NPR News: Can Social Networking Keep Students in School?
By Larry Abramson
In a story done by NPR News, February 9th, schools are setting up school-based Facebook accounts to help to retain college students. Only students of the school can gain access. The sites are built to be peer-based networking sites. The students gain access and setup their sites prior to entering the school or upon entry. The students can also see what students will be in their classes during enrollment.
One student stated that it will only work if students actively participate in it. I have to agree with her. Things work successfully when there is active participation. If a student actively participates in a class, more times than not, they will be successful. If a person actively participates in a support group, they will more than likely obtain the support needed to carry on and live successfully. This is the same concept used everyday. If you have a great support system at home and positive peer support, the same success is likely. It is all about support and active participation.
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