An exploratory case study examining undergraduate accounting students' perceptions of using Twitter as a learning support tool

作者: Julia Osgerby , David Rush

DOI: 10.1016/J.IJME.2015.10.002

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摘要: At a time when social media is being increasingly used by students, there appears to be an expectation that it should also for educational purposes. The aim of this exploratory case study investigate the perceptions undergraduate accounting students using Twitter as learning support tool. literature suggests use supports range communication functions well pedagogic functions. Although have been few studies, generally positive about Twitter, whereas emerging non-educational operational aspects which provides evidence potential limitations in its use. This provided with experiences involved offered value supporting education. Overall, demonstrates relatively complex Twitter. It concluded while has some and potential, educators plan carefully context operating dynamics. As result expect unpredictability students' motivation varying

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