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Teen Perceptions of Online SocialNetworking in Schools
Take charge of your thoughts.You can do what you will with them
- Plato
A Case Study on the Perceptions of High School Students Enrolled inComputer Classes at South Hills High School on the Value of Online SocialNetworks in Schools
Presented to theDepartment of Educational LeadershipAzusa Pacific UniversityBy Robert FitzgeraldAPU ID# 211416January 22, 2009Social Networking
 
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DEDICATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
 
It is with love and appreciation that I dedicate this project to my beautiful fiancéClaudine. During this project you have helped me overcome some major adversities while stillgiving me the confidence to carry on with the program.I would like to thank the administrative staff at South Hills High School for their supportand for letting me probe and prod their school in search of answers. In particular, I would like tothank Judi North my principal, who has used way to much of her precious energy in order tokeep faith in me.Lastly, I would like to thank my fellow classmates and staff at Azusa Pacific Universityfor their support. The network that we initialized on the first Saturday of the programdemonstrates a microcosm of the true power of online social networking. Social Networking
 
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ABSTRACT
The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of high school students at South HillsHigh School as it pertains to social online networking. One hundred and thirty-seven studentswere asked 20 questions using an online survey. Along with student perceptions, parents andteachers attitudes regarding social online networking were extrapolated from the information.Based on the analysis of the data collected, conclusions were drawn as to the feasibility of socialonline networks enhancing a student’s education.Social Networking
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