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A new study from the University of Pennsylvania found that limiting social media usage to 30 minutes per day can lead to improvements in well-being. Via John Evans 
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This is a real thing.
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Here's something cool I recently stumbled upon! Just like I really enjoy the dark or reverse version of the Kindle App - there's
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There's a new look to Twitter - Choose the DARK SIDE! I find it easy to read & relaxing - easy to turn on and off. Why not give it a try? Lots of easy to follow How To's w/ pics AND a bonus QR Code feature!
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‘Private’ groups — like the one used by students whose Harvard acceptances were recently rescinded — may offer a false sense of confidence.
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GREAT Info & a Must Read for teachers & parents! on @nytimes Thanks, @EdTechSandyK!
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This is a mirror to a guest blog post on the YALSA blog ! WARNING: This post may take a while to load because of all the embedde
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Easy to do ISTAGRAM idea for promoting your school library, classroom, and school!
This is a MIRROR Post from an article I wrote for the @YALSA blog! Very honored to be asked!
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This guide is the work of many former NPR social media desk interns, including Tajha Chappellet-Lanier, Aggi Ashagre and Brandon Carter. It was last updated in August 2016. This guide will walk you through creating your first Snap and your Snapchat story. Your story is made of multiple Snaps, accessible to your followers for up to Continue Reading > Via Bookmarking Librarian
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This guide is the work of many former NPR social media desk interns,It was last updated in August 2016. This guide will walk you through creating your first Snap and your Snapchat story. Your story is made of multiple Snaps, accessible to your followers for up to 24 hours.
I still really don't see how this could be used as effectively as a professional educational or Library INSTAGRAM account.
I really need someone to sit me down & explain it and convince me! LOL
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It hurts when something you love goes away. Remember, how I said you didn't have to MARRY New Technology - you can just date it an
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It hit me like a ton of bricks last week when I found out that Vine, my beloved app for easy Video Book Trailers, Persuasive Reading Projects, Science Experiments, & Library promotion announced is going AWAY!
WTHeck!? Now what?
Here are a few website & APP alternatives & the compassion and sometime dispassion needed when favorite websites go POOF! I'm looking at you iGoogle, Backlfip, Yahooligans, and Hopstop!
READ THE REST on my Blog :-)
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Social media platforms are central to every aspect of teens' lives, from how they stay in touch with friends to how they engage with politics. And constantly refreshing their social feeds can feel simultaneously positive and negative: Teens say social media strengthens their relationships but also distracts them from in-person connection. Via John Evans
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Common Sense Media is just really the best!
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Sometimes, when you're sharing the benefits of a professional Social Media presence, it can become a bit bewildering and overwhelming.
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24 Social Media Shortcuts: At-A-Glance Tips for Educators Easy ways to craft a Professional Social Media presence with continuity across 3 popular platforms! DOWNLOAD PDF Printable!
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Facebook and Twitter won't fix fake news alone, says danah boyd. Today's information wars are also a reflection of us. Via Ivon Prefontaine, PhD, Bookmarking Librarian
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I always love reading what danah boyd aka @zephoria is talking about - she's always on point!
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This is a mirror to a guest blog post on the YALSA blog ! WARNING: This post may take a while to load because of all the embedde
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Easy tips to promote literacy & your library program with Instagram. Ideas sourced from ALL over the place!
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This article is planned to be published in the May issue of NEA Today Magazine (sadly, without my nifty custom graphic) but it's already online!
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This article is planned to be published in the May issue of NEA Today Magazine (sadly, without my nifty custom graphic) but it's already online!
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I wanted to share how we use Instagram, and I also am massively jealous of my daughter's blog writing in the BuzzFeed sort of format. I played with several things and finally just made a Google Site so I could upload the photos the way I wanted. Via Mary Reilley Clark
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This is the BEST Post! I'm stealing & trying ALL these great ideas! ~G
Mary Reilley Clark's curator insight,
November 16, 2016 5:40 PM
I hope you get some good tips here! And remember the advice from Gwyneth Jones about blogging: never apologize if you don't post on a regular basis! We're all doing the best we can in our libraries:)
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The potential of social networking sites in education is huge and we need to capitalize on it to enhance our professional development and consequently improve the quality of our instruction. Searching for articles on this topic , I came across Doug Johnson's post on the 10 social media competencies for teachers [http://doug-johnson.squarespace.com/blue-skunk-blog/2010/7/31/top-ten-social-media-competencies-for-teachers.html ]. I like the competencies Doug included and decided to make an infographic featuring all of these skills. Have a look and share with your colleagues. Via Elizabeth E Charles
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AWESOME!
Amy Weisz's curator insight,
January 21, 2014 9:38 AM
These are necessary skill for all teachers to help make our students "college and career" ready. 
Epict Italia's curator insight,
January 25, 2014 3:47 AM
Le competenze del docente che usa strumenti "Social" |
Interesting! Stopping Twitter NOW! LOL
for tonight! Unless something cool pops up.
Then maybe. OK.....for reals.