Twitter is a form of social media though it does not have to carry the stigma that say, Facebook might in an educational environment. Take this article on Why Twitter will Live and Facebook Will Die by Forbes Magazine. Twitter is not just a way to follow what your friends had for lunch or what movie they just saw. Think of it as your own customized newsreel. Nearly every company, publication, and organization have a Twitter account now. This means, that you can tailor your twitter account to be strictly professional, following only those users that are of a professional interest to you. In doing so, you can find great tips, ideas, and networking opportunities all in one location. Below are a few organizations that are on Twitter now: |
You can easily search for specific interests like literacy, or classroom tools like iPads or environments like centers.