Dive Summary:
- TeachThought has compiled a list of ways Twitter can be used to improve classroom functions on many different levels.
- The list is divided into categories including communication, organization, resources, writing skills and Twitter exercises.
- A few examples of educational Twitter uses include providing class re-caps, giving feedback on tweeted sentences and sharing resources.
From the article:
Social media offers some great opportunities for learning in the classroom, bringing together the ability to collaborate, access worldwide resources, and find new and interesting ways to communicate in one easily accessible place. Teachers around the world have found innovative ways to use Twitter as a teaching tool (including TeachThought’s favorite), and we’ve shared many of these great ideas here with you. Read on, and we’ll explore 60 inspiring ways that teachers and students can put Twitter to work in the classroom. ...