scholarly journals University students and informational social networks: Total sceptics, dual moderates or pro-digitals

Comunicar ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (53) ◽  
pp. 61-70 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana Gavilan ◽  
Gema Martinez-Navarro ◽  
Susana Fernández-Lores
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
University Students ◽  
Social Transformation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Redes Sociales ◽  
The University ◽  
Social Empowerment ◽  
Structured Questionnaire ◽  
Competencias Digitales

The goal of the present work is to analyze the use of social networks as a tool for social empowerment by Spanish university students, and their perception of the university as an institution that contributes to the formation of a critical and active citizenship, that provides them with the relevant digital competences. The literature review shows possible discrepancies regarding the effect of new forms of digital communication in empowering young people, specially university students, as well as the existence of issues related to clarify this digital stage. Following, a typological analysis of the perception of university students regarding social information networks, social empowerment and the role of the university is presented. Using the data collected through a structured questionnaire of a sample of 236 students of social science degrees, an analysis of typologies is performed with the algorithm K Medias. Three clusters significantly different –labeled as «total sceptics», «dual moderates» and «pro-digitals»– are identified. Its prevalence and its characterization are explained: belief and behaviour profiles related to these beliefs. The paper concludes with several recommendations for future research regarding the perception of the students about the use of social networks as a tool for social transformation and the role of the university in this area. El objetivo del presente trabajo es analizar el uso de las redes sociales informativas como herramienta de empoderamiento social por los universitarios españoles, y su percepción de la universidad como institución que contribuye a la formación de una ciudadanía crítica y activa, al tiempo que les proporciona las pertinentes competencias digitales. La revisión bibliográfica evidencia posibles discrepancias respecto al efecto que tienen las nuevas formas de comunicación digital en el empoderamiento de los jóvenes y en particular de los universitarios, así como la existencia de numerosas cuestiones por aclarar en este escenario digital. A continuación se presenta un análisis tipológico de la percepción de los estudiantes universitarios respecto a las redes sociales informativas, empoderamiento social y el papel de la universidad. A partir de los datos recogidos mediante un cuestionario estructurado de una muestra de 236 estudiantes de Grados de Ciencias Sociales, se realiza un análisis de tipologías con el algoritmo K Medias. Se identifican tres tipos –etiquetados como «escépticos totales», «moderados duales» y «pro-digitales»– significativamente diferentes. Se explica su prevalencia, y su caracterización: perfiles de creencias y conducta relacionadas con dichas creencias. El trabajo concluye con diversas recomendaciones para futuras investigaciones en cuanto a la percepción del universitario sobre el uso de las redes sociales como herramienta de transformación social y el papel de la universidad.

scholarly journals El Uso de las Redes Sociales en la Educación y Promoción de la Salud. Una Experiencia de Empoderamiento Social en Nicaragua

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 439-457
Author(s):  
Juan Agustín Morón Marchena ◽  
Fernando López Noguero ◽  
David Cobos Sanchiz
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Discussion Groups ◽  
Redes Sociales ◽  
Education Experience ◽  
Education And Health ◽  
El Sistema ◽  
The University ◽  
Social Empowerment

Resumen:En este trabajo se presenta una experiencia de Educación para la Salud basada en el empoderamiento social y orientada a la mejora de las condiciones generales de salud de la población. Estuvo apoyada en redes sociales telemáticas y desarrollada, desde la Universidad, en la región de Chontales (Nicaragua). Para la investigación se han desarrollado grupos de discusión con docentes, estudiantes y líderes de opinión locales, que han colaborado activamente en diversas actividades propuestas de educación y promoción de la salud. Para el análisis de los datos se ha empleado el programa de análisis cualitativo Atlas.ti, creando previamente el sistema de categorías y posteriormente los diferentes códigos de análisis. El conjunto de conclusiones del estudio pone de manifiesto el consenso de los actores implicados sobre la utilidad y potencialidad de las redes sociales en la Educación para la Salud y el empoderamiento social, así como la necesidad y demanda explícita de una mayor formación específica y acceso a los recursos para poder conseguir un impacto social real. Abstract:This paper presents a Health Education experience based on social empowerment and aimed at improving the general health conditions of the population. It was supported in telematics social networks and developed, from the University, in the region of Chontales (Nicaragua). For the research, discussion groups have been developed with local teachers, students and opinion leaders, who have actively collaborated in various proposed education and health promotion activities. After creating the system of categories and the different codes of analysis, the qualitative analysis program Atlas.ti was used for the analysis of the data. The set of conclusions of the study shows the consensus of the actors involved on the utility and potential of social networks in Health Education and social empowerment, as well as the need and explicit demand for greater specific training and access to the required resources to achieve a real social impact.

THE ROLE OF SOCIAL NETWORKS IN THE FORMATION OF UNIVERSAL COMPETENCIES OF STUDENTS IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (77) ◽  
pp. 22-27
Author(s):  
N.S. Beilina ◽  
◽  
E.Yu. Dvoinikova
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Young People ◽  
University Students ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Extracurricular Activities ◽  
Russian Federation ◽  
Federal State ◽  
The Russian Federation ◽  
The University

The process of formation of universal competences of students in extracurricular activities of the university is considered. The leading role of the curator of the student group in the process of organizing extracurricular activities is emphasized. The competencies that modern university graduates should possess are analyzed in detail, and the Federal State Standard of the Russian Federation (3++) is considered in this regard. It is concluded that all the competencies that a modern bachelor should master correspond to the universal competencies enshrined in the Federal State Educational Standard 3++. It is noted that universal competencies are most effectively formed in extracurricular activities, since its methods and forms of work present wide opportunities for both teachers and students. Special attention is paid to the role of social networks in the formation of universal competencies of university students. The article presents the results of a survey of first-year students of the Faculty of Chemistry and Technology of Samara State Technical University, which allows us to assess the relevance of social networks among young people, as well as to identify the main features of social networks that attract young people. The relevance of the use of social networks and other information and communication technologies in the educational space of the university is noted. The most effective online technologies and forms of extracurricular work that contribute to the formation of universal competencies of university students are considered in detail. The importance of using Internet resources in extracurricular work, including social networks, when interacting with students with disabilities is emphasized. The article analyzes the experience of various universities of the Russian Federation in the application of modern forms of extracurricular activities, which were conducted online. The study of the experience of modern universities has shown that most universities in the Russian Federation transfer a fairly large amount of extracurricular activities to the Internet space, most noticeably this trend began to manifest itself in the coronavirus pandemic.

scholarly journals Impact of Entrepreneurship Competencies on Entrepreneurship Motivation among Pakistani Students: Entrepreneurship Education as Moderation

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 491-504
Author(s):  
Gohar Mahmood ◽  
Sadia Munir ◽  
Sidra Ghulam Rasool ◽  
Rubab Anum
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Entrepreneurship Education ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Entrepreneurial Education ◽  
Education Effects ◽  
The University ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Moderating Role

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between entrepreneurship competencies and entrepreneurship motivation through moderating role of entrepreneurial education in the university students of (Punjab) Pakistan. This study provides a comprehensive answer to the research question of how entrepreneurship competencies and entrepreneurial education effects the entrepreneurship motivation among university students. Design/Methodology/Approach: A survey questionnaire was used to collect data from faculty of management sciences students of different departments at various campuses in (Punjab) Pakistan. Factor analysis, reliability, and regression and correlation analysis was the techniques to analyze the links between the study variables. Findings: There is a positive significant impact of entrepreneurship competencies on entrepreneurship motivation while entrepreneurship education as a moderator. Implications/Originality/Value: At the last, this paper also presents some implications, limitations and suggestions for future research.

Examining the role of passion in university students’ academic emotions, self-regulated learning and well-being

2021 ◽  
pp. 147797142110373
Author(s):  
Anna Sverdlik ◽  
Sonia Rahimi ◽  
Robert J Vallerand
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Adult Students ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Academic Emotions ◽  
Psychological Well Being ◽  
Self Regulated Learning ◽  
Regulated Learning

University students’ passion for their studies has been previously demonstrated to be important for both their academic performance and their personal well-being. However, no studies to date have explored the role of passion for one’s studies on both academic and personal outcomes in a single model. The present research sought to determine the role of passion in adult university students’ self-regulated learning and psychological well-being (Study 1), as well as the process by which passion shapes these outcomes, namely academic emotions, in Study 2. It was hypothesised that harmonious passion would positively predict both self-regulated learning and psychological well-being in Study 1. Furthermore, the mediating role of academic emotions between passion and outcomes was tested using a prospective design over time in Study 2. Results provided support for the proposed model. Implications for future research and practice focusing on the role of passion in facilitating adaptive emotions, use of self-regulation and well-being in adult students are discussed.

scholarly journals ¿Qué opinan los universitarios sobre el uso académico de las redes sociales?

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia Abelairas-Etxebarria ◽  
Jon Mentxaka Arana
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Young People ◽  
Basque Country ◽  
Redes Sociales ◽  
The University ◽  
Pais Vasco

Hoy en día, las redes sociales son utilizadas en cualquier momento y en cualquier lugar. Entre los jóvenes, en particular, han supuesto una revolución a la hora de relacionarse. Sin embargo, dichas redes sociales tienen escasa presencia en el aula universitaria para su uso académico. Este trabajo pretende analizar el uso de las redes sociales de los estudiantes de la Facultad de Economía y Empresa de la Universidad del País Vasco/Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea. Además, se analiza la opinión de los alumnos y alumnas sobre la posibilidad de introducir las redes sociales en el aula con fines académicos. Con estos objetivos, se ha realizado una encuesta a una muestra de los estudiantes de dicha facultad donde, como principal resultado, se extrae que la gran mayoría de los estudiantes usan habitualmente las redes sociales en el ámbito personal y que están dispuestos a introducir estas redes sociales como herramienta en el aula universitaria. At the present time, social networks are used anytime and anywhere. Among young people, in particular, they have been a revolution when it comes to socializing. However, these social networks have little presence in the university classroom for an academic use. This paper aims to analyze the use of social networks of students of the Faculty of Economics and Business of the University of the Basque Country / Euskal Herriko Unibertsitatea. In addition, it analyzes the opinion of the students about the possibility of introducing social networks in the classroom for academic purposes. With these objectives a survey has been carried out on a sample of the students of said faculty where, as the main result, it is extracted that the vast majority of students routinely use social networks in the personal sphere and that they are willing to introduce these social networks as a tool in the university classroom.

scholarly journals Riesgos en Internet: el mal uso de las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación / Internet Risks: Misuse of Information and Communication Technologies

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-50
Author(s):  
Encarnación Soriano-Ayala ◽  
Adán Hermosilla-Rivera ◽  
Verónica C. Cala ◽  
Rachida Dalouh
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Redes Sociales ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Use Of Internet

ABSTRACT This work addresses the risk that adolescents face when they misuse the Internet. The results of an investigation carried out with 206 adolescents about the use of Internet, cyberbullying and sexting are presented. The results showed that parents of adolescents are unaware of their children's use of social networks, girls practice sexting more than boys, and there are more boys who practice cyberbullying in the role of executioner, while girls star in it as the victim.RESUMENEste trabajo aborda el riesgo que corren los adolescentes cuando hacen un mal uso de Internet. Se exponen los resultados de una investigación llevada a cabo con 206 adolescentes en los que se analiza el uso de Internet, el ciber acoso (ciberbullying) y el sexting. En los resultados señalamos que los padres de los chicos y las chicas adolescentes desconocen el uso que hacen sus hijos de las redes sociales, las chicas practican más el sexting que los chicos en la adolescencia, siendo el sexting una nueva forma de sexismo impulsado por las tecnologías, y son más los chicos que practican el ciberbullying en el rol de verdugo, mientras que las chicas lo protagonizan desde el papel de víctima.

scholarly journals Cyberactivism: A new form of participation for university students

Comunicar ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 24 (46) ◽  
pp. 47-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
M.-Guadalupe González-Lizárraga ◽  
María-Teresa Becerra-Traver ◽  
Mireya-Berenice Yanez-Díaz
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Young Age ◽  
Degree Programs ◽  
Digital Networks ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
Redes Sociales ◽  
Derechos Humanos ◽  
Personal Motivation ◽  
Interaction History ◽  
The University

The purpose of this article is to show the results derived from a sample of students who were enrolled in different bachelor degree programs offered by the University of Sonora in Mexico. There was a double objective for this study. First, to identify cyber activist students through the answers gathered through a questionnaire taken electronically using as inclusion criteria the presence of high and medium levels of participation and commitment in different actions undertaken in four topic areas (environment, academic, social and citizen issues, and human rights). As a second objective, and after selecting three unique cases of cyber activist students, inflexion points were determined in the activities performed by these youngsters in digital social networks. Using personal narrative as a methodological strategy, the students described how they interact with others through different digital networks. Among the first categories identified in the indepth interviews are: interaction history (use, access and availability of technology at a young age), and active participation about topics of interest in social networks (organization and the perceptions of achievements made). As main findings, there are the availability of these resources from a young age, personal motivation in participating in diverse topics, enjoyment of expressing one’s opinion freely, electronic participation as a way to commit to a cause, and not joining an organization while participating. Se presentan resultados derivados de una muestra de estudiantes que asisten a las diversas licenciaturas que ofrece la Universidad de Sonora en México. El objetivo fue doble, en un primer momento, identificar a estudiantes ciberactivistas a través de las respuestas obtenidas de un cuestionario aplicado de manera electrónica, utilizando como criterios de inclusión la presencia de puntajes medios y altos en el nivel de participación y compromiso en las diversas acciones emprendidas en cuatro temas (medio ambiente, académicos, problemas sociales y ciudadanos, y derechos humanos). En un segundo momento y a partir de la selección de tres casos únicos de estudiantes ciberactivistas, se determinaron puntos de inflexión en las actividades desarrolladas por estos jóvenes en las redes sociales digitales, utilizando como estrategia metodológica la narrativa de los propios estudiantes cuando interactúan con otros en las redes. Entre las categorías iniciales en las entrevistas en profundidad se encuentra: la historia de interacción (uso, acceso y disposición de la tecnología desde temprana edad), y la participación activa en las redes sociales sobre temas de interés (organización y percepción de logros alcanzados). Como principales hallazgos se encuentra la disposición de estos recursos desde temprana edad, la motivación personal en los diversos temas, el gusto para expresarse de manera libre, la participación electrónica como forma de comprometerse con las causas, y la no afiliación a organizaciones al participar.

The role of self-regulation in the professional choice of a personality

2021 ◽  
pp. 123-132
Author(s):  
С.А. Лысуенко
Keyword(s):  
Public Education ◽  
Young People ◽  
University Students ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
First Year ◽  
Mathematical Methods ◽  
First Year Students ◽  
The University

В статье обсуждаются вопросы, связанные с особенностями профессионального выбора выпускников общеобразовательных организаций. Представлены результаты исследования, позволяющие определить роль осознанной саморегуляции активности молодых людей, оказавшихся в ситуации профессионального выбора (на примере студентов педагогического вуза). В исследовании приняли участие 302 студента первого курса, обучающихся по направлению подготовки 44.03.01 «Педагогическое образование». В качестве инструментария были использованы методика «Мотивация учения студентов педагогического вуза» С. А. Пакулиной и М. В. Овчинникова и опросник «Стиль саморегуляции поведения» В. И. Моросановой. Данные, полученные в процессе исследования, были структурированы, обработаны и проинтерпретированы с применением математических методов. Было установлено, что студенты первого курса, совершившие при поступлении в вуз профессиональный выбор с учетом своих интересов и склонностей, обладают сформировавшейся потребностью продумывать способы своих действий и поведения для достижения намеченных целей, а план их действий отличается детализированностью и развернутостью. Также им свойственны самостоятельность при проектировании способов достижения индивидуальных целей, гибкость в случае возникновения непредвиденных обстоятельств, развитая адекватная оценка себя и полученных результатов. По итогам исследования был сделан вывод о том, что наличие сформированной системы осознанной саморегуляции произвольной активности у индивида, находящегося на этапе выбора профессии, позволяет совершить более правильный профессиональный выбор, что, в свою очередь, является одним из условий актуализации профессионально-личностного потенциала. The article discusses issues related to the peculiarities of the professional choice of graduates of public education organizations. There are results of the study presented, which allow us to determine the role of conscious self-regulation of the activity of young people who find themselves in a situation of having to make a professional choice (on the example of students of a pedagogical university). The research involved 302 first-year students studying in the field of training 44.03.01 «Pedagogical Education». As research tools, the «Motivation of teaching pedagogical university students» methodology by S.А. Pakulina and M.V. Ovchinnikov and the questionnaire «Style of self-regulation of behaviour» by V.I. Morosanova were used. The data obtained during the research were organized, processed and interpreted using mathematical methods. It was found that first-year students who, upon entering the university, made a professional choice more consciously, taking into account their interests and inclinations have a well-developed need to think through their actions and behaviour to achieve their goals and their action plan is detailed. They are also characterized by independence in designing an action plan to achieve individual goals, flexibility in the situation of unforeseen circumstances, an advanced adequate assessment of themselves and the results they achieved. As the main conclusion, the following is formulated: the possession of a developed system of conscious self-regulation of arbitrary activity in an individual who is at the stage of choosing a profession allows him to make an adequate professional choice, which, in turn, is one of the conditions for the actualization of professional and personal potential.

Digital Literacy and Competence in Students Attending a Faculty of Humanities

2013 ◽  
pp. 55-64 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Cartelli ◽  
Angela Di Nuzzo
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
University Students ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Digital Literacy ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
Short Discussion ◽  
Compulsory School ◽  
The University

In this paper the behaviors and tendencies in the use of digital technologies by university students are analyzed. After a short discussion of former studies and the presentation of the model for digital literacy structure and assessment in students attending compulsory school, the investigation carried out by the authors is described and the results obtained from the analysis of the university students’ answers is reported. The survey was submitted to 331 students in the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Cassino, Italy, and the students’ answers show a contradictory reality: on one side, digital technologies are mainly used to communicate in social networks or to play music and movies, on another side it is evident the students’ interest for the most recent aspects of the application of digital technology and for the improvement in the quality of their use.

Sign in / Sign up

Export Citation Format

Share Document