Twitter is yet another socila networking site. It uses the ability to update statuses to let followers know what the user is up to and a mini form of blogging.
It has really increased in popularity with a lot of celebrities using it, so lots of followers who are interested in learning what they are up to. Could it possibly replace gossip magazines? One could only hope!
Users can block certain people from following, but unless you actively do so, it won't happen. Anyone can follow virtually anyone! I suspect that's why its so popular with celebrities. A really good way for them to get the truth out there!
Twitter can be accessed online or even on your mobile phone, as now more and more technologies are available from your average mobile phone.
In regard to this technology having educationla benefits? I can't really see this happening. I wouldn't use it in my classroom as I feel that students would waste too much time being social and not get any educational benefits. It would be really hard to monitor the student's use.
But it is a fun application!
It has really increased in popularity with a lot of celebrities using it, so lots of followers who are interested in learning what they are up to. Could it possibly replace gossip magazines? One could only hope!
Users can block certain people from following, but unless you actively do so, it won't happen. Anyone can follow virtually anyone! I suspect that's why its so popular with celebrities. A really good way for them to get the truth out there!
Twitter can be accessed online or even on your mobile phone, as now more and more technologies are available from your average mobile phone.
In regard to this technology having educationla benefits? I can't really see this happening. I wouldn't use it in my classroom as I feel that students would waste too much time being social and not get any educational benefits. It would be really hard to monitor the student's use.
But it is a fun application!
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