Use of networks for students of university institute of technology state Trujillo

Abstract

The present investigation was to determine the use of social networks by students of National Training Programmes (PNF) Electrical, Civil and Administrative Institute of Technology located Beatriz Trujillo State, located in the parish Beatrix, Municipality Valera, Trujillo state. In this study, descriptive research was employed to design field. The population formed in (1843) students, taking a sample of one hundred thirty four (134), using a questionnaire of twenty (27) items. The validity of the instrument was performed using expert judgment and reliability through Cronbach Alpha coefficient resulting 0.9752 to be very high. By applying the questionnaire, the results indicate as most connected , known and enrolled in a social network, use it as a socialization / hobby with friends and classmates , usually connecting from home at least once a day , dedicating at least 30 to 60 minutes, where networks are the most used Facebook and Twitter. Considered should give use as a teaching resource , which affects academic performance, Well thanks to the continued and effective use of social networking students have the opportunity to acquire important skills in using these to learn and communicate , just as some recommendations are made.