To Tweet or not to Tweet - that is the question! The much-buzzed/hyped micro-blogging service Twitter is apparently getting high marks from some in the academic community. No longer just a means to learn what your favorite celebrity ate for breakfast, forward-thinking educators are finding ways to incorporate the service into the classroom. Twitter allows users to post brief messages in 140 characters or less. The pithy comments are a convenient means for teachers/students to share feedback, analysis, and ask qeustions. While the goal is to boost communication and better engage students in the learning process, not everyone agrees that Twitter has a place in the academic world. Security and privacy is always a concern when incorporating emerging Internet technologies into the classroom. In addition, while bridging the gap in digitial literacy is a goal, many educators (particularly in low-income areas) are concerned with fair access and equity. Unfortunately, many students may not have access to the digital tools outside of school.
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