Why Tweet? What is the value of Twitter in the workplace?
Professionals and organizations are using this social networking tool to learn and share with each other about specific topics. I personally use Twitter to learn, follow professional organizations, share and connect with educators from all over the world. I see Twitter as part of my Personal Learning Network (PLN).
Here are some Twitter resources, tips, and tricks:
1. You can only use 140 characters per "tweet". When sharing urls, it may be helpful to use url shortener websites such as:
1. You can only use 140 characters per "tweet". When sharing urls, it may be helpful to use url shortener websites such as:
http://tinyurl.com/
2. You need a twitter name or "handle". Example: @libraryhat, @tweetjre
3. Retweeting: You can RT, or forward someone else's tweet. Click on the Retweet Button.
4. Use #hashtags! Helps create a searchable topic. A hashtag is a word, or a series of
characters with the "#" sign in front of it. For example: #science. Use a #hashtag when tweeting valuable
information or provide a useful resource. For a great list of #hashtags, go to
http://hashtags.org/
5. Make a point to tweet things that you personally value and that you think other people will value.
6. When someone is talking to you/about you in a tweet and mentions your handle name. Everyone who follows you can see this: Mention@username
7. Direct Message: This is a private message between two people. You can only DM people who follow you.
8. Follow: A Twitter friendship. When you following someone you subscribe to their Twitter updates. Every time they tweet it will appear on your Twitter home
9. Brush up on your Twitter etiquette:
2. You need a twitter name or "handle". Example: @libraryhat, @tweetjre
3. Retweeting: You can RT, or forward someone else's tweet. Click on the Retweet Button.
5. Make a point to tweet things that you personally value and that you think other people will value.
6. When someone is talking to you/about you in a tweet and mentions your handle name. Everyone who follows you can see this: Mention@username
7. Direct Message: This is a private message between two people. You can only DM people who follow you.
8. Follow: A Twitter friendship. When you following someone you subscribe to their Twitter updates. Every time they tweet it will appear on your Twitter home
9. Brush up on your Twitter etiquette:
- thank people for following you
- thank people for "retweeting" one of your tweets.
- thank people for "mentioning" you in one of their tweets.
- don't take credit for someone else's idea's, thoughts, etc.
- you don't have to follow everyone that follows you.
- people don't have to follow you if you follow them.
10. To learn more visit the following websites to learn more about Twitter.
Twitter Guide Book – How To, Tips and Instructions by Mashable
The Ultimate Guide for Everything Twitter
11. Have fun! Enjoy learning from others and contribute to your PLC when you can!
11. Have fun! Enjoy learning from others and contribute to your PLC when you can!
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