Using Reddit for learning is quite possible. Reddit is a social media website. This is meant to explore how Reddit can be utilized for learning. Research related to using Reddit for learning can be coordinated here. Reddit can be used for learning through Ask Me Anythings (AMA's). There are also many sub-Reddits that are directly and indirectly related to learning online and offline. Twitter can also be used to facilitate learning, teaching, and research.
Discussion questions
- What are some possible topics to learn about on Reddit?
- How can the educational parts of Reddit serve as a model for how to sustainably grow this site?
- What percentage of Reddit do you think is utilized for learning, research, and teaching?
- How does Reddit Work?
Essay questions
- How do you want to learn Reddit for learning?
- How do you utilize Reddit for learning?
Examples
Here are some examples of learning related posts on Reddit.
- Quantitative Biology and Bioinformatics minor
- I am Chris Roser, a professor studying the past, present, and future of manufacturing, and just published my first book. AMA!
- I’m Steve Horwitz, Professor of Economics at St. Lawrence University. My article, “There is No Such Thing as Trickle-Down Economics” recently made the front page of Reddit. AMA!
- Somebody wrote their master's thesis about /r/photoshopbattles!
Discussion questions
- Could individuals host open interviews on this site? Open interviews can be done on this site for learning and teaching.
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