with participation.
Shelly Crider
