Building Connections on Social Media to Combat Loneliness

Carly SpinaBlog

TL;DR: Build connections on social media to combat the loneliness you may be feeling. This post shares 7 tips for connecting online, including joining Twitter chats, using hashtags to find like-minded educators, engaging in conversations, being vulnerable, and being mindful of what you consume. Have you ever had a teacher bestie? I have. I used to have teachers who worked … Read More

Five Social Media Tips for Everyone

PJ CaposeyBlog, Edtech

TL:DR: There are 5 social media tips offered. Start by adding value by creating content and contributing, connect to others, and amplify other people’s messages. Build a presence on social media by having new, critical, or interesting thoughts. When you amplify and put kindness and thoughtfulness into the universe, you will be surprised at what may come from it. Be … Read More

Posts Beyond the Principal’s Account

Teach Better TeamBlog

TL;DR: Posts beyond the principal’s account should involve all staff and students. Involve all staff when creating posts for social media. Share curriculum information so stakeholders understand what is going on at school. Coordinate with coaches and club sponsors to ensure all groups are being represented equally on social media. Get students involved with sharing news on social media. If … Read More

The Power of Purpose

Teach Better TeamBlog, Student Engagement, Teach Happier

TL;DR: To overcome the difficulties of teaching in a pandemic, you have to find what works for you. Clearly define your purpose, write it down, and put it somewhere you will see every day. The key to unlocking unlimited potential begins with understanding the power of your purpose.   As you continue to endure and experience the 2020-2021 school year, it … Read More