Facebook-

Facebook is nothing new, but is taking the world by storm. An introductory view to facebook shows that it is a social networking site, very similar to my space but slightly varied.

Facebook introduces its roles and purpose within the web 2.0 world-

1. social interaction

2. posting information

3. upload images

4. learning

Like MySpace, Facebook is coming inder much scrutiny due to its popularity. Many articles and media pieces highlight positive aspects of the sites but show the negative aspects of distraction within the workplace so also school-

http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=287544

http://bulletin.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=285796 

Facebook (and myspace) can be used to link and aide students in their learning projects. However, straying from task would be very easy so high levels of monitoring to make sure students stay on task would be needed.