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Use of Social Media to Support the Transition into Higher Education. Social resources & support systems Access to practical guidance Support for academic skills. Karen Pinney k.pinney@ucb.ac.uk. INDIVIDUALS…Together…PURPOSE…TRUST…SHARE…PRACTICE.
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Use of Social Media to Support the Transition into Higher Education • Social resources & support systems • Access to practical guidance • Support for academic skills Karen Pinney k.pinney@ucb.ac.uk
INDIVIDUALS…Together…PURPOSE…TRUST…SHARE…PRACTICE “Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and learn how to do it better as they interact regularly”(Wenger) perceived usefulness & ease of use perceived cost Vs benefit • Sharing • Support • Belongingness • Invite & introduce • Identify needs Domain Community Practice http://socialmediaforinduction.wordpress.com