Results of Project #6

Question 1
"Do You have a facebook account?"

Results: Yes 13 No 1

Question 2
"Do You feel like facebook is a safe and secure social network for inidviduals of all ages?"

Results: Yes 9 No 5

Question 3
"In your opinion, can Facebook be used for educational purposes?"

Results: Yes 11 No 3

Question 4
"Whether or not you have a Facebook or Myspace account, do you feel like social networking can be used in a practical way in the classroom?"

Results: Yes 12 No 2

Question 5
"Do you have a Myspace account?"

Results: Yes 6 No 8

Question 6
"Do You feel like Myspace is a safe and secure social networking website?"

Results: Yes 3 No 11

Question 7
"Do you feel like Myspace could be useful in today's classroom?"

Results: Yes 3 No 11

Question 8
"Do you feel like text messaging could be used in a educational way in the classroom?"

Results: Yes 2 No 12

Question 9
"Do You feel like Youtube is a safe and secure educational resource for students of all ages?"

Results: Yes 7 No 7

Question 10
"How much time in one day do you think students of any age spend on Facebook/Myspace?"

Results: 3 or more Hours (8)
2 Hours (4)
1 Hour (2)



Summary

Out of 14 students that took the survey, I found that the results were accurate to my predictions. Most of the students had a facebook account. Most students felt that social networking can be used in an engaging way in the classroom. There was a split in the responses regarding the issue of Youtube being a safe educational website for all students. Youtube offers many educational videos and resources, however some content on Youtube may not be appropriate for all students.

I have learned from this survey that social networking can be used in the classroom. Many students feel that this can be used and be effective for today's students. How can we be the best possible teachers for this generation? Find what will engage them to learn. Modern technology and resources will do this task and will open up a brand new way to learn.