Article 1 : Exploiting the power of social

networking sites

Article 2: Social software and participatory

learning: Pedagogical choices with technology affordances in the Web 2.0 era

Strengths of article 1

Positive impact of social networking sites in developing countries Small businesses in developing countries have greater access to capital Distance barrier can be eliminated for students Social networking model is better than nothing at all, in medicine Can be used as a platform to send messages in support of public health Can be used for mobilisation as well as promoting certain causes/issues Have numerous benefits for job recruitment

Strengths of article 2

Web 2.0 enables members actively contribute and shape content Growing interest across all sectors of education Potential for addressing needs of todays diverse students. Enhance learning experience Social interaction and collaboration remixability of individuals Pedagogical tools used for sharing ,communication and discover information Range of choices to individuals to suit needs and goals Learners control over learning process Develop critical thinking Helpful for job recruitment

Weaknesses of article 1
Physically

isolation from engaging with people on a physical personal level business, meeting in person can be considered better than hosting a virtual meeting real communications within family members at home. via objects can engender loneliness, anxiety, and disassociation.

In

Decrease in

Communicating

Weaknesses of article 2
Need

for careful planning

Develop

detailed understanding of web 2.0 and social software tools of medium and risk of management

Limitation

Country Aspects of article 1

A critical part of social network adapted through translation to many languages. Small businesses can reach out to a larger market for potential customers in different regions Elimination of distance barrier for students. Bridge barrier with a qualified doctor in some areas in developing countries

Country Aspects of article 2

Multiple carrier paths

Re-skilling and flexible working hours Support for conversational interaction and social feedback

Used for mobilization throughout the country

Audience Aspects of article 1

Students : Pedagogical tools for learning, sharing and discovering information Teachers : Coordinating and communicating to learners Educational Authorities: Views on what education is and new trends in education Individuals: Social Interactions between existing contacts and establishing new relationships

Audience Aspects of article 2

Small

business people : communicate with customers practitioners : provide diagnosis : establish relationships with candidates

Medical

Recruiters

Comparative Analysis of both articles

Article 1
Development in various fields

Article 2
Development in educational field Use of social networking for teaching and learning

General use of social networking

Professionals, teachers and students

Teachers and students

Implications for Mauritius

How can these reports/ articles be applied locally?

Students and teachers in learning and teaching process Means of social interaction/communication among friends and relatives Building new relationships via social networking sites Small businesses (like smido) can target larger market for potential customers in different regions.

To support public health and behavioral change campaigns and to inform about public emergencies. Can be used for electoral campaign without polluting our country with banners. Can be used for job recruitment

To bridge generation gap with the developed world.

Implications for Mauritius

Constraints

Investment in information systems in schools Teachers should be computer literate Facilities should be provided to students and teachers to get access to internet and computer system High price of internet connection, at slow speed. Many people have limited or no access to the internet. Structural barriers to poor people accessing and using information Online platform used for unethical use

Implications for Mauritius

Opportunities
Learner can learn at their own pace Sharing new ideas and reflections with colleagues and students both within and beyond institutional walls. Provide creative ways to recruit, engage, connect and retain employees Facilitate strategic knowledge sharing across organizations and government agencies. Can improve talent management, performance and service to customers

Conclusion
Social Networking
More commonly used nowadays Use in education ,career and social interaction Enhance and improve learning and produce innovative teaching methods Shares ideas, reflections and knowledge Costly and lots of investment by Government

References
Article 1:
http://www.mutakwa.com/blog/?p=77

Article 2:
http://www.dlcubc.ca/wordpress_dlc_mu/educ500/files/2011/ 07/mcloughlin.pdf