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This presentation is directed toward educators who are interested in setting up a Twitter account to expand their Personal Learning

Network (PLN). It will take the user through the steps required to create a Twitter account and profile. At the completion of the presentation the user will have selected a Twitter username, created a Twitter account, and completed their Twitter profile with a picture and bio. The notes on the following slides are intended to be used by an individual (comfortable with content) who is supporting a fellow colleague (new user) in setting up a Twitter account. Notes are written as if speaking directly to the new user.

The sign up section is on the right-hand side of the Twitter home page As always it is very important to choose a strong password Tips for selecting a strong password include: a combination of upper and lower case letters, symbols and/or numbers (e.g. Calgary!432) After you click on the yellow Sign up for Twitter button you are taken to a page where you can confirm your full name, email address and password Once on that page make any necessary changes to your name, email and password Stay on that page for the next slide

The section after your full name, email and password is reserved for establishing your Twitter username A Twitter username is also referred to as your Twitter handle; it is the name after the @ symbol that is used to identify Twitter users (e.g. Rick Schwier uses @schwier) Twitter will suggest a default username for you based on your name but it is strongly recommended that you take the time to review these key considerations in order to choose wisely Twitter limits usernames to 15 characters Keeping your username short reduces the number of characters used in a Tweet (each Tweet is limited to 140 characters), and therefore allows more room for the body of the Tweet Consider that other Twitter users may be typing your username on a mobile device (e.g. smartphone) and long or complicated usernames will be cumbersome for these users You can use uppercase letters in your username and Twitter will display it as such, however it is not necessary for other Twitter users to use uppercase to refer to you or find you (i.e. Twitter usernames are not case sensitive) If you already have an online presence (on a blog or elsewhere) you may consider making your Twitter username consistent with your other online identities for uniformity (i.e. @theteacherlist, @langwitches) Select a username that can be used both professionally and personally Your online identity matters; if your name is attached to it, it is reflecting you Related resources: http://www.creativeeducation.co.uk/blog/index.php/2010/12/twitter-for-teachersa-guide-for-beginners/ http://www.bmob.co.uk/2010/07/22/twitter-101-how-to-choose-a-successfultwitter-name/

Now it is time to enter in the username you have selected by following these steps Delete Twitters suggested username (unless you are keeping it) As you type Twitter will check the availability of the name If your requested name is already in use, review the Twitter username considerations, and select another username Avoid the tendency to add a number after your first attempt of a username, instead select a modified version of the username you want, e.g. by adding a middle initial

Deselect Keep me logged-in on this computer Deselect Tailor Twitter based on my recent website visits These two setting options found on the account setup page (below the sections for your username) can be changed later, should you wish, by going into Personalization under Account Settings in Twitter Once you click the yellow Create Account button Twitter will direct you to a 60 second Getting Started activity which you can flip through for an overview should you wish Click on the link in the confirmation email you receive from Twitter to activate your account A Twitter account is activated only when you confirm it through the email you receive from Twitter

Regarding your Twitter Profile, Twitter states, This informa.on appears on your public prole, search results, and beyond. Your Twitter Profile allows you to add an image (also known as hatching your egg), a bio, your location and a related website (e.g. blog, school website, etc.) It is worth taking some time to complete your Twitter profile as it helps others find you, connect with you, and relate to you Developing an identity beyond just your Twitter username allows you to broaden your opportunities for establishing relevant connections with others on Twitter Your name on the Twitter Home page is located on the top left-hand side of the page Edit my Profile is located on the top right-hand side of the page You are now on the Twitter Profile page

Twitter profile pictures are displayed very small (48x48 pixels) so it is important to thoughtfully select an image knowing details such as text will not be visible in most cases Consider the impression your profile picture is giving and the tone of the online identity and presence you wish to create If you wish to create an avatar for your picture consider using WeeMee http://www.weeworld.com/

The Choose File button is located beside your default picture (an egg) Browse to the image file that you have selected for use as your Twitter profile picture Your profile picture can always be changed and updated as often as you wish by following the same steps listed here Following the steps on the slide above, you should then see the name of your image file listed next to the egg and Choose File button (i.e. tannis.jpg)

Adding a location on your profile page again contributes to your online identity and can assist in developing connections with other Twitter users Adding a location is not essential so if you are uncomfortable adding it at this time you may skip this step You can add or update your location at any time by accessing your profile when logged-in to your Twitter account (as outlined on Slide 6) Location can be city, province/state, country or any of these three Website can be personal blog, classroom blog, personal website, school website, etc.

It is very important to complete a Twitter bio The bio is instrumental in gaining Twitter followers with common interests, and ultimately building connections and a personal learning network Bios are brief and to the point, only 160 characters are permitted Be concise and honest Highlight some areas that will draw in other Twitter users around a similar topic, idea, interest Interests can include professional and personal areas of interest and passion Role as educator can include grade level, subject areas, areas of expertise Desired outcomes for Twitter use can include what you wish to accomplish through your use of Twitter (e.g. making connections, sharing resources, exploring big ideas, participating in a dialogue around educational topics, etc.) Learning goals can include areas you hope to explore more in your practice and/or professional development (e.g. inquiry, PBL, UDL, personalized learning, ePortfolios, global citizenship projects, etc.) The final option on this page is to decide whether or not to have your Tweets automatically posted to your Facebook page You can decide this now or later You must have a Facebook account already established

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Save changes is a blue button To view your newly created Profile click on your name on the top left-hand side of the page You will now see your name, Twitter username, profile picture and bio Your location and website will also be shown if you added them Congratulations, you are on your way to realizing the power of connecting, sharing and learning through Twitter Remember to log-out of Twitter when done, and to not select Remember Me on the Twitter Home page especially if using a school or public computer

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