During adolescence, the Internet is mainly used for purposes of socialization. Non-verbal elements limit online communication, thus leading to widespread use emotional resources. It would be preferable if virtual interaction did not reduce quality person-to-person contacts, particularly thanks adoption netiquette (respectful treatment others online). Phubbing, tendency check one’s mobile phone ...

a r t i c l e i n f o While cyberbullying shares characteristics with face-to-face bullying, there is a uniqueness of online interaction that makes it more pervasive and the impact longer-lasting. Cyberbullying should be understood within a broader context of online activities and how adolescents perceive of what is permissible in the online space. This study investigated the relationship betwe...

This paper argues that the Internet is changing our culture and particularly that of the Net Generation those who are growing up using the Internet. A review of the literature identifies the key values attributed to Internet culture. It is argued that if the Internet is stimulating cultural change this is more likely to occur in younger Internet users. Data from the 10 GVU WWW Survey (Graphic, ...

Introduction What is the purpose of using email? Advantages of using email Reducing stress Cultural differences How can email be used for constructing, building knowledge, directing and guiding learners? Education a dynamic process A practical example of another online forum Personalised emails vs. discussion lists Advanced learners Anonymity Assumptions & good writing strategies What are the m...

This paper is concerned with identifying ways of facilitating "meaningful disagreement" amongst students in interprofessional online discussion forums. It builds on previous research that identified a trend toward polite agreement and only limited evidence of disagreement in this setting. Given the suggestion that disagreement indicates a deeper level of engagement in group discussion and there...