"Twitter is a tool that educators can use to connect globally and build their PLNs (Personal/Professional Learning Networks). In this book, Brad, Billy, and Scott give 140 practical tips that educators can use to leverage the power of social media to help their pedagogy. Readers will glean chunks of wisdom from the Twitter experts who brought us #Satchat and inspired thousands of educators worldwide." Sarah Thomas @sarahdateechur. Regional Technology Coordinator in Prince George's County, Maryland and Digital Innovation in Learning Award Winner."140 Twitter Tips for Educators is the perfect PD for those who don't get Twitter in education. You'll unleash learning and get excited about teaching again, 140 tips at a time. #awesome" --Vicki Davis (@coolcatteacher), Mashable "Rockstar" Teacher on Twitter, author: The Cool Cat Teacher Blog and Reinventing Writing, host: Every Classroom Matters.--Cover.

Section 1. Getting started: Start with the basics -- Prepare for your first tweet -- Your first tweet -- Section 2. Taking Twitter to a higher level: The power of Twitter and Education conferences -- Building Twitter stamina builds your PLN -- Twitter at the school building and district levels -- Linking Twitter with your Blog builds presence and your PLN -- Getting into the details of your Twitter use -- Contribute to the greater good on Twitter -- Section 3. Becoming a Twitter rock star: Making connections far and wide -- Apps, Websites, Oh my! -- Taking Twitter chats to the next level -- Educational advocacy through Twitter -- Twitter and the business of education -- Why this book, and why us? -- Resources. .