Twitter as a Tool for Informal Science Learning

• In Event: Fairmont Roundtable Session Four
  In Roundtable Session: Critical Race Technologies, Digital Media Pedagogies, and Online Education (Table 19)

Abstract

In recent years social media has becoming integral part of modern communication. Communication on the social media platforms, such as Facebook and Twitter help users to create content and share it directly with their circle of friends or professional networks. Therefore, this study examined how the shared knowledge through tweets contributed to the informal science learning process of individuals.

Authors

• Chynar Amanova, Northern Illinois University
  Presenting Author

• Natalia Velazco Placencia, Northern Illinois University
  Presenting Author