I was a member of Facebook for many years. I decided to quit using facebook in August 2012. I wasn't a part of any social media for many months. Recently I've decided to start a Twitter. I have talked to some colleagues about twitter and people say it isn't a "professional" way to communicate. I beg to differ. I think it can be professional if you keep it on a professional basis only. I have started a "professional twitter" where I follow ONLY earlychildhood and education topics and or organizations. I believe a twitter could really reach out to parents, as this is another form of communication. On my twitter lately, I have posted recipes for sensory ideas and asked teachers questions. I am hoping to have parents and teachers follow me, so that I can provide ideas for them. Take a look at my "professional twitter" and see what you think. How do you think your school would feel about this, if you were to share your "professional twitter" account with families? You could provide resources for them, that they can have in an instant.
Follow me @tishashipley
It will say Child Development
Follow me @tishashipley
It will say Child Development