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Twitter Resources

A collection of resources to help instructors learn more about Twitter.

Date Added to MERLOT:: April 22, 2014
Created by:: Julie Wolfe
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Twitter in Plain English (Tutorial)

Twitter in Plain English video. Explains Twitter basics.
The Complete Guide to Twitter Hashtags for Education (External link)

This website explains Twitter hashtags and also provides a list of popular hashtags related to education.
Twitter basics - Technical glossary (Workshop and Training Material)

Technical Glossary video about the basics of Twitter.
Twitter Projects for the College Classroom (Drill and Practice)

This resource links to page titled '25 Twitter Projects for the College Classroom'.
Twitter Engagement (Assignment)

A short extra-credit assignment using Twitter in the college classroom.
Implementing Live Twitter Chat Discussion Sessions (Reference Material)

"This document describes a wide variety of ways that Twitter can be used in the college classroom. "Since June 2011,... More

"This document describes a wide variety of ways that Twitter can be used in the college classroom. "Since June 2011, OnlineCollege.org has facilitated a weekly live chat (#IOLchat) via Twitter focused on topics related to online learning. During this time, many approaches, resources, and techniques have been tried – some have worked well and others weren’t so successful. While much of the existing online advice about Twitter chats is directed at social media professionals and marketers, this tool offers a way for educators to engage in and reshape traditional online discussions with their students. Twitter can be used for both synchronous and asynchronous communication and is gaining popularity with educators in both higher education and K-12 communities."