Communicating & Connecting with Social Media (Essentials for Principals) by William M Ferriter

by William M. Ferriter

The central assertion in Communicating and Connecting With Social Media is that schools cannot continue to overlook the potential benefits that social media spaces hold for reaching out to our communities, preparing our teachers, and connecting with our kids. In this short text, the authors specifically examine how enterprising schools are using social media tools to provide customized professional development for teachers. They also explore the marketing and communications value of developing a social-networking presence and examine the kinds of school and district practices necessary for supporting successful school-based social media efforts. Administrators can use what they learn in Communicating and Connecting With Social Media to transform their communication practices. Chapter 1 explains several ways that administrators can use social media spaces to communicate with staff, students, parents, alumni, and other stakeholders. Chapter 2 focuses on how administrators can structure practical, meaningful, and engaging professional development sessions on social media. Chapter 3 explores the kinds of core behaviors that can help to ensure the responsible use of social media in schools. The epilogue focuses on the future of social media in education.

Hardcover

First published May 1, 2011

Reviews

[Patrick Larkin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a treasure chest of resources for those looking to begin or enhance the use of social media tools in their school communities for communication and learning. Social media has changed our world. Isn't it about time we harnessed its amazing power to change our school?