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My Wednesday Workshop on Twitter for educators. Covers the basics of getting started with Twitter
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What is Twitter?
Twitter is a ‘microblogging’ site Posts are 140 characters or less Global & Real Time Not just celebrity gossip! Twitter in 60 Seconds
Why Twitter? Global collaboration with educators around the world.
Connect with educators in your field.
Share resources.
Learn about conferences and other PD opportunities.
Keep up with changing education trends.
Getting Started:Setting Up Your Account
Twitter.com Underneath the sign in box is a section for setting up new accounts - enter your information and click Sign Up For Twitter
Fill In Your Information
Set Up Your Profile
A completed profile gives you more credibility and lets people know your interests
Helps gain followers
Change your picture!
Use your name
Make tweets public
Congrats!You now have a Twitter account!
Twitter Terminology
Twitter - the name of the service Tweets - messages of 140 characters or less sent via Twitter @ - Refers to a specific user - Ex: @geekyteach Feed - Your constantly updating list of tweets
Twitter Terminology
# - Hashtag - a hashtag is a word or phrase preceded by the # symbol. It allows for aggregating tweets by topic - Ex: #edchat Reply - responding directly to a person by preceding your tweet with their username
Twitter Terminology
RT - a retweet - sharing another user’s tweet with your followers MT - modified retweet - a RT that you have modified or edited DM - direct message - you can only DM someone you follow - private messages between users
Got It! What’s Next?
Follow people! Look for fellow educators to follow - like the people in this workshop! See who other people follow People with large numbers of followers usually have high quality tweets
Educators To Follow
Follow me! @geekyteach 101 Great Twitter Accounts For Teachers Top 10 Twitter Accounts to Follow for EdTech
Follow Friday Each Friday, many educators participate in Follow Friday.
Using the hashtag #ff they tweet the names of their favorite Twitter folks.
These are usually good people to follow.
Education Hashtags
Hashtags are a great way to find information on a specific topic. Here’s a great list of educational hashtags.
Twitter Chats are a great way to talk in real time with other educators on a specific topic.
Join The Conversation
Chat? What’s That?
Twitter chats are scheduled discussions on specific topics Usually held on a specific day and/or time Read and participate in chats using their hashtag Twitter Chat Guide
How Do I Find A Chat?
@Cybraryman1 has a huge list of Twitter chats for educators. Check it out!
Twitter As Backchannel
A backchannel is a conversation happening simultaneously with an event Twitter is a popular backchannel tool at conferences Find hashtag for events and join in the conversation Great way to learn about what’s happening in other sessions
Tools For Twitter
Tweetdeck One of the most popular clients Organize with multiple columns
Tools For Twitter
Twitter App Access your Twitter feed using your iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch
Tools For Twitter
Twitter App Access your Twitter feed on Android devices
Twitter Tips
If you have time for Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, etc. you have time for Twitter!
I Don’t Have Time For Twitter
It’s ok to lurk for a while! Follow interesting people and see what they are posting about. You can start tweeting whenever you are comfortable.
I’m Not Sure What To Post
You can gain followers by tweeting interesting, relevant posts. Join in conversations. Talk to individual users.
How Do I Get More Followers?
As often as you are comfortable with. I tend to post more often when I am at conferences and sharing ideas and tips.
How Often Should I Tweet?
YES! As a professional on Twitter you are taken much more seriously if you are using your real name and have public tweets. Just remember that this is your PROFESSIONAL account. Keep your posts education related. This is not Facebook, we don’t need to know what you ate for dinner.
Is It OK To Use My Name/Have Public Tweets?
Twitter is a great way to meet fellow educators. Enjoy the conversations and make new friends!
Have Fun!
