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3 Favorite Social Media Tools

__Twitter__
 * Name:** Twitter
 * Link:** []
 * Uses:** Communication with class members, parents, and other stakeholders; providing links and enrichment materials to the class
 * Potential problems:** 140 character limit means that messages will not have much depth; potential for inappropriate material to be distributed if the account gets hacked
 * Rating:** 4 stars (out of 5)

__Linked In__
 * Name:** Linked In
 * Link:** []
 * Uses:** Networking with other teachers; professional development; development of a personal learning network; career advancement opportunities
 * Potential Problems:** accidental dissemination of private or confidential material
 * Rating:** 4 stars (out of 5)

__Facebook__
 * Name:** Facebook
 * Link:** []
 * Uses:** Communication with class members, parents, and other stakeholders; news aggregation; class discussions and activities
 * Potential problems:** Variety of apps and side programs provide ample opportunities for the class to get off topic; difficult to understand security settings may present privacy issues for students who are under 18
 * Rating:** 2.5 stars (out of 5)