Communicating and Collaborating with Social Media

Communication technologies provide ways for teachers to connect with their students, promote meaningful learning , and extend academics beyond the confines of regular school time

Using Emails and IM with your students

• Teach About Spelling
• Establish connections to Libraries, Museums, and Universities
• Initiate Correspondence with Elected Officials and Other Public Policy Makers

blogs and websites for Teachers

• One of the most important ways for teachers to communicate with students, families, and colleagues are blogs
• A teacher website's helps you highlight who you are and what you have accomplished serving as a digital portfolio, also includes information about your classes and work done by your students

Wikis as Collaborative Learning Strategy

• Use technology in meaningful ways in the classroom
• Collaborate with peers and colleagues
• Publish their writing and other creative or scientific work
• Receive feedback inside and outside of the classroom