The Impact of Social Networking Sites on Academicians: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions
Author(s): Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Sharma & Fool Singh Anare
Abstract - Social networking sites (SNS) have revolutionized the way academics communicate, collaborate, and share knowledge. This paper explores the multifaceted impact of SNS on academicians, focusing on how these platforms influence research dissemination, professional networking, pedagogical approaches, and academic productivity. While SNS offers numerous opportunities for increased visibility, collaboration, and access to diverse perspectives, challenges related to information overload, privacy concerns, and the potential for distraction also arise. By examining both the positive and negative implications of SNS usage among academicians, this paper provides insights into how these platforms may shape the future of academic practice and propose recommendations for effective and responsible use.
Keywords - Social networking sites, academicians, research dissemination, professional networking, academic productivity.
DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.26761/ijrls.11.1.2025.1817
Cite This Article As: Sharma, S.K. & Anare, F. S. (2025) The Impact of Social Networking Sites on Academicians: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 11(1) 294-297. www.ijrls.in
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Paper ID: IJRLS-1817 Page: 294-297 Publication Date: 21 March 2025