I was a mathematics professor at university level several years ago. At that time, the use of  social tools was not advanced as they are now, but in any case it is difficult to think that social media can be of some important help in teaching mathematics at that  level or any other levels, except in case that you use teleconference for given classes or to receive classes using foreing professors or some other similar activities, including the interaction with the students out of classes, etc.. Another thing is to use social media to study mathematics in a group. In this case the use of social media, including internet,  can be of great help to the students in order to solve problems, clarify doubts that can appear during the study of any particular topic, coordinate activities to be carried out by the group, receive examples of how to solve specific problems done by others,  etc.

Thanks a lot for your input sir Jorge!

I am not a mathematics teacher - but I studied Mathematics in my first 2 years of university. I didn't continue with it because I reached an impasse in understanding (but previously, I had always achieved high grades). If we had have had the social media tools then that we have now then I suspect I would have continued with it -- because I used to love it!  Social media tools are diverse -- but essentially, they facilitate collaboration & a diversity of pathways into understanding things. I think concept mapping tools (some of which fall into the "social media" category) might be particularly helpful in mathematics teaching

Your welcome!

Dear Jason, it is not yet too late to take Mathematics, even just as a hobby. Fermat did that and is considered as one of the best mathematician ever. Can you specify concept mapping tool?

Thank you.

I have used Youtube for assignment submission of students, to bring in transparency, continuous improvement in work and promote internal competition.

May be of use to you.

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The uses of social media and social networking for teaching and learning have increased significantly in the recent time.  Discussion forums, blogs, twitter feeds, podcasts and videocasts, wikis, 3D virtual worlds etc. are some examples for social media technologies that can be used for learning and teaching.  One of the great advantages of social media is the opportunity it provides for students to learn from each other in the content they produce. Social media provides a perfect opportunity for students to engage in critical thinking and digital literacy skills development.

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My dissertation research was not centered on math particularly but, in the literature review, I did investigate social media use within the university system and outside of the workplace. Findings indicated benefits such as new knowledge, skills, increased collaboration, and participation through information sharing using the social tools. Technology experience made a difference in ability to use social media and subsequent adoption. Students tended to appreciate having more control over their learning environments and were often more engaged. Instructors still need to provide support yet let students have more control over what/how they learn. In addition, building connections to others was important. I would add, as others have, that YouTube and Khan Academy offer snippets of video information that can supplement foundational materials and classroom interactions. I hope this is helpful.