Social media and educational transformation

Abstract

In the digital age, education has undergone a significant transformation due to the impact of technology. This aligns with global challenges in education, driven by globalization and the demand for 21st century skills. Social media has emerged as a promising tool to improve educational quality and adjust to the changing expectations of today's students. Platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, have evolved from simple media to dynamic educational tools that encourage active participation and collaborative learning. In the context of a research project at the Faculty of Engineering and Agricultural Sciences of the National University of San Luis, Argentina, surveys were administered to teachers and students from five higher level institutions with the aim of exploring the perceptions and use of social media in teaching in general and in English teaching in particular. This study provides an empirical perspective on the possibilities of applying networks in the classroom, highlighting the advantages of their educational use as well as the associated challenges and risks, and understanding the importance of knowing the opinions of teachers and students for effective integration of these technologies in educational environments.