Social Media Tools for Learning - (Concordia University Leadership) by Kathryn Wozniak & Daniel R Tomal (Paperback)

About the Book

Tomal and Wozniak provide timely information about the uses of social media and further engage readers to critically analyze the advantages and disadvantages associated with social media.

Book Synopsis

Tomal and Wozniak provide timely information about the uses of social media and further engage readers to critically analyze the advantages and disadvantages associated with social media.

Review Quotes

Kudos to you on a very timely, detailed and necessary piece of work. I especially liked the chapters on collaboration and legal issues in using social media. The book gave me succinct examples and a roadmap for improving collaboration among all members of my own team. Every manager and educator needs to read this book and take every word to heart.

Social media is playing a critical role in education. This book is a practical resource that can be very helpful.

The authors give excellent examples of education technology as well as practical uses of the technology tools with advantages and disadvantages.

This new book is truly leading edge stuff! Comes at the right time, as we all work to engage in new and exciting ways! Dan and Katie are tops when it comes to providing timely information in a compelling way!

About the Author

Kathryn Wozniak is an Assistant Professor of Instructional Design and Technology at Concordia University Chicago. She is passionate about the design of digital learning experiences and environments for learners of all ages. She has published and presented on topics including learning technologies, social learning, meta-cognition, gamification and competence-based learning. In addition to her experience in higher education, Dr. Wozniak has extensive experience working with corporate and nonprofit clients. She teaches courses on human-computer interaction, multimedia design, and computer-supported collaborative learning.

Daniel R. Tomal is a Distinguished Professor of Leadership at Concordia University Chicago. He has published over 20 books (several with RLE) and over 200 articles studies and articles. He has testified before the United States Congress, has consulted for numerous schools and organizations, and teaches and consults in leadership and technology areas. He is a former school administrator, high school teacher, and corporate vice president. He has made guest appearances on many national and local television and radio shows such as CBS This Morning, NBC Cover to Cover, ABC, CBS This Morning, Les Brown, Joan Rivers, Chicago Talks, etc.