TikTok, a popular video platform, is a great tool for
teachers to use. It's an easy and convenient way to deliver content to
students, and it allows educators to connect with their peers.
While TikTok has been criticized for its recent videos that
have been controversial, the company has been taking steps to address this
issue. For example, it recently developed new privacy settings, which allow
parents to restrict the access to their children's accounts. In addition, it
has worked with public figures and professional organizations to encourage the
creation of educational content on the platform.
In April, TikTok launched a campaign called #LearnOnTikTok,
which has over a billion views. The hashtag has been used by educators,
publishers, and other influential personalities to share educational content.
This initiative helps educators combat the spread of fake news and false facts.
The idea is that the platform will help users discover the
world through the content they find. One study shows that the average student
spends 82 minutes a day using the TikTok app. That means that teachers are
likely to see students using the platform outside of class.
TikTok is not an alternative to traditional education, but
it can play a role. By encouraging users to create their own videos, TikTok is
providing learners with a platform for creative expression. Some teachers, such
as Claudine James, are using the app to teach their students. She uses the app
to teach her students about vocabulary, and it has helped her boost her class'
engagement.
Other teachers, such as Winnie Sloan, a high school science
teacher, use the app to provide lessons. She also posts her lessons on
Instagram.
Another teacher, Rebekah Poe, a sixth grade special education
teacher in Alabama, uses TikTok to help alleviate stress associated with word
problems. She asks her students to post their video to the app and provides
feedback. These videos are usually quick and lighthearted, and the platform
offers a way for students to learn while being entertained.
As a result of TikTok's educational content, the company is
gaining more credibility and reaching more students. For instance, a recent
survey found that ninety-one percent of students viewed TikTok videos
positively. However, a number of teachers have banned the app from the
classroom.
Educators can't stop using TikTok, but they can be careful
in how they use the platform. Many educators use the #TeachersOfTikTok hashtag
to share content from their own account.
The popularity of TikTok is a good indicator of the growing
interest in microlearning. Research indicates that short-form learning is more
effective than traditional courses, as it breaks topics into manageable chunks.
According to one survey, Gen Z is very interested in climate change and
affordable health care. They are also concerned with social justice issues,
like racial equality.