Hunt and GatherUsing Twitter, Facebook, or Blogger

● Connect current events to classroom● Takes classroom into digital common space● Easy access for content used in class

Why should faculty curate content?

How to Use Twitter and Facebook

● Consistent Contact: 3-5 times a day ● Curate high quality content ● Relate content to classroom and life● Retweets/reposts connect students with

other organizations● Shows learning/researching a habit of mind

Twitter and Facebook limitations● Requires regular upkeep

● Not searchable

● No room to expand on ideas or easily track conversation

How to use blogs

● Follow other blogs related to your theme● Take time to discuss an article or topic● End with a question to inspire discussion● Moderate discussion postings● Create longer postings, less often