ERIC Number: EJ753327
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2007-Jan
Pages: 17
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I'll See You on "Facebook": The Effects of Computer-Mediated Teacher Self-Disclosure on Student Motivation, Affective Learning, and Classroom Climate
Mazer, Joseph P.; Murphy, Richard E.; Simonds, Cheri J.
Communication Education, v56 n1 p1-17 Jan 2007
This experimental study examined the effects of teacher self-disclosure via Facebook on anticipated college student motivation, affective learning, and classroom climate. Participants who accessed the Facebook website of a teacher high in self-disclosure anticipated higher levels of motivation and affective learning and a more positive classroom climate. In their responses to open-ended items, participants emphasized possible negative associations between teacher use of Facebook and teacher credibility. Participants offered recommendations for teachers regarding the use of Facebook and other weblog services. (Contains 3 tables.)
Descriptors: Student Motivation, Classroom Environment, Teacher Student Relationship, Internet, Computer Mediated Communication, College Students, Student Attitudes, Web Sites, Self Disclosure (Individuals), College Faculty, Credibility
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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