Benefits of Twitter
- Many teachers already use Twitter
- Many classrooms already Tweet
- You can update from phone, tablet, or computer
- Many different apps to meet your needs
- Short character limit keeps things moving
- Up to date news and resources
Basics of Twitter
- Tweets limited to 140 characters
- Follow other users/classrooms
- Search for Hashtags to view topic or attend chats
- Set up a separate account for teacher and classroom
- Can be connected to Facebook (only have to post once)
- Can use pictures, text, or both
- Can be customized to guidelines of your district
Twitter Chat Calendar
Where to Start?
- Visit Twitter.com
- Create a personal account
- Search for grade alike/subject alike teachers and Follow their Tweets
- Search for a #hashtag that interests you
- Try an App (Twitter, Tweetdeck, Echofon, Flipboard, HootSuite)
- When ready, create a classroom account separate from personal