Getting Started with Twitter

Developing Your PLN

What is a PLN? The WHY

So What is a PLN?

http://cybraryman.com/pln.html

Why a PLN?

24/7 PD
Connecting to Amazing Educators
Access to Resources
Staying "in the know" on the latest in education

PD in PJs

I have spent the last two Saturdays the same way. I was making banana nut waffles and growing professionally in my PJs. How you ask did I manage this? Last Saturday, I was actively following the tweets of EdCamp Tampa Bay. I jumped into a Blab, hosted by Sean Gaillard and Natalie Krayenvenger to learn…

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A Higher Chance of Becoming Great? The “Twitter” Factor

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Social Media for Educators-The What

This is an amazing for all things social media for educators:

https://social-media-for-educators.zeef.com/tyrnad

Let's Take a LOOK-The What

Need a more detailed explanation? Check out this tutorial by the fabulous @julnilsmith

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C69aEmkQp9w

Twitter in 60 Seconds

Get started with a Twitter account-The How

1. Go to https://twitter.com/signup

2. Enter info, choose "handle" (your Twitter name)

Keep it short & professional

3. Follow 5 people

4. Add your contacts

5. Add a photo and bio

Find hashtags that appeal to you and follow those tweeting to those hashtags. (IE #LeadLAP, #EdChat, #LeadUpChat, #JoyfulLeaders, #PrincipalsInAction, #NASSP)

What the #hashtag

The Teacher's Guide To Twitter | Edudemic

This teacher's guide to Twitter is designed for anyone ready to use the service or already old hat. Whatever your skill level, this should help!

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning: A Great Resource Sheet on How to Grow Your PLN on Twitter

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Blogging About The Web 2.0 Connected Classroom: Twitter In Schools-A Getting Started Guide

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