Twitter is quickly becoming a global faculty lounge. Sure, it’s easy to waste a lot of time on the Internet-based microblogging service reading mundane details about people’s days. But you can also pick up some great higher-education gossip, track down colleagues to collaborate with, or get advice on how to improve your teaching or research.
In the latest installment of The Chronicle’s College 2.0 column, Jeffrey R. Young (@jryoung on Twitter) identifies 10 college professors and administrators — including (above) Sarah Evans, Jay Rosen, and Howard Rheingold — who use Twitter in interesting ways for networking, teaching, and scholarship. Check out the list, and feel free to suggest other college Tweeters in the comments.
Developing online and blended learning programs requires research and collaboration. Learn how top technology companies are partnering with campuses across the country to advance online learning as it becomes an increasingly important aspect of higher education.