Why Twitter? Why Now? Using Twitter to create connections for learning
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The document discusses the use of Twitter as a platform for creating connections and learning. It details Twitter's interface, popular features like hashtags, retweets, and tweeting options, while also emphasizing the importance of visual elements in tweets. The content is focused on understanding Twitter's functionalities and maximizing engagement on the platform.
Why Twitter? Why Now? Using Twitter to create connections for learning
- 1. Image shared to the Public Domain by Geralt https://pixabay.com/images/id-3319619/ Why Twitter? Why now? Using Twitter to create connections for learning. Kay Oddone @kayoddone
- 4. The Twitter interface Your account The most popular hashtags (in real time) Trending hashtags Access home page Notifications Direct messages (private to you) Search people (@) or topics (#) Write tweets here (280 characters) View stream ordered chronologically or by ‘Top Tweets’ Add an image, gif or poll to your tweet Include someone in your tweet by mentioning them Include a hashtag so your tweets are seen by anyone who searches for that hashtag (not only those who follow you) Share tweet beyond Twitter Show you ‘like’ the tweet (and save it for later) ‘Retweet’ – share the tweet with your followers Make a comment and read others’ comments This indicates this tweet was retweeted Tweets with images/gifs get more attention (and more space to share info)
- 5. Anatomy of a Tweet Account tweeting Verified Twitter handle Date tweeted Link shared Mention Related keywords (hashtags) 4 people have shared this tweet 3 people like this tweet
- 7. Image shared to the Public Domain by Geralt https://pixabay.com/images/id-3319619/ Why Twitter? Why now? Q&A Kay Oddone @kayoddone