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Modeling Constructive Online Behavior | Edutopia - 12 views

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  • I model creating a positive digital footprint by making effective use of social networking and blogging. I owe my students that much -- after all, if they don't take control of their online identities, someone else will.
    • lgbeeson
      lgbeeson on 02 Mar 16
       
      This is so helpful and true, we need to model appropriate and responsible use to help guide our students properly when it comes to developing an online identity, and I don't think that so many educators should be so negative about social media when many of them do not really understand much about it at all, and only seek to demonize and limit students' access. - L. Beeson
    • minder410
      minder410 on 09 Mar 16
       
      I think this raises a good point. Someone can have an image of who you are without even a word; all they have to do is look you up on social media. I make sure that my Facebook and Instagram are appropriate in case parents or anyone searches for me. I am proud for what I put out in the social media world. I try to have a positive message and I believe others should too. M. Paul
  • More than anything else, I want students to share their passions and interests with the world.
    • lgbeeson
      lgbeeson on 02 Mar 16
       
      I hope to have a class blog that encourges collaboration helps to provide students with a positive model for understanding what appropriate and positive blogging is and how it can be use to involve others within that community, because we want to create inclusive communities to involve students and families in the thing we are doing within the classroom. I like the idea of having students blog as a component of their free writing, to share their work and knowledge with a larger audience than only within the classroom. - L. Beeson
    • jwhetzel
      jwhetzel on 04 Mar 16
       
      Sound like a great idea.  Students can learn from one another and use higher order thinking skills to comment on and evaluate others' work. J. Whetzel
  • I do not accept friend requests from students or recent graduates
    • shannon_alvarez
      shannon_alvarez on 03 Mar 16
       
      If social media isn't bad, why do we exclude students from becoming our "friends"? By excluding students from our page, aren't we inherently telling them there is something wrong with social media?
    • jwhetzel
      jwhetzel on 04 Mar 16
       
      We are protecting ourselves by creating a healthy boundary. Students need to see teachers as teachers, someone they can learn from and go to for advice and help, not as a friend. Showing students your Facebook page, models good web behavior, but maintains boundary. 
    • Kelly VandenBosche
      Kelly VandenBosche on 04 Mar 16
       
      I accept requests from graduated students. However, I do not send them requests or message them without them messaging me first. I have also carefully curated my facebook profile to be student-friendly.
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I never accept friend requests from current or former students. My private social media use is about my private life. Students should not know everything that I do outside of the school setting. C. Spina
    • juliawisniewski
      juliawisniewski on 05 Mar 16
       
      I think there is a fine line for teachers and social media. I agree that students should wait until graduation before friend requesting their teachers, and that a teacher's Facebook page should always remain student friendly! -Julia Wisniewski
    • wenwahl
      wenwahl on 05 Mar 16
       
      I have read different articles about this topic. The opinions pieces have all stated that there is a certain wisdom in drawing a line when you are in a professional position. These articles applied to many professions, not just teachers. I think there are certain relationships and situations that are exceptions though. It is for each person to make that determination. It is always a good idea to make proper content choices with what you are posting but even what you think to be proper content could be viewed in a different light  depending upon who is viewing it. (W.Kerr)
    • lgbeeson
      lgbeeson on 06 Mar 16
       
      I think that this is a personal decision that teachers need to make. The professional and ethical guidelines for teachers are quite clear. But you need to examine the example that your Facebook might be for your young students, and decide whether you feel it is appropriate to share it as as model that would make accessible for your students. If you have any concern about the way you utilize Facebook as a part of your digital and offline life, you might be better off keeping it private and not mentioning it to students. - L. Beeson
    • pilar_fradin
      pilar_fradin on 06 Mar 16
       
      I don't think my Facebook profile needs to be "student friendly" whatsoever because I am entitled to my private and personal life! We are not showing an example of Facebook being bad by not accepting our students, rather we are demonstrating how powerful privacy can be and that they should understand how to protect their privacy from certain people as well.  I love my students, I love my job, but I do not need every single corner of my life to be included in my teaching career.  I do however think our Facebook profiles need to be completely private so that only our friends can see what we post.  I have made mine so privatized that not even my friends list or location is visible to the public. -P. Fradin
    • sgtpezzer
      sgtpezzer on 14 Apr 16
       
      I agree with not becoming social media friends with current or former students.  Especially in today's climate, I personally think it could lead to some ethics questions.  I have heard that some teachers will friend their former students a few years after graduation, if the student initiates contact.  Right now, my opinion is to not friend former students, but that could change in the future. - Jason Lopez
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  • I encourage students to follow people that they genuinely admire and from whom they want to learn, not just celebrities, thereby contributing to a positive digital identity.
    • akenkelen
      akenkelen on 03 Mar 16
       
      I think this is a great point.  Adults and students should be reminded that social media tools are not just for following celebrities and athletes.  It is a real tool that can connect students to experts and organizations in the fields they are interested in.  Using social media to connect with a favorite author is not a "waste of time", but very proactive and engaging learning. - Alex Kenkelen (EDUC 611-901)
    • corso91
      corso91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      I completely agree Alex. Before this class I only used Twitter to follow celebrities and friends. I actually thought twitter was pretty useless to be honest. However, I was unaware of all the resources available on twitter. Twitter is much more than just a way to kill some times, it can lead you to actual organizations and resources online. -L. Corso
    • genevieve_kelly
      genevieve_kelly on 06 Mar 16
       
      Great point, Alex. This is exactly the mindset I had when entering this course. I had a twitter account, and only followed a handful of people, and they were mostly all celebrities. Never in a million years would I have considered using it for educational purposes. It's amazing to think how much my mind has been opened since the start of this class! When students are able to have access people who they look up to, their learning automatically becomes engaging. It's so exciting to be able to have a direction connection through twitter to people we admire and from which we can learn so much. -Genevieve Kelly
    • jcp323
      jcp323 on 07 Mar 16
       
      Alex i couldn't agree more. Too many people today get sucked into whats cool or popular today without taking the time to think about who they follow and why. It is important to give it some thought before following things randomly, i believe it makes the world of difference especially on an app like twitter - Jonathan Price 
  • Educators have an obligation to investigate and talk with students about social networking sites, some of which promote inappropriate, illicit behavior.
    • akenkelen
      akenkelen on 03 Mar 16
       
      This was my initial thought about social media and education.  The potential for inappropriate behavior is very high.  But now I realize that it would be much more effective to take preventive measures: a responsible technology use class or a frank discussion about the implications of having these accounts.  Doing this might save administrators from future incidents. - Alex Kenkelen (EDUC 611-901)
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I have discussed the use of Snapchat with my students numerous times. The students still do not seem to realize that what they post can be saved and shared forever. C. Spina
  • The technology is the easy part, though. The real challenge is producing quality content on a regular basis, and making wise use of social networking to promote one's work.
    • andreasantella
      andreasantella on 03 Mar 16
       
      This is why it is so important for students to have good examples of quality content and guidance in ways to achieve it.  They also need to be aware of why it is so important to be thoughtful about everything they post.  This profile could professionally make or break them.
    • lgbeeson
      lgbeeson on 06 Mar 16
       
      This is very true, and we certainly can share items that you want to further develop and improve, but you may want to keep that within a smaller critical audience, before posting and sharing it with the Internet at large. You want to share your best (and most thought-out) work when you are sharing it online. - L Beeson
    • epbraun
      epbraun on 08 Mar 16
       
      I think this would be the most challenging when it comes to blogs.  The format seems to be so casual that it can be difficult to determine what kind of information should make the cut.  I have also heard about blogs being a great business opportunity but it's definitely something that's lost on me! -E. Braun
  • This social networking site is often described as the "Facebook for professionals," but its potential is just as rich for students, who should use it to highlight their accomplishments and interests.
    • jwhetzel
      jwhetzel on 04 Mar 16
       
      I believe LinkedIn is great for HighSchool and College students to get their resume and accomplishments out to the professional world. I connect with college students when they ask so they can see my connections and maybe find someone they can connect to for networking. 
  • I disdain this tool, but I don't tell students not to use it. Such an authoritarian approach, however well meaning, rarely proves fruitful. Instead, I ask my students to discuss what assumptions, true or not, could be made about anybody who has an account.
    • Kelly VandenBosche
      Kelly VandenBosche on 04 Mar 16
       
      This is an incredibly student-centered and respectful approach. I think that discussion can go a long way to help students organize their thoughts and make thoughtful decisions.
  • produce engaging, high-quality content, the kind that makes them stand out not only to college admission officers, but also to potential employer
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I think that is incredibly important to educate our students how to properly use social media. I have had many incidents where students misused social media. Most of these students do not realize that these inappropriate posts can later negatively impact their lives. C. Spina
    • lgbeeson
      lgbeeson on 06 Mar 16
       
      I agree with you regarding the importance of educating students how to use social media properly, and if we can appropriately model how to use it, and share those examples with our students it will help them to become the responsible digital citizens of tomorrow. We need to ensure that they are taught how to utilize and use social media and technology properly so they are able to make educated choices about how they choose to utilize it within their own lives. - L. Beeson
    • epbraun
      epbraun on 08 Mar 16
       
      This is one of the big things I've been thinking about throughout this class.  Many of us in the class had a very narrow definition of social media before beginning the class.  Students need to be taught both what not to do and what to do.  I never knew that most of these resources existed but I'm glad I do now!  -E. Braun
  • I also ask if Snapchat can greatly enhance a positive digital footprint
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I feel that Snapchat can only negatively impact a student's digital footprint. The majority of Snapchat posts are inappropriate. C. Spina
    • corso91
      corso91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      I disagree with you here. Although some people may use snap chat in appropriate ways, I do not believe the majority of snaps are inappropriate- it all depends on the student using it. -L. Corso
    • lgbeeson
      lgbeeson on 06 Mar 16
       
      I do not use this tool, and honestly know very little about it, but clearly this is something I need to educate myself about better to be able to be an appropriate guide for students within my classroom. I know that many social media tools can be used inappropriately, so I need to know as much about the most popular and widely used tools, whether I think they are potentially useful or beneficial. This discussion has really helped me to realize that I need to learn more before I am able to appropriately guide my students in using different social media tools. - L. Beeson
    • prcammiso
      prcammiso on 06 Mar 16
       
      I disagree as well - I think snapchat has a poor reputation because of the ability to send something that might be inappropriate, but I think this only increases its allure to students. I think the majority of people sending snaps use it like twitter, but with pictures. - P. Cammiso 
    • genevieve_kelly
      genevieve_kelly on 06 Mar 16
       
      I also feel that it is possible to use snapchat educationally. It gets a bad rap. On the snap story page of this app, there are stories for different events and topics trending around the world. For example, there is currently a snap story about the Flint Water Crisis. CNN has a snapchat channel. Snapchat will send representatives to cover these events and topics so that the users of the app can view the happenings and videos first hand. Though I feel that snapchat ABSOLUTELY gets used for non-educational purposes, it's not all bad. -Genevieve Kelly
    • jwhetzel
      jwhetzel on 07 Mar 16
       
      I think the key to responsible Snapchat use is no different than any other social media tool, including email. Students need to learn that NOTHING goes away once it is on the internet. They need to see all internet communication as if they are postcards (if they even know what those are).  Jim Whetzel
  • I explain how my page makes a strong, lasting statement about who I am and what I value. I always think twice before sharing any content, and I tell students that before I hit "Post," I imagine friends or loved ones looking over my shoulder. What would they think?
    • juliawisniewski
      juliawisniewski on 05 Mar 16
       
      I think this is a really interesting way to look at Facebook from an educators perspective! I think that, through it is very important to not simply tell students Facebook is BAD and we should never use it, but rather give them tools and a better understanding of how to interact with others online! I think this activity is great for students to internalize and further understand the importance of digital citizenship online. -Julia Wisniewski
    • cmcguigan91
      cmcguigan91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      I definitely agree with you here Julia. It is important that we teach them how to use social media responsibly and to always think before posting. I do this all the time and consider whether or not what is posted could potentially offend someone or paint a bad picture of me in other peoples' eyes.  Carissa McGuigan
  • Along those lines, it has never been easier to create a blog and help make that sharing a reality. Wix and Weebly offer an array of templates with intuitive drag-and-drop options
    • juliawisniewski
      juliawisniewski on 05 Mar 16
       
      It is true, Weebly is such a user friendly site that really helps even the most beginners utilize tools! I have first started using Weebly this year and it is extremely beneficial to me! -Julia Wisniewski
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  • When it comes to creating a dynamic curriculum vitae, all students (especially seniors) should direct admission officers and potential employers to LinkedIn
    • juliawisniewski
      juliawisniewski on 05 Mar 16
       
      LinkedIn is a really wonderful platform in that it allows for students to connect to professional networks and possible employers! -Julia Wisniewski
    • pilar_fradin
      pilar_fradin on 06 Mar 16
       
      I have never found a use for LinkedIn, nor do I know anyone who has made connections or found employment through it.  Can you please offer your insight to me about how it is useful for us? I am truly curious! -P. Fradin
  • , I also ask if Snapchat can greatly enhance a positive digital footprint. The answer is usually a resounding "No," and I leave it to students to decide if they wish to register or keep their Snapchat accounts active.
    • cmcguigan91
      cmcguigan91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      I think this is a very social media app that should be addressed. I use snapchat but I am careful about what I post and don't feel that I ever abuse this tool. However, I do know that some people I follow post things that they feel is "ok" to post because it will supposedly be erased. What is posted on snapchat by these people could potentially ruin their careers in my opinion and I feel that if it is something you wouldn't post on facebook then you shouldn't post it on snapchat either. It is important to have this discussion with students too being that they likely use this app with their friends. I think it is vital that the students are aware that what they post is never truly lost and leaves a digital footprint that could potentially come back to haunt them depending on what it is that they post. I do feel that it is important to discuss the idea of a digital footprint and what it means and how it can impact your future regardless of which social media you use.  -Carissa McGuigan
  • Still, I'm a firm believer in using class time to show students my profile. I explain how my page makes a strong, lasting statement about who I am and what I value. I always think twice before sharing any content, and I tell students that before I hit "Post," I imagine friends or loved ones looking over my shoulder. What would they think?
  • I also ask if Snapchat can greatly enhance a positive digital footprint. The answer is usually a resounding "No," and I leave it to students to decide if they wish to register or keep their Snapchat accounts active.
    • cmcguigan91
      cmcguigan91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      I think that snapchat has more pros than cons.. I use snapchat but I am careful about what I post and don't feel that I ever abuse this tool. Snapchat is very popular today and I know many students at the highschool I student teach at use it. I do know that some people I follow from college and from the high school I attended will post things that they feel is "ok" to post because it will supposedly be erased. What is posted on snapchat by these people could potentially ruin their careers in my opinion and I feel that if it is something you wouldn't post on facebook then you shouldn't post it on snapchat either. It is important to have this discussion with students too being that they likely use this app with their friends. I think it is vital that the students are aware that what they post is never truly lost and leaves a digital footprint that could potentially come back to haunt them depending on what it is that they post. I do feel that it is important to discuss the idea of a digital footprint and what it means and how it can impact your future regardless of which social media you use.  Carissa McGuigan
    • paulabechaver
      paulabechaver on 06 Mar 16
       
      I believe this is a powerful question that could make many students opt out of this platform. Those who are just using it for fun would certainly not want to be thought as sneaky or as sending inappropriate messages.
  • Educators do students a tremendous disservice by demonizing Facebook, which can enhance a student's online presence and real-world prospects
    • justinbechaver
      justinbechaver on 06 Mar 16
       
      In today's day and age, I feel it is very important to harness social media in the classroom as it is part of every students life. While Facebook has its challenges, proper use and monitoring can be advantageous to students as they can form professional relationships beneficial with future endeavors. I believe we as teachers to to analyze various social media platforms in order to determine safe and effective use within school.
    • genevieve_kelly
      genevieve_kelly on 06 Mar 16
       
      This is so relevant! More than once, I have witnessed educators put down facebook to their students. Facebook is a forbidden tool in the classroom, and its use in an educational setting is so often frowned upon. While many aspects of facebook are not appropriate for school, teachers need to educate their students regarding how to use facebook in ways that are appropriate. Facebook can be useful for invaluable networking and professoinal opportunities. -Genevieve Kelly
  • It's also simple to upload multimedia content
    • shannonlowens
      shannonlowens on 06 Mar 16
       
      I had no idea LinkedIn had evolved to include this type of information.  I have always been under the impression that it was, essentially, a place to post your resume and "tag" those with whom you shared work experiences, etc.  ~S. Owens
  • We need to teach and encourage students to post original, outstanding content that will distinguish their unique identities in a sea of increasingly indistinguishable resumes -- which are going the way of the typewriter.
    • marjorierothman
      marjorierothman on 06 Mar 16
       
      Throughout graduate school, I have been posting original ideas. While I enjoy writing and reflecting on many topics, posting content is not the same as understanding information on a topic. I could post my thoughts on addition or subtraction, but that doesn't mean I would know how to add or subtract. I could post original thoughts on what I think or feel about music or art, but that does not mean that I understand the technicalities of art and music. I think it is a shame that education is going in the direction of carrying on about topics and knowing how to become graphic designers to design our opinions in a new and exciting way. Posting original and outstanding content on a website is not the same as creating an original and outstanding work of art. While I feel that it is helpful to know how to create eye-catching posts, I hope that doesn't take away from the time of students learning to become scientists, doctors, engineers, etc.
  • I don't follow current students on my Twitter handle, nor do I accept private messages from them.
    • pilar_fradin
      pilar_fradin on 06 Mar 16
       
      I have a Twitter solely for my PLN in education. I find it different than Facebook in that Facebook is solely for my private and personal life, and I like having a part of me that is separate from work.  However I think that Twitter is a great tool for education-as clearly does the author-and I am not sure why he wouldn't follow his students.  Wouldn't his following his students encourage them to post relevant and positive material? -P. Fradin
    • smithch89
      smithch89 on 06 Mar 16
       
      I chose this quote because it exemplifies how Twitter can be used to connect with causes. While a lot of people are concerned with what they personally post to Twitter, here is an example of what can come from Twitter when used appropriately. Furthermore, through the use of Twitter, students can form new relationships that they can learn from, which will impact their success.
  • I explain how Twitter has led to a long list of opportunities, relationships, and exchanges -- both online and in person -- contributing greatly to my personal and professional success
    • jcp323
      jcp323 on 07 Mar 16
       
      I think that it is important to show students quality Social Media accounts. Students need to see examples of people, places and events to follow. With this guidance students are far better equiped to explore the app themselves. Twitter and other Social media Apps can help you build new relationships from places and people you would have never had the opportunity to meet or have a conversation with. - Jonathan Price 
    • epbraun
      epbraun on 08 Mar 16
       
      Wow this is interesting!  I never would have thought of actually showing my own page in the classroom but reading the reasons why makes sense.  The best ways to teach students is to model and I guess this is just one way of doing that.  -E. Braun
    • laurenavasmom
      laurenavasmom on 09 Mar 16
       
      L. Williams
    • laurenavasmom
      laurenavasmom on 09 Mar 16
       
      I think this is very important to teach ourselves as well as our students about the permanency of online content as well as forming positive followings. My brother posed a question the other day about teaching students about social media responsibility because many of them are ruining their carreers before they get them because of what they post... ,...this is what he said... "Social media training needs to be a requirement in HS and college moving forward. Companies monitor that stuff. It could mean the difference between getting even an interview, getting hired, or keeping your job" Laurenavasmom less than a minute ago
  • I do, however, encourage them to observe how I engage with others to expand my network. I hope they follow suit.
    • laurenavasmom
      laurenavasmom on 09 Mar 16
       
      its great to have an account where you can lead by example - social media has created the need for totally new teachable moments
  • LinkedIn allows other users to vouch for a student's skills, lending credibility to self-reported abilities.
    • minder410
      minder410 on 09 Mar 16
       
      I think this raises a good point. One I never thought of LinkedIn to be useful for students but I am glad to now know and also it give the opportunity to show your credibility. In today's world people can really claim anything on the internet so this is a nice option so employers or networkers can know that someone is telling the truth. M. Paul
  • My aim is not to frighten students away from Facebook, but rather to help them see how their profile can lead to positive connections and real-world opportunities.
    • minder410
      minder410 on 09 Mar 16
       
      I think this raises a good point that Facebook can help make positive connections and helps network. I know I have found friends on Facebook but I have also used it for business getting out of not only our geographic area but being in the Facebook world allows people with similar interests to join your group or like you page creating a stronger global connection. M. Paul
  • Along those lines, it has never been easier to create a blog and help make that sharing a reality. Wix and Weebly offer an array of templates with intuitive drag-and-drop options
    • minder410
      minder410 on 09 Mar 16
       
      I have used Wix and Weebly and both are very easy to use and great for "non techy" people like myself, but they still offer so much to make a great finished site. M. Paul
  • I explain how my page makes a strong, lasting statement about who I am and what I value. I always think twice before sharing any content, and I tell students that before I hit "Post," I imagine friends or loved ones looking over my shoulder. What would they think?
    • sgtpezzer
      sgtpezzer on 14 Apr 16
       
      This is an excellent idea.  In my past life, before I considered becoming a teacher, I might have benefited from this advice.  Now, that I am a teacher, this is even more crucial to think about.  It needs to be reinforced in the students' minds that they need to be careful about posting online and that what you put out there, never really goes away. - Jason Lopez
  • I urge students to share digital versions of their best work to highlight their unique passion and potential
    • sgtpezzer
      sgtpezzer on 14 Apr 16
       
      This is an excellent idea, especially for the artists and writers in your class.  It cannot hurt to start building an online profile, sooner rather than later, and a student showcasing their work is a great start.  LinkedIn would be a good beginning for students to create a professional online presence.  However, students need to be shown that care and attention needs to be paid to this presence and like other social media platforms, they should always exercise proper judgement before posting and/or sharing anything. - Jason Lopez
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  • but social networking is here to stay.
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 20 Nov 13
       
      It's definitely here to stay so time to take 1 tool and make it work for you - help you connect to others, develop yourself professionally, etc.
    • nicolecartledge
      nicolecartledge on 22 Nov 13
       
      That is definitely true, we aren't going to regress only progress so we better get up to speed now of we will be left behind and out of touch with our students! Nicole Cartledge
    • Abigail Church
      Abigail Church on 23 Nov 13
       
      I was watching Jeopardy, and one of the contestants was a teacher that did not even own a phone. I thought to myself, how is he going to be able to teach these students how to be smart with their social media experiences if he does not even use them. While I understand the concept, I think it is best if we all just get with the program and understand that it is not going anywhere anytime soon. We should prepare ourselves to help our students be smart with social media instead of simply turning our heads.
    • Lauren Neary
      Lauren Neary on 24 Nov 13
       
      Social media is here to stay!  It love the concept of how education is changing to incorporate more social media in the classroom.  Not only is it an advantage for students learning, but it also helps teachers stay connected with one another and allows collaboration 24/7. -Lauren Neary
    • Cecilia Zapiec
      Cecilia Zapiec on 26 Nov 13
       
      I think that we have an opportunity here to use social media for good and to show naysayers how much of a positive impact social media can have when applied appropriately and thoughtfully. Even though it may feel overwhelming at times, we should try and incorporate social media when it is practical and beneficial. Ideally, schools would have all the necessary supplies so teachers can have ipads/computers at their disposal...one day
    • Daniel DiBona
      Daniel DiBona on 26 Nov 13
       
      Personally social media will be the next wave of teaching innovation. Especially if the surface commerical goes true. I don't know if anyone else has seen the teacher commerical for microsoft, but it talks about a classroom environoment where each student will learn using a tablet and not just the blackboard. So if this scenario where to come true, we will need social media more than ever.-Dan DiBona
    • Trina Ferringo
      Trina Ferringo on 27 Nov 13
       
      Social networking is not going anywear. We all, (children and adults) have grown comfortable with social media. I really do not see society drifting away from social media devices because of all the positive outcomes which come from utilizing it, especially in an educational setting.
    • Bernice De Jesus
      Bernice De Jesus on 03 Dec 13
       
      Yes, Social networking is here to stay and it getting more and more pleaced in the school system, so we as teachers have to make it a positive devices in the classroom. Great post.
  • Twitter
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 20 Nov 13
       
      I Twitter is the tool you'd like to "master", I suggest you look into the hashtags/chats I posted on our class website. You can attend these through Twitter and learn so much!
    • Bernice De Jesus
      Bernice De Jesus on 03 Dec 13
       
      Dr. Fritz, I did learn about twitter in this class, I would alway thing why do I want to tell others what I'm doing every min. of the day. After this class I see that you can learn alot of information on twitter, you can share places to research information pertaining to school, and class information. Again I'm so glad I was able to take this class to learn more about twitter, and I have been able to learn more about Linkedin as well. Great information. Bernice
  •  Flipping your classroom allows you to double your teaching capacity and extend the learning day for students.
    • emiblaser
      emiblaser on 21 Nov 13
       
      It is very interesting to see the concept of a flipped classroom here, as I just came across this article (http://www.edutopia.org/blog/biggest-hurdle-flipping-your-class-jon-bergmann) earlier this week. Filming lectures and creating videos allows students to access the information on their own later and gives you time and opportunity to work with students who need more help, as this quote states, and this is wonderful. The article I linked to argues that a truly flipped classroom takes this concept further and requires students to create the content for themselves and create their own learning. I think that including opportunities for both will be very helpful for both the students and for us. I wanted to find out more about what a "flipped" classroom really is, so I did some research and came across this article http://www.edutopia.org/blog/rethinking-the-flipped-classroom-idit-harel-caperton that I think gives a pretty good explanation of what it is and discusses the pros and cons of the "flipped model." This http://www.edutopia.org/blog/film-festival-flipped-classroom links to a playlist of videos in a sort of "film festival" of flipped classrooms. If you are interested in what all this is, check the links out, it helped explain it all for me! - Emi Blaser
    • nicolecartledge
      nicolecartledge on 22 Nov 13
       
      Thanks for the article. This is the first time I have heard of flipping the classroom but I absolutely see the benefit. I think the point you made about allowing the teacher time to give individual attention is a very big deal, especially in my field of special education. 'Doubling your teaching capacity' is an immeasurable help! Nicole Cartledge
    • Abigail Church
      Abigail Church on 23 Nov 13
       
      Something to remember as well is that flipped can work at any age. It does not have to be full teacher powerpoint lessons given for homework. This idea can be even for kindergarten level to get a head start on the learning process so when they come to school, they are prepared to do the hands-on learning part. Nicole, I would suggest looking more into this, as I use it in my student teaching classroom and it is amazing! Coming from a special education background originally, I think it would be extra beneficial to your field of study. Your students learn in a much different way, and anything that can help enhance their learning in order to reach those IEP goals is a big deal. While not many special education teachers like to give homework to their kids, I would suggest using it because you may see a great improvement in you mild/ moderate and learning impaired students!
    • emiblaser
      emiblaser on 23 Nov 13
       
      Abigail, great point about using it in even the youngest classrooms! I can see how it would be very beneficial for kids who are struggling and need to see a lesson again. I'd love to hear more about how you used it in K- what kinds of lessons did you do it with, how did you structure the time in class? Thanks! -Emi Blaser
    • nicolecartledge
      nicolecartledge on 23 Nov 13
       
      Thanks for the suggestion. Since I haven't had hands on with teaching in a special education classroom yet it only seemed like it would be very beneficial so I am encouraged to hear that you have seen results with mild to moderate category students. I am definitely incorporating this once I am in the classsroom. It really provideshelpful support before a lesson to activate learning, during to provide multple perspectives and free the teacher to further engage or explain, and after as a review. Thanks again. Nicole Cartledge
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  • Twitter will be your social media workhorse. Use it to push out calendar notices, classroom tips, celebrations, links, polls, and the occasional personal message to remind followers you’re a human and not a bot. Encourage parents to follow, too.
    • Danielle Malone
      Danielle Malone on 21 Nov 13
       
      I love this idea! Before this class I struggled with the idea of having a twitter account for the classroom, but I had never really thought about how important it could be for parents, as well as children. I know a lot of people my age or slightly older that have kids and still depend on social media, twitter included, for daily news on just the things that interest them. How great would it be for those kinds of parents to follow the classroom twitter feed and just see information occasionally but still feel like they're a part of the classroom? I think that anytime we can get information out to parents without them actively thinking about it, it's a win, and that's certainly one of the possibilities with Twitter!
    • nicolecartledge
      nicolecartledge on 22 Nov 13
       
      I too think this is a great tool that teacher can utlize in the classroom both to engage students and inform parents. You can reach parent who might not be involded through more traditional routes and it is easy, like you mentioned. It is not something else they have to do since chances are they are already checking tweets, etc. they don't have to go to the class website or only rely on the papers that come home with their student to be involved and informed. Nicole Cartledge
    • emiblaser
      emiblaser on 23 Nov 13
       
      I agree with you both, that twitter can be a great tool to connect with parents in a new way. I am in elementary (kinder-first), so sometimes I don't see how a tool can be useful to me and my kiddos, but I don't always think about how it can help with parents. Like you both said, many parents are too busy to participate in their child's classroom in traditional ways, but by getting the news and keeping in touch in a way that they are already using, they can feel connected. I have been dragging my feet about really using the account I signed up for so long ago, and I think I am about ready to take the leap! -Emi Blaser
    • Cecilia Zapiec
      Cecilia Zapiec on 26 Nov 13
       
      Twitter could be one of the most useful social tools. I think if many parents are on twitter, it's a quick and easy way to keep parents up to date and make them feel more informed and involved. Something I will consider in the future...
  • Other teachers will follow and soon you will share video production duties. You can create those literary video lessons you love, and let the grammar nerd colleague down the hall create the “they’re-their-there” videos. You’ve tripled your capacity now!
    • nicolecartledge
      nicolecartledge on 22 Nov 13
       
      Okay, so this is the first I'd heard of 'flipping your classroom' but the concept seems both simple and practical. I like the idea of being prepared ahead of time and allowing for the chance to interject and respond to students during the presentation without loosing your train of thought. It can be viewed again by students who may need extra time to process it or who prefer to work outside of the classroom walls. The best part about this to me, if the library you can build by sharing. This does lighten the work load and allows teacher to really focus on their area of expertise. You still have the chance to add on and make it personal during presentation since you are facilitating it, what a great idea! I will be utilizing this.
    • nicolecartledge
      nicolecartledge on 22 Nov 13
       
      Sorry forgot to label it-Nicole Cartledge
    • emiblaser
      emiblaser on 23 Nov 13
       
      I think you made great points about the capacity of the videos to increase time and sharing between teachers. The school I am volunteering at right now has a server for teachers to access documents and ideas, and just today the teacher I am with grabbed a behavior plan template to tailor to two of her students. Sharing resources like this cuts down on prep time and keeps teachers from having to reinvent the wheel. I think it adding videos would be a wonderful addition! Also, if you had to be absent, you could prerecord lessons that the sub could use and supplement. - Emi Blaser
    • Rachael Herr
      Rachael Herr on 23 Nov 13
       
      Nicole your comment really made me think about the flipped classroom. The first time earlier this year when I had heard of it, I wasn't sure how I felt about the concept. I was worried about differentiation, and what kind of gaps there would be if students were solely required to watch the videos at home (and didn't). What you said about personalizing it during the presentation made me see how differentiation could still be possible, and the idea of having a library of lessons allows you to still give formative assessments and make changes where necessary. Thanks for your post! - Rachael Herr
  • Students who use Twitter to contribute to class discussion more than double their class contributions.
    • nicolecartledge
      nicolecartledge on 22 Nov 13
       
      That statistic in itself is staggering, it absolutely gives reason to utilize this type of input format. To increase participation and more importantly allow those who wouldn't have verbally spoken up to take part in the conversation is a wonderful and very desirable benefit. I think this should be incorporated whenever possible to allow different learning styles to comfortably express themselves. Nicole Cartledge
    • Rachael Herr
      Rachael Herr on 23 Nov 13
       
      Nicole I couldn't agree more. As teachers we have to find ways to engage and reach all of our students, to the best of our ability (and then some). Seeing how connected students are to media, and how many resources are out there to get educators started with using Twitter in the classroom, vibrant class discussions should now be something every class is experiencing. -- Rachael Herr
    • Abigail Church
      Abigail Church on 23 Nov 13
       
      Nicole, you have brought a good point about how other students communicate. Not all students want to sit in class and raise their hands to participate with the discussion. Many are shy or nervous, whether because of ESL or simple personality feelings. Something like Twitter in the classroom does help to reach the vast population and allow for all of our students to be a part of the discussion. Twitter is something I do not stay with very much, but it may be something- should I eventually choose to work with upper grades- that I join and add to my class participation.
    • Trina Ferringo
      Trina Ferringo on 23 Nov 13
       
      I agree it should be utilized in the classroom with students. Like you stated in can increase participation and the fact parents can follow what their children post allows the parent to be connected to what is happening inside the classroom.
    • Trina Ferringo
      Trina Ferringo on 23 Nov 13
       
      Again forgot my name...Trina Ferringo
    • Danielle Malone
      Danielle Malone on 25 Nov 13
       
      I'm going to throw my hat in and agree with you and everyone else - Twitter could absolutely become a way for shy students to feel comfortable participating in class. I think it can also go a step beyond that as well, and provide a way for students to sort of archive their participation and go back and re-read it later to help them study. Everything that's posted on Twitter goes into the public record, so categorizing everything with a simple hashtag makes the class conversation a virtual study guide. I love the idea of using it in class, and I hope it's something my future school supports as well! (Danielle Malone)
  • Simple, if you have your lessons on your computer anyhow (worksheets Powerpoints, etc), create a 5-minute videos with Jing (see below) that reviews and explains the material and post to SchoolTube or YouTube. Students can watch from home, in the hallway, or on the bus. If you show the videos in your own classroom, you can then facilitate your own instruction.
    • Abigail Church
      Abigail Church on 23 Nov 13
       
      I have worked on flipping a classroom with my CT and the results are amazing! We use brainpopjr.com to help enhance social studies and science learning in our 2nd grade classroom and the students come in already prepared to do the hands on learning part. The "lesson" part is finished when they watch the video or powerpoint. The class time can then be used to do hands on learning. For science, I am in a STEAM room, so we do investigations with our time. We have also used videos in the classroom from time to time. I did this for my second video lesson and I think it went really well as well. There is simply so much to say, and it is so easily said with some of these strategies!
    • William Masters
      William Masters on 24 Nov 13
       
      I think sometimes people view the flipped classroom as something only for older students. These are great examples for flipping a classroom with younger grades. Thanks for sharing them. I have done the same with Brain Pop for my students. If you have a wiki or a blog you can also link to YouTube videos or other online content. It gives you a lot more time to work with the content if it can front loaded out of class. Clark Masters 
    • Daniel DiBona
      Daniel DiBona on 26 Nov 13
       
      I think with the brainpop videos it is great that they are short and sweet. That holds the students attention at any grade level like Clark said, but especially with the younger students. Too short of a video and you are just wasting their time moving them back and forth. Too long a video and you could lose your students so glad you have had a good experience with it. - Dan DiBona
    • Trina Ferringo
      Trina Ferringo on 27 Nov 13
       
      I have seen Brain Pop used in both Language Arts and a Math class. When the teacher said we are going to watch a Brain Pop video, the students became enthusiastic. What I also noticed, is when the video was playing, they actually payed attention. You could see, these short, but useful videos, assisted with students understanding the lesson more and they also found enjoyment in learning.
    • Jingyun He
      Jingyun He on 27 Nov 13
       
      This way of teaching is very useful to those who have struggling in learning since they can watch vidoes at home to learn more. They can watch and listen to the same lesson that they did in school. Then doing so can help them learn.
  • If you’ve not already done so, create a Facebook Page to connect with students. This is a good place to celebrate students and their successes.
    • Trina Ferringo
      Trina Ferringo on 23 Nov 13
       
      Even though Facebook should not be used on a personal level to connect with students it would be a great social media device to use with student on an educational level ,with focusing not necessarily on instruction all the time, but on caring. Students can support one another in a postive environment with an educator overseeing it. Also, teachers can support their students through encouraging comments and posts.
    • Trina Ferringo
      Trina Ferringo on 23 Nov 13
       
      Forgot to place my name on comment....Trina Ferringo
    • nicolecartledge
      nicolecartledge on 25 Nov 13
       
      That is a big part of supporting students and I think Facebook can be a tool that can effectively do just that. It can be utilized to help the students with educational related concerns, as well as to dissiminate informaiton, and it shows the teacher is available for support as well as utilizing the support of classmates through these media tools. Nicole Cartledge
    • Daniel DiBona
      Daniel DiBona on 26 Nov 13
       
      Facebook and other social media sites are a great way for those students who are absent to really still connect with the teacher and the other students. By building a group on one of those sites as a teacher you as the teacher can help the students set up at home study groups and build their online PLNs.-Dan DiBona
    • Bernice De Jesus
      Bernice De Jesus on 03 Dec 13
       
      Yes I do like facebook as a leaning tools, but we have to keep it just that way, a learning tools. Many teacher and students have to keep it very professional so all that use facebook are protected. Great post Bernice De Jesus
  • Do you need both Twitter and Facebook in your social media strategy? No, set the bar on what you can handle in terms of time and effort. Measure your Return on Investment (ROI) with each.
    • Daniel DiBona
      Daniel DiBona on 24 Nov 13
       
      I wanted to comment on this statement because as a new teacher I still am a bit overwhelmed with all of the new options available to me. So I am glad that those who are setting up these sites are still suggesting to work to our own comfort level. Those questions are very helpful in figuring out what I need to do to make sure the students are using the programs correctly. I also liked the point after the highlight I made was that you don't have to use these sites because there are so many other options, but since most of our students will already be on these sites, the transitions in the class are a lot quicker and a lot simpler to set up.
    • Rachael Herr
      Rachael Herr on 24 Nov 13
       
      I think looking at social media in education in terms of your ROI is really smart. I agree with your comment, Dan, on working to your own comfort level, especially when there are so many available resources out there. I think for new teachers (as well as teachers new to using social media in their instruction) having this mindset is important to keep things in perspective. -- Rachael Herr
  • Engagement is another important reason to use social networking. We know that a student who is engaged with content will learn better.  The more we can make schools seem like the world that exists outside of the 8a.m.-to-3:30p.m. confines, the better.
    • Bernice De Jesus
      Bernice De Jesus on 03 Dec 13
       
      I can attest that students who are fully egaged in social media networking as part of their total learning experience, in many cases, learn better through this out-of-classroom experience. They are more eager to partake in constructive discussions with their peers by way of a method that they are accustomed to. Prior to taking this course, I was unaware of the all the ways that social media could be utilized within the classroom to enhance learning.
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  • it has become an imperative for us as educators -- and parents -- to model appropriate digital citizenship to even our youngest learners.
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 17 Nov 15
       
      "Even our youngest learners" - yes - as young as preschool if they understand reading a book/print.
    • jessqross
      jessqross on 22 Nov 15
       
      I think of my 8 month old and her ability to swipe left and right on my husbands Kindle already! Our children are exposed to all sorts go technology from birth and we should exposed them to it but responsibly. I remember telling my husband, i didn't want her to watch tv too early or be exposed to technology without loving the pages of a book first... It's definitely hard, can be done, be technology and social media should be in moderation. -Jess Ross
    • ocatvia
      ocatvia on 22 Nov 15
       
        Jess,your comment took me back to another article I read about how today's young people's brains have been completely rewired and almost programmed to be receptive to technology. But your concern as to how to behave in a parentally responsible way with regard to when and how to introduce your young child to technology made me also recall earlier articles I read about the many tech-employed parents working in Silicon Valley and how they have elected not to expose their preschool and elementary children to technology and social media because these, they believe, " inhibit creative thinking, movement, human interaction and attention spans." Like you, many want their children to discover of the magic of turning a page of a book and getting lost in it.  Here is a like to one such article: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/23/technology/at-waldorf-school-in-silicon-valley-technology-can-wait.html?_r=0    (O. McBride)  
    • jessqross
      jessqross on 22 Nov 15
       
      Thanks O. It is amazing the how many folks in Silicon Valley have the outlook. I understand their theory, however, i do understand that our work is saturated with it and it's many time necessary to even communicate and learn. I'm looking forward to digging in to this resource and reading a little more on this subject. Thanks for the article! :) -Jess Ross
  • teacher's blog post
    • slf327
      slf327 on 18 Nov 15
       
      I JUST LOVE THIS. This is everything I hope for in my future classroom. As I have been planning my final project, I felt as if I was starting out with something way to involved and was thinking about scrapping it all. After reading this, I am keeping it and am up for the challenge, as the students will get so much out of the experience! Awesome to hear how it works in other classrooms. I will have to check out her Twitter to see how it is unfolding! (Shannon Feerrar)
    • azajac32
      azajac32 on 21 Nov 15
       
      This is definitely a shining example of how successful it can be for an educator. I know I would love to implement some kind of technology into my classroom and the way this teacher is doing it is a great inspiration. The engagement piece of the students is is something we all strive for and how to change it up so our students want to keep asking those questions! -Andrea Zajac
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  • I have worked with and spoken to dozens of educators who strongly feel that engaging in social media is irrelevant for them because of their students' age
    • slf327
      slf327 on 18 Nov 15
       
      I feel as if this is a common "argument." As we learn more about the benefits of utilizing social media within the younger classroom, we have to share the positives and how we are going to change any difficulties that we faced. Hopefully that will allow for others to understand and see the benefits with utilizing social media in the younger classrooms.
    • Erica Soble
      Erica Soble on 20 Nov 15
       
      Social media in the classroom, specifically the younger classroom is a key element to learning in my opinion. Students are already so tech savvy that we need to help them learn how they already know how. Our school district just blocked Pinterest from the computers because it is a social media site. Lots of teachers use that for their lessons though so they are working on getting that resolved.
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 20 Nov 15
       
      It's all about education - most of the administrators in the district probably have never been educated on social media - so they are afraid of it. If you create meaningful learning experiences using social media, then share it with others - invite them into your classroom to see how your students could benefit. Change takes time but it only takes one "irritation" in the system to begin that change. Dr. Fritz
    • slf327
      slf327 on 21 Nov 15
       
      Local districts in Lancaster have all started to participate in more technology in the classroom and the whole social media idea. I am not sure what district started it but it just seemed like all of a sudden everything went paperless and we were to be subscribing to district apps to keep up on what is going on. (Shannon Feerrar)
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 23 Nov 15
       
      I am seeing an increase in the use of social media in my school district, but with just the younger teachers and particulary in Kindgergarten.  At my school, the kindergarten teachers have a website for their grade.  They also use bar codes and other means to increase student participation during class.  I have had training on these techniques, but have not used them yet. (Dawn Lynn)
  • This fall, however, they uncovered a new dimension for Twitter. In October, one member of the class found himself trapped in New York during Hurricane Sandy. Kristin Ziemke and her students used Twitter and their blogs to learn about the storm while also checking on their classmate's well being. She describes the experience in her blog:
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 20 Nov 15
       
      To add a sticky note right to the highlight, after you highlight - hover your mouse over the top left of the highlighted text. Then, a menu will appear - click the down arrow and add your note. -Dr. Fritz
    • slf327
      slf327 on 18 Nov 15
       
      I am so amazed by these teachers and their creativity. Great use of social media here! (Shannon Feerrar)
    • fareedadams
      fareedadams on 22 Nov 15
       
      I am amazed by the creativity too Shannon. (Fareed Adams)
  • Students already have enough screen time. Students need to be able to communicate in person. Students don't need to know about social media at this point -- it isn't age appropriate.
    • ferkomp
      ferkomp on 19 Nov 15
       
      I found this portion of the article to be very helpful. Since starting this class, I have focused mainly on the positives that social media has on students and the classroom. However, these three bullets make very compelling concerns/arguments for social media in the classroom. I feel it is important to gain a wide range of facts/opinions on topics even if you still feel the positives outweigh the negatives! - Mark Ferko
    • Erica Soble
      Erica Soble on 20 Nov 15
       
      These bullets are so true. The students are going home after school and sitting on some form of technology. Most think of social media as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, those sorts of things. I thought that too until I started taking this course. There is lots that students can use as far as social media that isn't along those lines.
  • individual
    • ferkomp
      ferkomp on 19 Nov 15
       
      I found this conclusion to the article to be very summative of the importance of social media in the classroom. The one part I especially liked as "whether you introduce social media to students through a class blog, individual student blogs, Twitter or paper, there is NO "right way" to begin". -- Mark Ferko
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 20 Nov 15
       
      The only "right way" is the way that enhances learning/connections/communications for your students! -Dr. Fritz
    • azajac32
      azajac32 on 21 Nov 15
       
      I agree this is a great way to end the article. I think the part where it states "we introduce all children to social media in appropriate and meaningful ways" is key. To teach digital citizenship then we have to decipher the context for how are students are to be engaged and what they should be doing to create a proper learning experience still even online. - Andrea Zajac
    • William G Schumacher
      William G Schumacher on 22 Nov 15
       
      I agree that "teaching students about social media in appropriate and meaning ways" is very important.  I remember learning typing in middle school in the early '90's, and how bored I was with only typing certain letters with certain fingers.  I was really excited to type and use a computer, but I was not engaged because what we were doing was not meaningful.  So important!
  • Whether you introduce social media to students through a class blog, individual student blogs, Twitter or paper, there is no "right way" to begin. Do I really feel that toddlers should Tweet? Probably not. However, what's important is that we introduce all children to social media in appropriate and meaningful ways, regardless of their age, such that they can connect to a global audience and develop as empowered, networked learners.
  • If we honestly think about it, we were all taught the "social media" of our time in early elementary school. Remember the friendly letter? How about thank you notes? Telephone etiquette? In early grades, none of us were expected to master these skills independently, but they were integrated into our curriculum so that effective social behavior could be modeled at a young age
    • ferkomp
      ferkomp on 19 Nov 15
       
      I found this to be a very amazing and thought out point. It was a great addition to the article and really made a nice reference to past years before today's  "social media" was around! -- Mark Ferko
    • km3337
      km3337 on 20 Nov 15
       
      Students will be needing these media skills as they matriculate into middle and high school. For a student who is shy, this can be another way for them to communicate. (K.Maguire)
    • megbrown80
      megbrown80 on 21 Nov 15
       
      I completely agree and I hadn't thought of this before the article. We introduce these concepts to students at an early age and social media is another medium where students are sharing their ideas.  I do think the difference is that a letter and phone call are private between two people. Social media opens up our thoughts and opinions up to a great world and because of that we need to educate our students as early as possible.  (M.Brown)
    • slf327
      slf327 on 21 Nov 15
       
      Playing Devils advocate side: it also opens up for the lack of being responsible with communication, hence the large amount of cyber bullying and sharing of personal information. It is IMPERATIVE that we teach our students what is appropriate and inappropriate media manners. As teachers we also need to make sure we are aware of what is going on within our own sites and student usage in school. This seems to be fairly easy with programs to see what our students are doing on the computer as they are doing it. (Shannon Feerrar)
    • azajac32
      azajac32 on 22 Nov 15
       
      I am also going to play devils advocate here because I think there is a loss of letter writing and cards in our world today. I did a lesson this past spring for pre-student teaching on card writing and the students loved it. They wanted to write more than one card. I think we have to teach our students how to be good writers first before we direct them to a social media environment. This can easily be done as we teach students and I agree it has to be appropriate with their writing. "You" is not spelled "U". Maybe I am sentimental, but I was just thinking the other day when we think about how people recorded history we had letters to help us piece some of it together. I would like students to still hold value to the power of writing. One word said wrong and posted out to the world could change their whole life. -Andrea Zajac 
  • I walked past their blog walls. To teach the concept of posting and commenting, the students created physical blogs on bulletin boards in the hallway of the school
    • Erica Soble
      Erica Soble on 20 Nov 15
       
      This was very interesting to see. I had never thought of using a blog as a form of writing for students in elementary level. The classroom that I am student teaching in is a preK classroom. They don't know how to type but they are journaling. They draw a picture and then write about it. If I had a higher classroom, I would think about blogging as their writing. (E. Soble)
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 20 Nov 15
       
      For the younger students, you could add their drawing to VoiceThread. THen, the students could "speak" their comments/story about the picture! -Dr. Fritz
    • megbrown80
      megbrown80 on 21 Nov 15
       
      What a wonderful idea! Showing students that really they are making a poster that has their ideas and opinions goes a long way to making the internet and posting less abstract. (M.Brown)
    • azajac32
      azajac32 on 21 Nov 15
       
      I found this interesting as well. It is a great way to work on the pre-writing process with students as well as incorporating an introduction to how to use social media. I have seen some teachers do the whole Instagram or Selfie walls, but this to me would be more connected and more structural because then the students can actually go and write on their class blog. I agree Kindergarteners would love to record themselves. Knowing that we are working on fundamentals at this point in the year I see this being a great lesson activity for later in the year when they have gained some reading and more writing skills. They would feel more confident in their "voice" to want to record it. This is why I like the resource StoryBird it is a similar concept, but even this Croak.It resource would be nice for the students to use. -Andrea Zajac
    • William G Schumacher
      William G Schumacher on 22 Nov 15
       
      I love this idea!  I did something similar with a Google+ profile for the class, and they decorated the board with their profile information as a class.  The kids really enjoyed expressing themselves as a class.
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 23 Nov 15
       
      Now that I know how easy it is to use voice thread, I could see using this tool in elementary school and having the kids make a presentation for the classroom or even the school! (Dawn Lynn)
  • In just the past few weeks, Kristen Wideen's students have shared math stories with a class in Iowa and frog data with a class in Singapore
    • km3337
      km3337 on 20 Nov 15
       
      This lends itself to the concept of flat classroom. As adults, it is necessary to collaborate across the globe in science and medicine. It's a great opportunity for students to build on their learning from another perspective. -K. Maguire
    • slf327
      slf327 on 21 Nov 15
       
      It would also help encourage accepting others and respecting others opinions. It will also allow students to open their minds and possibly learn a new way to to something. (Shannon Feerrar)
    • cloring
      cloring on 23 Nov 15
       
      This type of interaction is great. Not only does it let students share what they are learning, but it allows them to see how other students learn, and how their culture is different (C.Loring)
  • Lately, the grade 1/2 students in Kristen Wideen's class have been studying tadpoles and frogs. I know this because I've seen their Padlet wall of questions, witnessed the delivery of tadpoles, and watched a young boy read to his amphibian friend -- all through Twitter
    • megbrown80
      megbrown80 on 21 Nov 15
       
      This highlights the way social media can be so helpful to bringing parents and the community into the classroom. Parents can feel connected to their children's learning which means they will hopeful be able to engage with their children better and more easily. 
    • slf327
      slf327 on 21 Nov 15
       
      Anything that helps with parent involvement is always a plus!!!
  • Kristen Wideen originally created a class Twitter account so that her students could begin to engage in the cultivation of their own Personal Learning Networks (PLNs). Her students not only learn, but also share their learning with a broader community. Whether through whole-group Twitter activities and Skype, calls or individual KidBlogs, these students recognize that there are connections to be made beyond their Ontario classroom -- all while working on their reading, writing, communication and collaboration.
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 21 Nov 15
       
      This is proof that elementary students can benefit from social media. Young learners and their families can see the advantages of using social in the classroom and young students are taught, at an early age, proper use of social media tools.
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 21 Nov 15
       
      (Dawn Lynn)
  • My students were empowered to be part of a learning network that was for students, by students. So often, young children only have access to information that is filtered through an adult channel. While oftentimes that is appropriate, kids also need the model of other children as information providers
    • azajac32
      azajac32 on 21 Nov 15
       
      There were many things said in this article, but I find this quote to be just as profound. We want our students to feel empowered and be a part of the learning process. In a social media context the students really do get to do this. I hesitate on how to introduce this at such a young age, but as models for our students we can help guide them in the right direction. -Andrea Zajac
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 23 Nov 15
       
      This also speaks to a classroom being student led instead of always being teacher led.  I love to watch students work together and teach each other.  This is one area where I see the need for improvement in my teaching style and technology is one tool to increase this type of learning in the classroom.  (Dawn Lynn)
    • tsc898
      tsc898 on 23 Nov 15
       
      Student led learning seems particularly important with online resources since its something so many people use on their own. The more students practice exploring online resources and learn how to use online resources to accomplish tasks, the more students will be able to do this on their own. With the fast pace of that technology is evolving, its imperative that students learn to explore new online tools because new ones come along so often and old ones change in time. Timothy Conley
  • KidBlogs
    • azajac32
      azajac32 on 21 Nov 15
       
      With the resources mentioned hear such as KidBlogs and Croak.It there is a better understanding of how to implement social media in a classroom at a younger age. Before these I do not feel there would have been much success nor would teachers felt safe. The more tools available that offer a safe environment for students more teachers are going to want to use them.  -Andrea Zajac
  • Comments
  • Social media enables the creation of meaningful connections
    • jessqross
      jessqross on 22 Nov 15
       
      Meaningful connections! Because technology surrounds our ever day life... these are the "authentic and relevant connections" our children make with the world. It's the way they communicate. Although, face-to-face connections are important,educators should continue to find ways to teach children within this foundation, meeting their need and source of connection. -Jess Ross
    • cloring
      cloring on 23 Nov 15
       
      I also think this is important to students who may have social anxiety. Although it may be impossible for them to talk to someone in person, they may open up a lot more on social media/through technology (C.Loring)
  • connections
  • students
    • fareedadams
      fareedadams on 22 Nov 15
       
      I highlighted this section of the article introducing Social Media to Elementary Students because I think it emphasizes the importance for hands on activities for elementary school students.
    • fareedadams
      fareedadams on 22 Nov 15
       
      I highlighted this section of the article introducing Social Media to Elementary Students because I think it emphasizes the importance for hands on activities for elementary school students. (Fareed Adams)
    • km3337
      km3337 on 24 Nov 15
       
      This would be great to share with parents on Back to School Night because we often hear concerns from parents over amounts of screen time at home and they want their child to have opportunities for typical social time activities like recess at school. - Kathryn Maguire
  • Collectively, they would discuss their learning experiences as a class, before Tweeting out their thoughts, questions and ideas to their broader learning community.
    • fareedadams
      fareedadams on 22 Nov 15
       
      I think this is what makes tweeting so dynamic because you can transcend the confines of the classroom and connect with the broader community. (Fareed Adams)
    • jessqross
      jessqross on 22 Nov 15
       
      http://www.academia.edu/194162/Collaborative_Learning_Experiences_Using_Social_Networks Social Media Networks can play a huge role in the development of our children's learning experiences. I have attached this article on collaboration in the learning experience through 3 phases through a "live learning strategy". Enjoy! :) -Jess Ross
  • Not only did social media empower this student, but it also provided her with a global audience. In 18 days, she received 42 comments from teachers, family members and other adults from across the continent. By empowering her students with the use of social media, Kristin Ziemke connects them to a global audience and introduces them to the complex communication required to be effective digital citizens.
  • For teachers who have only started to explore the uses of social media for their own professional development, much less with their students, setting children loose on blogs or Twitter can seem daunting.
    • Mathew Kennedy
      Mathew Kennedy on 24 Nov 15
       
      Getting something started with something new can sometime scare people.  For people who are not technologically inclined this could be even worse.  I've heard teachers in the past shy away from technology instead of embracing it because they aren't tech savvy.  As teachers, we need to assume that new things and ideas will come out and we have to jump on board.  In the end, students benefit from this and that's the number one priority.  
  • As I said, I agree. However, if used effectively, social media can transform a student's learning experience.
    • km3337
      km3337 on 24 Nov 15
       
      Communicating with students from other environments can be valuable. Students can share things that they are good at as well as things that they struggle with. It is powerful for a child to hear from another child from a place outside their immediate realm. - K. Maguire 
  • Extend the Classroom
    • wwprincessjww
      wwprincessjww on 25 Nov 15
       
      "Extend the classroom" is a great phrase. Why does a classroom have to be a room? Social media came make the world the classroom. -Jeannine McGoldrick
  • I agree that young children need to interact in a face-to-face setting.
    • wwprincessjww
      wwprincessjww on 25 Nov 15
       
      "Children need to interact in a face to face setting". Children who are a bit shy will have an easier time face to face when they're online. -Jeannine McGoldrick
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    I have no idea if my highlighting and note will show up -Jeannine McGoldrick
  • mrslynn1321 on 21 Nov 15
     
    Beth Holland, communication coordinator and instructor at EdTech Teacher, gives three age-appropriate examples of introducing social media to children in the lower elementary grades.
  • mwilliams28 on 25 Nov 15
     
    The more I reflect on introducing social media to our elementary students, the more I wonder if we are teaching them that they are not relevant unless they are connected to a group of individuals beyond their physical environment, or to subconsciously validate themselves by the number of likes or comments they receive from their followers...#hmmmm~ Marissa Williams
  • mwilliams28 on 29 Nov 15
     
    "To teach the concept of posting and commenting, the students created physical blogs on bulletin boards in the hallway of the school." Before actually introducing a social media tool in the class we could have a blog wall to teach students #posting, #commenting and reflection to stare and frame their conversations and get them familiar with the process.
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    Social Networking for students based on Florida Virtual School
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    iEARN (International Education and Resource Network) is the world's largest non-profit global network that enables teachers and youth to use the Internet and other technologies to collaborate on projects that enhance learning and make a difference in the world.
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  • Keeping up with social media–in 30 minutes a day (you heard me!
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 03 Mar 15
       
      This presentation is from 2012; however, it has a lot of great information that I feel will really help you organize your PLN. Here is the updated presentation that corresponds with this article: http://www.slideshare.net/arikhanson/how-to-keep-up-with-social-media-in-30-minutes-a-day-of-less
  • but most folks use Google Reader. You can use either.
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 05 Mar 15
       
      Google Reader is no longer in service:(. I really miss this tool; however, feedly is a great too to use.
    • shannon_alvarez
      shannon_alvarez on 03 Mar 16
       
      What? Google has everything! ;) Has this been replaced by Google+?
    • rjs387
      rjs387 on 05 Mar 15
       
      I have has such a hard time organizing the influx of blogs that Feebly will probably be the best tool I've learned about. It is a great way to organize and scan the titles of articles and posts I want to read. Rudalia Sutton
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    • tghaznavi
      tghaznavi on 05 Mar 15
       
      Cadmus is a great tool to maximize downtime.  It displays content on Twitter since you last checked in.  It manages Twitter streams and takes replies in Twitter and groups them into "conversations". (t. Ghaznavi)
    • rjs387
      rjs387 on 09 Mar 15
       
      I am new to twitter how do you use Cadmus? Is it something I have to download? Rudalia Sutton
  • Use tools like Flipboard, Reeder (iPhone app) and Cadmus (great tool for catching up with what you missed on Twitter since you last signed in–see below) to keep on top of industry trends and business news.
    • charles stuart
      charles stuart on 23 Nov 15
       
      Sorry, didn't add my name:   Charles E. Stuart
  • Twitter lists to follow industry thought leaders. Twitter lists to follow bloggers you want to get to know better. You can even create private Twitter lists to follow competitors, industry influencers and other folks you don’t want your competitors or others seeing. What’s more, you can steal OTHER PEOPLE’S Twitter lists for you own. That’s right–why do all the work when someone else may have already done it.
    • Cheryl Hornyak
      Cheryl Hornyak on 05 Mar 15
       
      I think this is a great idea. The steps to do this are here:https://media.twitter.com/best-practice/create-and-use-twitter-lists. As a Twitter user, I really like the idea of condensing and filtering information to be more tailored to my likes and needs.
    • jessclay
      jessclay on 08 Mar 15
       
      I love this idea! I want to use twitter for professional reasons, but I also want to be able to follow my personal interests. This would allow me to do both! I can focus on education topics when I need to without getting distracted by other news and vice versa. I have a tendency to follow any interesting leads I see so this will help keep me focused.
    • Cheryl Hornyak
      Cheryl Hornyak on 09 Mar 15
       
      I forgot to post my name on the first sticky note. C. Hornyak
    • brittaniberg
      brittaniberg on 09 Mar 15
       
      After starting this class I recently joined Twitter so I am still learning all the ins and outs that Twitter offers.  This is a cool feature that can come in handy and help limit the amount of time spent on Twitter looking for new posts by who you follow. B.Berg 
    • rjs387
      rjs387 on 09 Mar 15
       
      I am new to twitter but I will be sure to try out this technique. I am always afraid that I'll get on and get sucked in and never get any work done. So it's nice to know that I can be productive in what I read. Rudalia Sutton
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 21 Nov 15
       
      This sounds like a great way to organize what I want to see on Twitter.  Since I am still new to Twitter, I am still overwhelmed with all of the information.  Is there an education list out there?
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 21 Nov 15
       
      Dawn Lynn-forgot my name
    • jpb342
      jpb342 on 22 Nov 15
       
      I never even knew Twitter Lists even were a thing; however, I can definitely see the usefulness of them.  They can give you a way to section off your follows and focus on different parts at a time instead of everyone at once. (John Bugay)
    • ryanjburks
      ryanjburks on 23 Nov 15
       
      Twitter lists are wonderful! I've taken advantage of this tool in my personal life and I can see the beauty of using this in the professional life as well. Thanks for highlighting this!-Ryan Burks
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 24 Nov 15
       
      Dawn - yes, there are lists. There are also lists of twitter chats. If you google "educational twitter chat", you'll find them!
    • samanthaelaine
      samanthaelaine on 04 Mar 16
       
      This is such a good feature. It gives us the oppertunity to follow people we personally want to follow and people we follow for our careers. I would personally like this because my sister is in college and is at the age of 20. She was the one who introduced me to twitter in the first place. S Ruggiero
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I love the idea of being able to steal other users twitter lists. Why reinvent the wheel, when someone else has already created a sufficient list. C. Spina
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      It is great that you can use other users lists. It makes it much easier to find people to follow. It also reduces the time spent to find the right people to follow. C. Spina
  • think about the time you’re captive, where you have nothing to do but the task at hand. For me, it’s moving the lawn. I throw in the ear buds and spend 45 minutes mowing the lawn AND listening to my favorite podcast (and thus, getting smarter about my craft).
    • Lauren Rose
      Lauren Rose on 06 Mar 15
       
      Prior to using Podcasts, I would either use music or nothing at all during exercise time, cooking, or other activities that I can focus on something else while doing. By integrating listening to podcasts into these times, I have upped my productivity and am able to use relevant podcasts to learn more about information I am interested in. When I first saw podcasts and how lengthy many of them are, it can feel overwhelming to sit down and listen to a 30-60 minute "talk". However, if you use them while doing other activities (during cooking or long drives is my favorite) you can get what you need done while being informed. My favorite podcasts range from entertainment (Serial) to informative for teachers (TED Talks, EdReach). - Lauren Rose
    • nmlynski
      nmlynski on 06 Mar 15
       
      I recently just started to listen to podcasts while I work out, and it has been a total game-changer. I stay on the treadmill longer because I'm interested in what I'm hearing, and I'm learning something new at the same time. Definitely a good way to multi-task. (N. Mlynski)
    • Cheryl Hornyak
      Cheryl Hornyak on 07 Mar 15
       
      I have never thought of listening to anything but music while I run. I'm going to give this a try. Thanks for the tips!
    • tscott34
      tscott34 on 08 Mar 15
       
      My husband has a long commute (50 minutes) and uses the time to listen to his favorite podcasts.  He finds it calming when dealing with traffic and more interesting than morning radio!  Tonya Scott
    • maria onorato
      maria onorato on 08 Mar 15
       
      This is a good idea. I never thought to listen to podcast while mowing my lawn, or maybe even doing laundry. After reading this article, I have come to realize that we can use our technology at all different times of the day. Maria Onorato
    • slm389
      slm389 on 09 Mar 15
       
      My husband is very efficient in this strategy.  He listens to podcasts anytime he is doing housework and home alone.  I wish that I had the motivation to do this as well because it is a great time saver! -S. Goodyear
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 09 Mar 15
       
      You can subscribe to podcasts and the newest version will automatically pop up in your feed! -Dr. Fritz
    • ilanaaviva
      ilanaaviva on 11 Mar 15
       
      I think that this is a very good way to efficiently use time in a way that allows you to multitask. I think commuting is a great opportunity to listen to information through podcasts. I find that a lot of the time when I could be listening to informational programs, I am doing a lot of reflection and mental preparation. While I do not think that this is a bad thing, I could make more conscious efforts to put my ear plugs in. - Ilana Haas
    • meridithhayden
      meridithhayden on 15 Mar 15
       
      I agree, podcasts are a productivity game changer!  Since beginning this course, I've started listening to TED Talks a few mornings a week  during my commute.  I would have guessed I would not enjoy listening while I run, but turns out I do! --Meridith Hayden
    • Kelly VandenBosche
      Kelly VandenBosche on 04 Mar 16
       
      I would listen to podcasts in the car (just about my only downtime chore where I am not already multitasking), but my car is not new enough to have bluetooth or any other means to listen to a podcast, and headphones are illegal in the car.
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I have listened to many Podcasts. I have used them to educate myself in numerous subjects. The benefit of Podcasts is you can multi-task and still listen and absorb the information. C. Spina
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I listen to Podcasts very often. I have educated myself on numerous topics by listening to Podcasts. I love that you can listen to Podcasts and multi-task. C. Spina
  • Why should I reinvent the wheel? Heather already has all the spokes in place. Or, what about Social Media Examiner’s weekly roundup? Or, what about Sarah Evans’ daily Commentz enewsletter? One of the few enewsletter I read on a regular basis. Don’t do all the work yourself–seek out those sources that already exist and use that information to your advantage.
    • nmlynski
      nmlynski on 06 Mar 15
       
      This is something that is really important to remember when you start to feel overwhelmed by social media. Other people are out there searching for and curating the same resources that you want, use them as allies in the fight against wasted time. (N. Mlynski)
    • maria onorato
      maria onorato on 06 Mar 15
       
      I love this idea of seeking out sources that already exist. It will save you a lot of time.
    • tscott34
      tscott34 on 08 Mar 15
       
      You don't need to reinvent the wheel!!  I hear this all the time in reference to lesson planning, too. Tonya Scott
    • jessclay
      jessclay on 08 Mar 15
       
      This is such a useful idea, especially when you are gathering information on a new topic. It can be hard to sort and tell a resources worth if you aren't an expert. This idea allows you to filter out the resources that aren't worth your time and hone in on the really good ideas. J.Clay
    • ilanaaviva
      ilanaaviva on 11 Mar 15
       
      In general, I really like this idea of saving time and being efficient through the use of social media, including sharing the resources that another has already created. I think that is a big aspect of social media: we use it in order to assist one another and collaborate through shared ideas. - Ilana Haas
    • charles stuart
      charles stuart on 23 Nov 15
       
      My thoughts are the same, don't reinvent the wheel, take it and improve on it, or adjust it to meet your needs..
    • cmcguigan91
      cmcguigan91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      I think that it is very important for us to realize that it is not necessary to "reinvent the wheel." This can save a lot of time browsing through blogs. By finding a blog that compiles a list of top posts for the week we are able to be more efficient and have more time to read and expand our knowledge and ideas. The internet and blogs are created to help share our ideas and finds with others who share the same interests and we should take advantage of these trusty sources when we can! -Carissa McGuigan
  • organize my blogs by geography (MN blogs), discipline (PR, social media, mobile), clients (industry blogs) and other miscellaneous categories (fun, business blogs, etc.).
    • maria onorato
      maria onorato on 06 Mar 15
       
      This is a great way to keep organized. It would be so much easier and quicker to find things you are looking for. I'm going to have to give this a try myself.
    • maria onorato
      maria onorato on 06 Mar 15
       
      Maria Onorato
    • tscott34
      tscott34 on 08 Mar 15
       
      I have been using Feedly and it is a great way to organize webpages, blogs, newspapers or organizations that I like to look at often.  However, I can't imagine actually only spending 15 minutes on there!!  Maybe I need to narrow down my scope a bit.  But I find that I will log-in and then spend an hour or two without realizing it!  Tonya Scott
    • jessqross
      jessqross on 22 Nov 15
       
      I know this piece resonated with me as I initially stated in the beginning of this course that I never had time to really manage my social media outlets when it came to posting and engaging on my music FB, twitter as well as my nonprofit. This gives a good way to manage them without feeling overwhelmed, more so not feeling like I don't have the time to manage them with my busy day to day schedule. -Jess Ross
    • jpb342
      jpb342 on 22 Nov 15
       
      I like that you highlighted this quote, because it gives us all a place to start with in using Feedly.  Instead of being lost we can organize it like it is laid out here.
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I agree, that this is a great tool to manage social media outlets in an efficient way. I have a hard time keeping up with checking all of my social media outlets on a daily basis. C. Spina
  • You know that time you waste each day standing in line for coffee, on the bus commuting or (gulp) in the bathroom (don’t lie, you know you do it)? You need to start using that time to your advantage.
    • cmm483
      cmm483 on 07 Mar 15
       
      I had never thought of looking through my things while I have down time, maybe I will be able to do this more now since my kids have their own ipods, kindles..... I'm going to try to do this more often, even if only 5 minutes a day! -Christina Miller
    • Cheryl Hornyak
      Cheryl Hornyak on 07 Mar 15
       
      Hi Christina, I was just thinking the same thing. I have to maximize my downtime! C. Hornyak
    • tscott34
      tscott34 on 08 Mar 15
       
      I understand what she is saying here, but I think that downtime can be good.  We need to be able to clear and rest our minds (and our eyes) sometimes.  Call me old-fashioned, but it really bothers me when I see people in public with their phones or ipads out and their eyes glued on it.  Especially young children.  I think this is one area where technology and social media is damaging our culture and society.  Just some thoughts! Sorry for the "soap-box"! Tonya Scott
    • ilanaaviva
      ilanaaviva on 08 Mar 15
       
      I think that this is a great example of how we can maximize our downtime and really put our smart phones to good use. I personally think that I would have to start making more of a conscious effort to do this because I tend to get caught up in my surroundings and would rather be present in the current moment than with my face in my phone. I completely understand the point of this strategy. I just think that for some people, they would have to change a lifestyle habit. -Ilana Haas
    • maria onorato
      maria onorato on 08 Mar 15
       
      I agree, I never thought that that 5 minutes in the bathroom can be beneficial, or maybe when you are on your lunch break from work. I'm going to have to remember that every time I have an extra 5 minutes to use it to my advantage and organize my PLN
    • maria onorato
      maria onorato on 08 Mar 15
       
      I'm sorry. I forgot to put my name- Maria Onorato
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 21 Nov 15
       
      Maximizeing down time can be a good idea, but it can also burn you out.  We are so connected all of the time that I think we need to take a break from technology every day.  I make my children do it, so I need to lead by example! (Dawn Lynn)
    • jpb342
      jpb342 on 22 Nov 15
       
      As others have said downtime is important to relax and little and destress.  So although there are times where downtime can be used for stuff like this, we do not want to create burnout.  For example, I know some off periods I get I should use for planning and prep, but some days I just use it to unwind after a stressful class.  During days like that I could not imagine doing something like this.
    • jpb342
      jpb342 on 22 Nov 15
       
      Forgot to post my name. (John Bugay)
    • ulshf280
      ulshf280 on 23 Nov 15
       
      I actually think that this is totally ridiculous. People can't be connected all of the time. Most of the time, these are the times where it is my actual and only downtime for the day and let me tell you, I am not wasting it on social media. I need it for my own sanity! (Felicia Ulsh)
    • charles stuart
      charles stuart on 23 Nov 15
       
      That's a great idea, but as most of you will soon, or at some point realize, when you move on to the journey of your doctorate, there's no such thing as "down time", but time management is definitely necessary, something that I am in constant struggle with.
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 23 Nov 15
       
      I agree - it feels so good to just leave all technology off for the day! I think deep down inside, my kids appreciate it, too:). -Dr. Fritz
    • tsc898
      tsc898 on 23 Nov 15
       
      I enjoyed this back and forth of opinions on using social media during downtime. The way I've always thought about it is whether my downtime has more opportunities from being present with my own thoughts and the world around me, or if this is a true downtime I should be taking advantage of. No one can tell you where to draw the line with too much use of technology, but I think there is a time to get busy on your phone and a time to give it a rest. Having worked at a Starbucks for some time in the past, I can say I've seen people miss great thing in the real world around them because of their phones, but I've also seen people enjoy their otherwise tedious and frustrating wait because of social media. All I can say for sure about this is to try to be mindful of those around you and to be dynamic about moving from the world on your phone to the world around you. Technology is given a bad rap because of how oblivious people can be when they use it in public. If now is the time to get stuff done in your downtime, make that little bit of effort to be good to the real people around you. Timothy Conley
    • wenwahl
      wenwahl on 05 Mar 16
       
      I can see where there are some points in time that can be used to do this but I do not think that every waking moment should be devoted to maximizing downtime. As with everything else, there should be balance. Sometimes standing in line is just for standing in line and not having your face buried in a phone. I understand what the writer is trying to say but think there should be some discretion for how literally it is applied. (W. Kerr)
    • cmcguigan91
      cmcguigan91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      I have mixed feelings about this statement. Everytime I have downtime I feel like I always reach for my phone and start browsing through all of my social media accounts. Lately I have been telling myself that I need to back off and back away from technology because I feel like it distracts me from the world around me and I don't feel like I take the time to notice my surroundings enough. I definitely think its important to try and keep up to date with new updates in the industry but I think its important to draw a line and a maximum amount of time spent doing this each day because it can really take away from personal relaxation time that I feel is important also. -Carissa McGuigan
    • shannonlowens
      shannonlowens on 06 Mar 16
       
      This reminds me of the time management exercise I used to do with college students.  I'd put a brick in a glass jar, then some stones, then some sand to fill in the gaps and ask if it was full.  When they would (inevitably) say it was full, I'd start pouring in water, then lead a discussion about finding those bits of downtime.  That being said, I think a teacher who is constantly ON - teaching, learning, seeking, reading, etc. - runs the risk of burning out very quickly.  This is especially true for those of us who are true introverts.  ~S. Owens  
    • prcammiso
      prcammiso on 06 Mar 16
       
      I strongly disagree with this quote. What happened to work/life balance? Downtime is important, and so is having interests outside of your job - especially for teachers who can get burnt out so easily. I think technology makes it so easy to be "working" 24/7 that we need to consciously separate ourselves from our jobs - which makes downtime so important. - P. Cammiso 
    • gabriellateresa
      gabriellateresa on 07 Mar 15
       
      When I was big into media and PR (before I realized my true passion in teaching!) I was ALWAYS on twitter. It actually got both myself and my significant other tons of business. I created one for both him and myself, and became so active in Twitter lists and following industry leaders that it actually had a huge effect in terms of promotion and clientele! -G.Ilisco
  • It’s a great list of interactive marketers and PR folks in the Twin Cities. Use Twitter lists to your advantage to make Twitter smaller–and more manageable–on a daily basis.
    • slm389
      slm389 on 09 Mar 15
       
      It is a great idea to steal these lists.  I don't know if I would know where to start in making my own lists, but stealing someone else's would also connect me to new Twitter bloggers! -S. Goodyear
    • jessqross
      jessqross on 22 Nov 15
       
      I am super excited to use these lists for the teacher blog/fb page I'd like to start as well as network with my nonprofit and music. I cannot believe I didn't know about this piece through twitter. This class has definitely enlightened my perspective on using social media, but understanding the simple frameworks that can make social media work for me instead of me working for it. -Jess Ross
    • gabriellateresa
      gabriellateresa on 07 Mar 15
       
      This strategy relates most to my personal life. I try my best to constantly have on my radio or podcasts to listen to as I'm doing tasks around the house. My favorite is Joel Osteen! It's such a great way to incorporate technology into your daily routines. -G.Ilisco
    • rjs387
      rjs387 on 09 Mar 15
       
      I'm not even sure how to find podcasts, let alone sort through them. Pointers anyone? Rudalia Sutton
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 11 Mar 15
       
      Rudalia - you can search for them on the Internet or look in Itunes. Sometimes the website will tell you they have them (news and sports sites especially).
  • Specifically, think about the time you’re captive, where you have nothing to do but the task at hand
  • The point is, get organized about your blog reading system
    • lminton25
      lminton25 on 07 Mar 15
       
      Ok so this is where I need to start really using social media to my benefit. I'm so used to getting my knowledge from reading magazines and talking to teachers that I work with that I forget how valuable social media is. Feebly is just the tool I need to stay organized because boy am I all over the place some days when it comes to keeping tabs on the different blogs that I sort through. With the use of feebly I can definitely take that 15 minutes to read through the important educational knowledge that is trending that I would have otherwise missed. - Lindsay Minton
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 09 Mar 15
       
      The really nice thing about feedly is that you can organize blogs into folders. So, I have my personal blogs (knitting, recipes, etc.) in separate folders. Then, I have a folder for student blogs, news, etc. -Dr. Fritz
    • slf327
      slf327 on 18 Nov 15
       
      I have never heard of this, but it is something that I think would be so beneficial. Now that I started a Twitter, I feel as if it is getting out of control, which gives me anxiety. Anything that helps me organized is a plus in my books! (Shannon Feerrar)
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 23 Nov 15
       
      Shannon - I try to get on Twitter for just a few minutes each day and scan through my feed. When the timer goes off, I leave it.....usually:). Dr. Fritz
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I like that this allows you to organize blogs in folders. It is similar to an e-mail account where you categorize e-mails. It makes it much easier to find the particular subject you are looking for. C. Spina
  • I use these articles and posts in presentations, client decks, blog posts and for reference in client meetings from time to time.
    • tscott34
      tscott34 on 08 Mar 15
       
      I really like this option although I haven't tried it.  It would be nice to be able to access highlighted information easily and quickly without having to take the time to search for the article in my bookmarks bar and then skim the article for the info.  I could pull up research or ideas at a team planning meeting or when I am writing lesson plans. Tonya Scott 
    • maria onorato
      maria onorato on 08 Mar 15
       
      This is actually a good idea. You never know when you might need a presentation for a work meeting, or an article for that matter.
    • maria onorato
      maria onorato on 08 Mar 15
       
      Sorry. I forgot to put my name.
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 21 Nov 15
       
      I agree, this would be a useful tool to access information quickly.  I can see using this when I'm teaching a new idea in science and I could have highlighted information ready to view on the SmartBoard to introduce the lesson or to add information to the lesson. (Dawn Lynn)
    • jpb342
      jpb342 on 22 Nov 15
       
      Diigo is a great tool for stuff like this, because we don't always have easy access to a pen and paper to write down the sources we found.  Diigo provides an easier way of doing this that is convenient, so finding and citing sources does not become the chore it can be. (John Bugay)
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I love that I can use this tool to easily share information with my staff. I like that you can highlight information that is important when I am delivering PD. C. Spina
  • Might not seem like much, but this gives you a great way to keep tabs on journalists you’re trying to develop relationships with, colleagues in the industry, business partners and other influencers. All of which you want to stay connected to.
    • tscott34
      tscott34 on 08 Mar 15
       
      Staying in contact with colleagues through facebook has been very helpful for me.  This may be a great collaboration tool.  A back-up plan so you don't miss anything colleagues are publishing.   Tonya Scott
    • James Hughes
      James Hughes on 08 Mar 15
       
      This seems like it would have direct application to creating a PLN and nurturing the online relationships in a meaningful give-and-take kind of way.
    • James Hughes
      James Hughes on 08 Mar 15
       
      Previous comment - J. Hughes
    • rjs387
      rjs387 on 09 Mar 15
       
      I agree that podcasts are a great way to extend your PLN. I have always wanted to create my own podcasts about teaching. I just didn't know how to get it out there into the digital cosmos. Rudalia Sutton
    • ryanjburks
      ryanjburks on 23 Nov 15
       
      The message that I'm getting from this section of the text is: "Stay Connected." This is directly related to the idea and use of PLNs that we have talked about in this class. There are many ways to build your PLN and this article gives wonderful tips.-Ryan Burks
  • The point is develop a process where you can scan and save a lot of posts/articles on the Web quickly and efficiently.
    • slm389
      slm389 on 09 Mar 15
       
      I like that the author gives ideas for tools to use, but basically just gives the idea that being organized is the most important part of the process.  Finding a way to keep a daily process efficient and reliable is what is most important.
    • ryanjburks
      ryanjburks on 23 Nov 15
       
      I agree completely with this statement. Using social media needs to be a planned process and something that can become habit and a routine. It can seem overwhelming at first, but I understand how this could be a useful activity.-Ryan Burks
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I love that these tools can allow me to more easily share resources with my staff. C. Spina
  • Many folks use Paper.li as a tool to curate content and then share that content on Twitter.
    • slm389
      slm389 on 09 Mar 15
       
      This is a great idea, but seems like it would be one of the more time consuming strategies.  I do like the image that the author also posted in the article of how Paper.li sorts through content for you. 
    • meridithhayden
      meridithhayden on 15 Mar 15
       
      I can see myself using this tool more in the summer.  I generally have more down time and would be able to take my time curating, rather than only able to allot 15-20 mins a day to any social media.  I will give this a try this coming summer. --Meridith Hayden
  • Paper.li
    • brittaniberg
      brittaniberg on 09 Mar 15
       
      This seems like a great thing.  It is a way to create and combine things that we read and find interesting and then share them with others in your field.  This could be a way to combine topics and articles then share the ideas with our students so they can see how what we are learning relates to the real world.  They can also see how others in industry are talking about what they are learning. B. Berg
  • curate content
    • barbaramay
      barbaramay on 22 Nov 15
       
      Good point--I agree. It is not being lazy...it is being resourceful and efficient. Barbara may
    • rjs387
      rjs387 on 09 Mar 15
       
      What does curate content mean? Rudalia Sutton
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 11 Mar 15
       
      "gather" content
  • Google Alerts.
    • lgbeeson
      lgbeeson on 02 Mar 16
       
      I never thought about adding a google alert to keep up with educational news but this is an outstanding idea! I could tailor my alerts with specific keywords to keep up with different things! - L. Beeson
    • rjs387
      rjs387 on 09 Mar 15
       
      Google has so many different ways to access information. I will be sure to check out Google Alerts. Rudalia Sutton
  • I organize my blogs by geography (MN blogs), discipline (PR, social media, mobile), clients (industry blogs) and other miscellaneous categories (fun, business blogs, etc.). With Feedly, I can scan headlines of these blogs in about 15 minutes a day (I give myself a hard stop). I look for posts that would be relevant to clients–and interesting to me. I bookmark those I think meet those criteria, maybe share them on Twitter/Facebook and move on. 100 blogs in 15 minutes. Believe it.
    • mrslynn1321
      mrslynn1321 on 21 Nov 15
       
      This is my goal to organize social media and bookmark those things that are important to me. i would like to read important blogs in 15 minutes each day. (Dawn Lynn)
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 23 Nov 15
       
      Dawn - try feedly.com. I really like it! (And Google Reader doesn't exist anymore). -Dr. Fritz
    • samanthaelaine
      samanthaelaine on 04 Mar 16
       
      Organization is the key to everything. My blog post are not organized at all. I think that is something I need to work on. If blogs are organized than it will be possible to read blogs in 15 minutes. S Ruggiero
  • Maximize downtime
    • barbaramay
      barbaramay on 22 Nov 15
       
      this is when I have to disagree--downtime should be downtime. We do not have to constantly inundate our brains with more and more information. Sometimes, we can just let our brains relax and "zone out."
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 23 Nov 15
       
      Author for previous statement so that I can give you credit???
  • I’m talking about podcasts.
  • All of which you want to stay connected to
  • All of which you want to stay connected to.
    • cloring
      cloring on 23 Nov 15
       
      I think it's a great idea to use a tool like Feedly that just let's you see headlines. That way, you're not overwhelmed looking through a bunch of blogs, and can just refer back to the ones that really interested you
    • cloring
      cloring on 23 Nov 15
       
      Previous comment: Chelsea Loring
    • mkm420fritz
      mkm420fritz on 23 Nov 15
       
      Yes, Chelsea - feedly lets you also organize your feeds by subject. It is really convenient to only have to go to one page to read all of your feeds! -Dr. Fritz
  • My Diigo archive is a goldmine of articles and blog posts I’ve saved over the last 5-6 years.
    • charles stuart
      charles stuart on 23 Nov 15
       
      Diigo, is very new to me and this has been my first experiences with this method of social media.  I am sure I will take some time in the near future to explore this with a deeper meaning.  What I am also finding that I find myself getting introduced to so many social media tools, that by the time I figure it all out, I will be retired and on a beach in a sunny state, but having on young adult a soph in college and one teenager in the 10th grade, and one  in the 7th and one in the 3rd (lol, that's all) I enjoy discussing some of this with them.  Especially my oldest two, to see what their knowledge base is where they are attending school.
    • Carolyn Cruz
      Carolyn Cruz on 05 Mar 16
       
      I never really thought about how valuable these tools can be. Here it is in black and white, yet again from another source. I hope to continue learning about more tools that we can use to help us build our network of resources. I agree completely that these tools can keep information at our fingertips, especially when we are all using so many mobile devices.
  • A colleague and I lamented this point a couple months ago: Why don’t more people take advantage of Twitter lists? They give you a great way to make Twitter smaller. Consider the opportunities
    • charles stuart
      charles stuart on 23 Nov 15
       
      I have used Twitter on a limited bases in the past, actually after reading this, it reminded me that I had a twitter account for my non-profit organization that was maintained by another person of my organization.  I just felt that I got the same with Linkedin and had gotten use to it.  For me it's if I get use to it change becomes difficult.  It took me years to get use to not hearing the original ground line sign in of AOL, and more so to stop using AOL, actually, I still go there every now and then.  This course, all though I will admit, I have not put my best efforts in, is a very valuable course in that it educates you on what is out there and how to use these tools.  I will, as I have stated revisit all of these great tools, it will only make us more informed and social media up to date... 
    • tsc898
      tsc898 on 23 Nov 15
       
      I relate to this sentiment a lot. Twitter has never been very attractive to me partially because it's such a vast expanse of small ideas and thoughts. I tend to prefer going through articles and blogs. It's refreshing to think that you can make twitter serve to make finding those things easier. It hasn't been the best time for me to start using these social media tools recently, but in the coming months I may be moving to twitter to make the ways I already browse the internet more accessible and efficient. Timothy Conley
  • One thing I learned a while ago when it comes to curating content. If someone else is doing it better than you, steal from them
    • charles stuart
      charles stuart on 23 Nov 15
       
      Or, "hire them" and pay them their worth to keep them!  One of the most important realization of self, is knowing your limitations a lesson over the years I have been forced to learn, started out with a pluming job in my house that should have taken 2 hours, instead it took two days and a call to the plummer at weekend rates. It was at this time I fully understood someone's worth in their abilities to do things much better then I am possible of doing...
  • Facebook
    • lgbeeson
      lgbeeson on 02 Mar 16
       
      I have added and keep finding new resources to follow on Facebook and I keep adding new individuals to follow on Facebook everyday, I have stumbled upon so many excellent resources and professional development advice since I began expanding my PLN during this quarter. - L. Beeson
  • You have to maximize your downtime.
    • akenkelen
      akenkelen on 02 Mar 16
       
      I agree with Arik Hanson that as teachers, we must maximize any downtime that we have.  However, I do not think that downtime should be spent reading education blogs and twitter posts.  At least, this shouldn't happen all the time.  Everyone needs time to remove themselves from their jobs.  Not being able to do causes burn out.  I personally look forward to the little breaks during the school day so that I can turn off my brain momentarily and recharge my batteries. - Alex Kenkelen (EDUC 611-901)
  • I’m talking about podcasts.
    • corso91
      corso91 on 03 Mar 16
       
      Podcasts are an amazing resource! I was not really into them until I started this class, but there are so many different types of podcasts you can utilize to help you in the classroom. My favorite time to listen to them are in the car in the morning commute (there's no good music on this time anyway) and during my prep period. I have just been listening to them in the background as I do other work in my classroom. It is a great resource that I wish that I knew about earlier. -L.Corso
    • genevieve_kelly
      genevieve_kelly on 06 Mar 16
       
      Podcasts are so useful! I think about how often I am in the car driving from student teaching to work to school to home. I often use podcasts while I'm driving. They are an excellent resource and they introduce me to new ideas and people that can help me in the classroom and enhance my learning. -Genevieve Kelly
  • Paper.li does all the heavy lifting–and serves me up a daily/weekly digest of posts from people Paper.li thinks I find influential/interesting.
    • andreasantella
      andreasantella on 03 Mar 16
       
      It is nice that it keeps track of what might be of interest to you and shares those posts with you weekly.  This could be a big time saver.
  • It’s invaluable information–and it’s all at my fingertips because of this “scan and save” process I’ve developed (not all that groundbreaking, keep in mind)
    • samanthaelaine
      samanthaelaine on 04 Mar 16
       
      There is so much information at our fingertips and we need to be able to use it. Tools that will help us become better teachers and help us in our classrooms are all invaluable information. Scanning and saving can help us in so many ways. S Ruggiero
  • I use Diigo to not only archive posts (by tags/topics), but also to share them
    • ecameron4
      ecameron4 on 04 Mar 16
       
      One of the best ways for me to utilize social media is the ability to save things for later. Almost every time I find a great source I find while I'm waiting in line or some other time when I don't really have time to read the information but know that I want to read it later. Up to this point I have been using Pinterest to pin articles and sources for later. Diigo is a great tool however because then I can organize my saved sources. In Pinterest I have look around and hope to find the picture that goes with the link but in Diigo I can tag the post and then find it easily later. This ability to save things for later is imperative for me personally to be able to most efficiently and effectively use social media on the regular (Erin Cameron)
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I agree with you that Pinterest is not as user friendly as Diigo. C. Spina
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      This is the first time I have used Digolet, but I think it is a great tool. I would love to see this used in school and for homework assignment. Students can go in and share there ideas about any article the instructor chooses. It is an easy way for students to collaborate. C. Spina
  • but also to share
  • Paper.li
    • Kelly VandenBosche
      Kelly VandenBosche on 04 Mar 16
       
      I just checked out paper.li and found that it is moving to a paid service on March 8th. But I wasn't that impressed with it anyway. The automatically generated papers were not very well keword organized. When searching for physics education, I got mostly physical education articles.
  • Feedly
    • Kelly VandenBosche
      Kelly VandenBosche on 04 Mar 16
       
      I never got into an RSS system, because I have been far too busy. As this author mentions, I could scan the headlines, but I would never have time to go back and read the articles. Perhaps once I am finished with my PhD and concurrent MS and only have one job, I can attempt this. Now that I have some strategies, it might work.
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I have never gotten into on either. I have also been too busy with work and grad school. I hope to read more during the summer months.
    • pilar_fradin
      pilar_fradin on 08 Mar 16
       
      I still can't even figure out how they work, and how I'm supposed to find the time to read the headlines behind the articles.  I can barely find enough time for my Facebook news feed!
  • But, I also discovered a new tool called Newsle recently (thanks Heather Whaling!) that serves you up alerts (emails) each time one of your LinkedIn, Facebook or email database contacts is featured in a news story
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I explored "Newsle" and I plan on using it in the future. It saves you the time of searching for news stories containing information about people you follow on Social Media. Many times, there is a news story that would provide beneficial information to you, but you miss it because you did not have the time to browse the internet that day. C. Spina
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I researched "Newsle"and plan on using it in the future. I love that you can be notified when someone you follow on Social Media is mentioned in a news story. We do not always have time to browse the internet, so we miss articles that would be beneficial to us.
  • And, you need more information to do your job more effectively–and efficiently. And you want to stay smarter about industry trends.
    • cas3238
      cas3238 on 04 Mar 16
       
      I found this statement to be so important, because we need to constantly be learning. Education is changing so rapidly that it is hard to keep up with everything that we need to know. The more knowledge that an educator has about current educational trends, will lead to more effective instruction. C. Spina
  • Strategy #5: Turn on the radio
  • Why don’t more people take advantage of Twitter lists? They give you a great way to make Twitter smaller.
    • wenwahl
      wenwahl on 05 Mar 16
       
      Twitter is so expansive that would be almost impossible to cover all the content. Making lists is a good way to be organized and utilize the time you spend on it wisely. (W.Kerr)
  • Again
    • juliawisniewski
      juliawisniewski on 05 Mar 16
       
      It is extremely important to think about the downtime we have (especially those who are student teaching). By listening to podcasts (I listen to mine on my commute), we can maximize our learning time without wasting any time! -Julia Wisniewski
  • This is where a social bookmarking tool called Diigo does some serious heavy lifting for me
  • Curating your own content can be just as powerful as reviewing others that have done it for you.
    • cmcguigan91
      cmcguigan91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      It can be beneficial to compile our own resources i.e. blogs/articles related to education. This helps us to actively acknowledge what our particular interests are as we browse and what we personally find important. I like the idea of following blogs that curate content for you but sometimes our own interests can change and by browsing content we can evolve the content we curate accordingly. It is great that this tool will provide suggestions for you based on your interests also as it would keep the process more efficient. -Carissa McGuigan
  • Don’t do all the work yourself–seek out those sources that already exist and use that information to your advantage.
  • Don’t do all the work yourself–seek out those sources that already exist and use that information to your advantage.
  • Why don’t more people take advantage of Twitter lists?
    • cmcguigan91
      cmcguigan91 on 05 Mar 16
       
      I began using twitter several years ago as a teenager. Since then I strictly viewed twitter as a way to communicate with friends and to tweet about random thoughts. I never once thought of twitter being used for the purpose of expanding my knowledge in my professional life as a teacher. It was not until this course that I realized how beneficial it could be to use twitter for the purpose of following blogs and finding articles that would allow me to expand my knowledge as a teacher according to my own interests. I completely intend to create a twitter profile that is strictly for following professional blogs geared towards education. -Carissa McGuigan
    • Megan Krotz
      Megan Krotz on 05 Mar 16
       
      X Add Sticky Note Megan Krotz less than a minute ago Private One of the biggest takeaways I am getting from this article is to use my downtime in a productive way. Just like preparing my food for the week is the only way I pack a lunch and eat healthy, I need to find shortcuts and plan to do things like read blogs during my downtime. I did not know about setting up alerts or ways to check twitter faster, I actually try to go through the entire timeline. I think I need to spend time setting up things like this for the week, like reading 100 blogs in 15 mins and checking twitter more often! 
  • Delicious
    • shannonlowens
      shannonlowens on 06 Mar 16
       
      I attempted to use Delicious for an assignment earlier this term, but it didn't appear to have any new content in the last two years, at least that pertained to education. ~S. Owens
  • Does this scenario sound familiar? You’re stuck in meetings all day. You have absolutely no time. Yet your boss is asking you to stay on top of all things social media-related.
    • marjorierothman
      marjorierothman on 06 Mar 16
       
      What I find to be very interesting about these opening comments is that it addresses the idea that many people are being asked to follow more information than they are reasonably able to. Then the article goes on to explain how it is possible to stay up-to-date with social media in a shorter amount of time than many people would believe is possible. I think this quote is interesting because it is intrigues the reader to find out how it is possible to do more than we think we can do. I remember the first time I was on the internet, my professor telling me that the problem of the future will be that there is too much information, and we will have to week through the information to find what is actually relevant. This thought lead me to ask if it is important to scan hundreds of blogs, or is it more important to have a stronger working knowledge of actual information? I further wonder, how much information do we need, and what is the reason for scanning hundreds of blogs?
    • epbraun
      epbraun on 08 Mar 16
       
      I see how this strategy could work but unless you got back to actually read, what are you really getting out of scanning 100 blogs in 15 minutes?  I see how this works for the author but as a teacher, am I really taking advantage of the blog if I'm only scanning at the pace of 100 blogs in 15 minutes?
    • epbraun
      epbraun on 08 Mar 16
       
      I LOVE DIIGO! One of my biggest issues with reading online is that you don't have the opportunity to mark up your reading like you do with paper.  I also love that you can save for latter and use it to collaborate.  I have started using Diigo before this class and I hope to now start a more regimented process for using it.
    • epbraun
      epbraun on 08 Mar 16
       
      Driving is always a great time to listen to podcasts!  Obviously you can't take notes if needed, but I've found that Siri is a great way to jot down some things if I need to.  Think about all the time you have to drive and now imagine that time being productive!  What a difference!
  • Feedly is a blog reader tool (much like Google Reader).
    • pilar_fradin
      pilar_fradin on 08 Mar 16
       
      Feedly is laid out nicely, however I still don't understand the concept of scanning 100 blogs in 15 minutes.  Isn't that the same as simply reading the headlines? Headlines can be extremely misleading.  I tried setting up a Feedly page and I like it, but I still am not sure how I'm going to read blogs so quickly-I guess I just have to start practicing! -P. Fradin
  • mwilliams28 on 25 Nov 15
     
    The Twitter List is a great way to filter out irrelevant posts when scrolling through your timeline. I'm not a fan of not being able to Tweet a response or add to the conversation though. Marissa J Williams
  • mwilliams28 on 29 Nov 15
     
    o Is a great article on differentiating instruction! Eliminating Assessment Fog based on these three guidelines; identifying clear learning targets, separating logistical from academic, and providing different options/opportunities for students to demonstrate their understanding of the content is a great way to filter out unnecessary details that may confuse our students and distract them from learning objectives and what we as teachers truly expect from them. Marissa J. Williams
  • ecameron4 on 04 Mar 16
     
    I just added my highlight and sticky note to the article but I only saw comments and highlights from 2015 so I wanted to make sure that I commented in the right place.
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