Designing a Model for Informal Learning based on Social Networks (Synthesis research)

The purpose of this study is to design a model for informal learning based on social networks. This study was performed by synthesis research method. Articles were searched using the keywords informal learning, informal online learning, formal learning, and a combination of formal and informal learning in relation to social networks. To search for Persian articles, the databases of Jihad Daneshgahi, the comprehensive database of humanities, the database of national journals and the database of Noor specialized journals were used, and to search for English articles, the databases of Google Scholar, ProQuest, Science Direct and Elsevier were used. Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, 24 articles were included in the study. The analysis of the findings showed the characteristics, consequences, outcomes and implications of the combination of formal and informal learning as well as the characteristics of the model. The use of informal learning leads to the support of self-directed and lifelong learning. The combination of formal and informal learning requires an interest in learning, a perception of the need for learning, and the use of a participatory learning model. The elements of this pattern have certain properties; For example, the learner is self-directed and the director of his personal knowledge. The learning environment is flexible, personalized, and conducive to the development of creative and critical thinking. Multimedia learning content is accessible and tailored to the learner's interests. Learning activities are unpredictable and based on real interactions. Network communication is based on internal and external motivations and is based on problem solving. Qualitative evaluation is a process based on discussion. In general, the learner is the communication link of other elements.The purpose of this study is to design a model for informal learning based on social networks. This study was performed by synthesis research method. Articles were searched using the keywords informal learning, informal online learning, formal learning, and a combination of formal and informal learning in relation to social networks. To search for Persian articles, the databases of Jihad Daneshgahi, the comprehensive database of humanities, the database of national journals and the database of Noor specialized journals were used, and to search for English articles, the databases of Google Scholar, ProQuest, Science Direct and Elsevier were used. Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, 24 articles were included in the study. The analysis of the findings showed the characteristics, consequences, outcomes and implications of the combination of formal and informal learning as well as the characteristics of the model. The use of informal learning leads to the support of self-directed and lifelong learning. The combination of formal and informal learning requires an interest in learning, a perception of the need for learning, and the use of a participatory learning model. The elements of this pattern have certain properties; For example, the learner is self-directed and the director of his personal knowledge. The learning environment is flexible, personalized, and conducive to the development of creative and critical thinking. Multimedia learning content is accessible and tailored to the learner's interests. Learning activities are unpredictable and based on real interactions. Network communication is based on internal and external motivations and is based on problem solving. Qualitative evaluation is a process based on discussion. In general, the learner is the communication link of other elements.The purpose of this study is to design a model for informal learning based on social networks. This study was performed by synthesis research method. Articles were searched using the keywords informal learning, informal online learning, formal learning, and a combination of formal and informal learning in relation to social networks. To search for Persian articles, the databases of Jihad Daneshgahi, the comprehensive database of humanities, the database of national journals and the database of Noor specialized journals were used, and to search for English articles, the databases of Google Scholar, ProQuest, Science Direct and Elsevier were used. Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, 24 articles were included in the study. The analysis of the findings showed the characteristics, consequences, outcomes and implications of the combination of formal and informal learning as well as the characteristics of the model. The use of informal learning leads to the support of self-directed and lifelong learning. The combination of formal and informal learning requires an interest in learning, a perception of the need for learning, and the use of a participatory learning model. The elements of this pattern have certain properties; For example, the learner is self-directed and the director of his personal knowledge. The learning environment is flexible, personalized, and conducive to the development of creative and critical thinking. Multimedia learning content is accessible and tailored to the learner's interests. Learning activities are unpredictable and based on real interactions. Network communication is based on internal and external motivations and is based on problem solving. Qualitative evaluation is a process based on discussion. In general, the learner is the communication link of other elements.The purpose of this study is to design a model for informal learning based on social networks. This study was performed by synthesis research method. Articles were searched using the keywords informal learning, informal online learning, formal learning, and a combination of formal and informal learning in relation to social networks. To search for Persian articles, the databases of Jihad Daneshgahi, the comprehensive database of humanities, the database of national journals and the database of Noor specialized journals were used, and to search for English articles, the databases of Google Scholar, ProQuest, Science Direct and Elsevier were used. Based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, 24 articles were included in the study. The analysis of the findings showed the characteristics, consequences, outcomes and implications of the combination of formal and informal learning as well as the characteristics of the model. The use of informal learning leads to the support of self-directed and lifelong learning. The combination of formal and informal learning requires an interest in learning, a perception of the need for learning, and the use of a participatory learning model. The elements of this pattern have certain properties; For example, the learner is self-directed and the director of his personal knowledge. The learning environment is flexible, personalized, and conducive to the development of creative and critical thinking. Multimedia learning content is accessible and tailored to the learner's interests. Learning activities are unpredictable and based on real interactions. Network communication is based on internal and external motivations and is based on problem solving. Qualitative evaluation is a process based on discussion. In general, the learner is the communication link of other elements.