Some slides from my presentation at the JISC Winter Fayre 2011 about using Facebook as an alternative to a VLE.

1. The VLE you can use between classes, without ruining your appetite (for learning) Colin Maxwell Carnegie College

2. Used by 137 out of 138 students surveyed at Carnegie College Mostly used for: Playing games Keeping in touch

4. Photo sharing

8. Facebook 'cuts student drop-outs' “significant improvement in retention" "We're embracing it rather than fighting it“ “students to bond with each other, work together as a team and maintain their connection with staff.” Source: BBC News / Gloucestershire College

9. Facebook a valid educational tool, teachers told “Most schools and colleges in the UK block access to the websites” “teachers and lecturers ... may not recognise the educational potential for their students.” Source: The Guardian Online

10. VLE Facebook Features Chatroom Forum Quiz Resources Submit Assessment Wiki Blog Open to everyone

11. Hey Colin! How do you use Facebook? Announcements Events Posting assessments Sharing useful info Quizzes Peer support Backchannel

12. Sharing information with students

13. Discussions

14. Quizzes / Formative Assessment

15. Supporting students Student posts a question > Tutor replies > Professionaloffers advice >

16. Organising online classes / receiving feedback