Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
I borrowed a Facebook account today to search up school library pages on Facebook. I do not have an account for personal use but do see the immense need for a school library to have a Facebook account and the abundant resource it is. There were so many pages including: School-age in the Library, School Library Journal, School Library Media Specialists, and individual school library pages. An advantage of using Facebook would definitely be promoting the school library program. Facebook can be used to share important dates, information, resources, book reviews, recommended book lists, and pictures of library activities currently happening. However, a disadvantage would be that most students do not have a Facebook account because their parents are Facebook users. Although students many not be connected on Facebook, the librarian can use Facebook for communication with parents, teachers and the community.
An online news and social networking service that has users of all ages including students. I already had a Twitter account and was following most of our library science professors and professional organization groups. The biggest names in education technology today are:
Twitter @kathyschrock - Tweets are all technology, from iPod Touch, Apple Watch features and so much more. Great to keep you current on the latest developments and trends in the world of technology.
Thanks, @macworld, for the great article about Apple Watch features to start using. Some I knew, but some I did not! https://t.co/zF46X2jGDD
Twitter @lbraun2000 - Tweets include YALSA reminders and ideas for motivating student interest.
Twitter @globalearner - Tweets include inspirational and motivational words in education and inspiration to spark student interest.
The Daring Librarian, Gwyneth Jones is a librarian that is passionate about her library program.
Twitter @GwynethJones - She tweets motivational words, shares library and school event pictures and news.
Jim Lerman is an educator, designer, author, speaker, and project director.
Twitter @jimlerman - tweets about new technology, features and programs for teachers.
Instragram
Instagram is an amazing social media network. It is easy to share pictures and videos to promote the school library program with students, parents and the community. I am currently a middle school science teacher and I know that the majority of my students are on Instagram. Instagram is an excellent tool to motivate and engage student interest!
Linda W. Braun is a learning consultant, educator, teen advocate, and librarian.— Kathy Schrock (@kathyschrock) May 20, 2019
Twitter @lbraun2000 - Tweets include YALSA reminders and ideas for motivating student interest.
Alan November is a Globe Wandering Educator, Founder, November Learning, and author of Who Owns the Learner?“Educators often develop digital learning programs to meet youth interest…they can also leverage these interests by directly involving them in design of new programs, leading to deeper learning and engagement.” https://t.co/yDJDN9DwTN— Linda W Braun (@lbraun2000) May 16, 2019
Twitter @globalearner - Tweets include inspirational and motivational words in education and inspiration to spark student interest.
Alan November: “The goal of the Digital Learning Farm model is to redefine the role of the learner as a contributor, collaborator, and leader in the learning” by @globalearner #digitallearningfarm https://t.co/RmcajgBAqb pic.twitter.com/0wjIGM0LBg— November Learning (@NLearning) May 28, 2019
The Daring Librarian, Gwyneth Jones is a librarian that is passionate about her library program.
Twitter @GwynethJones - She tweets motivational words, shares library and school event pictures and news.
Our #ShakespeareCafé is shining bright in the Library Media Center! #CelebrateHCPSS #MGMSMd @HCPSS @HCPSS_GT #engchat @hcpss_mhms Great work, kids! & Mr Dunbar & Ms @StallingsELA ! pic.twitter.com/yVLr22WPWr— Gwyneth Jones (@GwynethJones) May 30, 2019
Jim Lerman is an educator, designer, author, speaker, and project director.
Twitter @jimlerman - tweets about new technology, features and programs for teachers.
Free Technology for Teachers: Nine Tutorials for Making Your Own Mobile App :: Richard Byrne https://t.co/pZZFkR4Rrq pic.twitter.com/TJXXMIOGWI— Jim Lerman (@jimlerman) May 27, 2019
Instragram
Instagram is an amazing social media network. It is easy to share pictures and videos to promote the school library program with students, parents and the community. I am currently a middle school science teacher and I know that the majority of my students are on Instagram. Instagram is an excellent tool to motivate and engage student interest!
I had to double check if I read correctly-you don’t have a FB?! Crazy to hear those words this day and age...and I don’t mean that in a negative way! I think it’s fantastic to hear that some don’t have social media since it can be addicting sometimes. It feels like I’ve always just had an account when in reality it’s only been about ten years or so that I’ve had one. Thanks for sharing your views on them all!
ReplyDeleteYour post was very informative! I don't have a personal facebook page either!!! I do have instagram and twitter! I like instagram the best! Espcially with all the new features they have such as Instagram live and Instgram TV! I also agree all the of our students are on the "Gram"!
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