THE USE OF SOCIAL NETWORKS IN ADMINISTRATION CAREER STUDENTS

Abstract

The objective of the following investigation is to know the frequency of use that the student gives to social networks from the educational perspective, as well as to deliberate the usefulness of these technological tools. A quantitative approach was used, therefore, a survey with closed questions was applied for data collection. For data processing, frequencies were used to analyze the collected data. Obviously, social networks help to obtain and exchange information about tasks, jobs, research projects, and positively influence the student's academic training. Being a widely used and practical medium in daily activities, proper use allows solving problems in the classroom. The frequency of use of social networks by students is 52.6%, referring to what they do every day, it is established that the use of social networks gives the opportunity to be connected with the same classmates and teachers, developing activities and tasks inside and outside the school or campus, and at the same time promoting collective and organized work. In addition, the student declares to be connected to the internet and social networks for two to three hours (37.2%).