Moving from digital citizenship to digital leadership
My motto and philosophy for my school library is “expect the miraculous.” Inspired by my favorite author, Kate DiCamillo, I encourage students and educators to keep their eyes…
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Get the most out of LinkedIn
Until recently my professional social media presence was exclusively on Twitter (@matthewxjoseph). That was until I had a conversation with a successful and reputable professional—Rita Oates—who told me…
Digital footprint? Try digital tattoo, experts say
In digital citizenship education, the idea of a digital footprint--the "tracks" students leave behind online as they interact on social media and put information online--is nothing new. But…
How to use social media in the classroom
Today’s educators have a love-hate relationship with social media. They recognize that five-year-olds know how to use tablets better than their parents and that many kids have smartphones…
Cyberbullying is NOT a technology issue-here’s how to really combat it.
Cyberbullying continues to grow and present itself as a huge challenge for schools, government policy makers, stakeholders, parents and the community—but is regulating access to technology and social…
14 trailblazing educators you should follow on Twitter
Social media plays a large role in today's society, and most educators aren't scared to jump in and leverage Twitter, Facebook and other social networks to increase their…
3 tips for teachers addressing the election
By now we’ve all been inundated with pre- and post-election coverage and analysis on numerous media platforms. It seems as if we might never escape the constant barrage…
How to sharpen students’ critical thinking skills online
With smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices, students have 24/7 access to news, information, and opinions—not all of which are ... Read more
14 surprising facts about educators’ social media use
Social media has fast become an educator's dream, with almost immediate responses to questions about teaching strategies, resources, and professional development opportunities. But how are educators really using…
5 tips to engage parents using technology they already use
The trick to getting more parents involved in what's going on in the classroom: stick to video, social media, and other familiar tech.
14 sites to successfully crowdfund your classroom
A closer look at today’s biggest crowdfunding sites for K-12 and beyond Crowdfunding, which harnesses the “crowd” to gain needed ... Read more
What makes a great education tweet?
Writing an education tweet that adds value and gets noticed takes some practice. Here are one Twitter savant's top tips.
Is there enough diversity in your social media?
As we consume more social media, our perspectives are getting less diverse. That's a problem -- for us and for students.
A helpline for schools tackling cyberbullying
First-of-its-kind pilot gives schools a new tool for combating cyberbullying on social media -- a helpline with close ties to Facebook and Twitter.
7 tips for teachers building collaborative, fearless PLNs
Collaboration is a process. Try these best practices for networking with colleagues in your building and around the globe.
8 great ways to jumpstart your Google+/Twitter PLN
Twitter and Google+ may not have been designed for educators, but every day thousands of teachers, school leaders, and learners of all sizes take to social media to…
Steps for successful classroom social media use
Social media is a valuable tool when used appropriately and with common sense Social media isn’t exactly new, but its ... Read more
Top 10 ed-tech stories of 2013, No. 6: BYOD and social media
In school systems from coast to coast, tech-savvy educators experimented with augmented reality, educational gaming, and other techniques designed to enhance teaching and learning. These are only some…
Pasco leads way as school districts explore social media
When she opened her Twitter account for work in early 2012, Jessica Schultz was an anomaly in Pasco County schools, the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Teacher vs student: How each actually uses social media
At some point in my life, a few years back, Facebook became much less…interesting to me, Edudemic reports.
Wichita school board bans personal use of social media at work
Wichita school board members unanimously approved a policy Monday that prohibits employees from using personal social media accounts during district time or on district computers, Kansas.com reports.
Social media can help educators improve learning
Teachers hear it all the time: Using social media will help increase professional development opportunities, it will engage students, and it can help students make real-world connections between…
Social media as breaking-news feed: Worse information, faster
If speed is the currency of the modern information era, misinformation is the increasingly high cost, CNET reports.
Tips for using Pinterest in the classroom
Many aspiring crafters and cooking fanatics are familiar with Pinterest, a social media site set up like a virtual bulletin board in which users “pin” favorite home décor,…
Survey: Analytics ‘revolution’ slow to reach recruitment
Campus technology leaders are using their massive reams of data to improve their schools’ websites, social media presences, and marketing strategies—but many campuses aren’t using analytics to optimize…
U.S. National Archives asks whether politicians’ tweets and blogs are ‘official government records’
Much of the Internet buzz surrounding today's midterm elections in the U.S. revolves around voter participation and how social media may or may not impact turnout, reports ReadWriteWeb.
How to use higher education’s ‘new toy’: Social media
Campus technology officials in charge of social media efforts have come to a consensus: There are no social media experts, so keep experimenting with your school’s tweeting, linking,…
How to avoid committing social media gaffes
With social media use nearly universal, school districts need to develop guidelines to help employees navigate this new terrain successfully. Here are some tips to avoid committing major…
Facebook Places: Marketing tool or educational asset?
The University of Kentucky, if all goes according to the campus’s marketing plan, could pop up in 1.3 million Facebook news feeds during the fall semester—and students might…
Students: Social media blackout eye-opening, ‘annoying’
Students at Harrisburg University, where technology officials recently deprived students of social media access for one week, said the restriction was a minor inconvenience for many on campus,…
Social media site an ‘academic supplement’ to Facebook
Instead of a Facebook news feed cluttered with tidbits about friends’ FarmVille progress, Boris Revsin wants a social media site that alerts college students to the latest in…
Beware of fake Facebook ‘dislike’ button
Lots of people have clamored for a “dislike” button on Facebook, which so far only officially allows people to "like" content on its site. Now, some social-media spoilers…
Companies turn to social media for grant-giving
As celebrities, politicians, and students alike increasingly use social media to stay connected, education experts say they have noticed a growing number of companies turning to social media…
How online research can make the grade
Not too long ago, the golden rules for high school and college students turning to the web as a research tool were simple: Treat digital content that's never…
Study: Students do care about Facebook privacy
A close look at college students’ reaction to Facebook privacy policies revealed concern about online identities as news outlets pushed the issue to the forefront with increasing coverage…
Google’s march toward social networking
Google this week confirmed its acquisition of online entertainment company Slide, PC World reports.
New OSU social media network helps students connect
Classes don't start for another three weeks at Oklahoma State University, but freshman Tandrea Lambert already has found dozens of future classmates with similar interests, reports NewsOK.com. Lambert…