ithin the rapid changes in technology, the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has largely influenced the way learners learn. The well-known ICT such social networks also have been widely used by learners to shape their learning. This paper will focus on web-based social learning applications by providing their theoretical background and how they used in practice through studies dealt with them. It can be concluded that through the implementation of web based social learning applications, students’ chances for learning by doing and experiences, their belief for better learning and development of learning skills with fun and enjoyment increased. Facebook, Twitter and Edmodo allow students to discuss with peers, give feedback and comment on the writing activities either synchronously or asynchronously
Helwa, H., & Helwa, S. (2017). Social Networking Sites Applications: Theory and Practice. Journal of Research in Curriculum Instruction and Educational Technology, 3(2), 45-68. doi: 10.21608/jrciet.2017.24460
MLA
Hasnaa Sabry Helwa; Shaimaa Sabry Helwa. "Social Networking Sites Applications: Theory and Practice", Journal of Research in Curriculum Instruction and Educational Technology, 3, 2, 2017, 45-68. doi: 10.21608/jrciet.2017.24460
HARVARD
Helwa, H., Helwa, S. (2017). 'Social Networking Sites Applications: Theory and Practice', Journal of Research in Curriculum Instruction and Educational Technology, 3(2), pp. 45-68. doi: 10.21608/jrciet.2017.24460
VANCOUVER
Helwa, H., Helwa, S. Social Networking Sites Applications: Theory and Practice. Journal of Research in Curriculum Instruction and Educational Technology, 2017; 3(2): 45-68. doi: 10.21608/jrciet.2017.24460
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