Reza Alipour - Researcher, telecommunication systems specialist, Islamic Republic of Iran

This research shows that based on the quantitative data presented and the qualitative information ob-tained from different groups, the useful use of the Internet, messaging services and simple information services is related to informal learning. The purpose of this research is to investigate the digital ways of leisure and socialization of young people and their informal learning. The current method of statistical community research is sampling and virtual space tools, validation and final review and diagnostic analysis that examines messengers and social networks as informal learning tools, the findings are: the obtained data In the present study, general considerations about the Internet, instant messages, simple notification service and photography. The result is that learning takes place in informal contexts (mainly self-taught or with the help of relatives). And the allocation of these technologies is related to the needs and interests of teenagers. Therefore, the use of the Internet, especially messengers and social networks, revolves around daily and close social circles outside the family (friends) and has a suitable place for informal education.

Learning, using the Internet, entertainment, learning tools