Top 20 Education Influencers to Follow on Twitter in 2013
Education remains a powerhouse topic throughout the many realms of social media, especially when it comes to Twitter. And while that creates a large community of peers and a great place to find information - it can also make it difficult to find quality twitter feeds to follow.
From students to professors, Twitter is chocked-full of people and organizations who provide their followers with a thorough analysis of and varied opinions about the latest achievements, set-backs, and happenings in higher education today.
For the past three years Distance-Education.org has searched out the 20 Top Education Influencers on Twitter that you should be following. These masters of education and
social media provide their followers with a wide assortment
of tweets that cover everything from tips for
developing better study habits to humors quips
about the ups and downs of college life.
So, following the success of our 2010, 2011, 2012 lists, we here at Distance-Educaiton.org are proud to present our Top 20 Education Influencers to Follow on Twitter in 2013!
@jonbergmann - Tech Facilitator & Educational Consultant/Speaker. Flipped Classroom Pioneer. Voracious learner.
Why We Think They're Great
Dedicated to education, Jon Bergmann has a slew of accomplishments under his belt. From Serving on the Advisory Board for TED-Education to pioneering the concept of the Flipped Class Movement, Mr. Bergmann is a leader in the field and is focused on what is best for students in the classroom. Through his tweets, Mr. Bergmann offers his followers a plethora of educational resources and insightful thoughts on students-centered teaching.
@InnovativeEdu - Education innovator, agitator, blogger about the future of education & alternative education. Speaker and author
Why We Think They're Great
Speaking to audiences around the world, Lisa focuses on the future of education and the theories behind "Passion (not data) Driven Learning." Having worked for more than a decade in the public school system, Lisa works to develop supportive learning environments that are focused on real and innovative ways to prepare students for success. Followers of Lisa will enjoy a wide range of tweets that not only discuss the current state of education but the direction in which it is heading.
@theOCBlog - Charity Preston, M.A. is a K-12 teacher.Areas of expertise include curriculum development,technology integration into content areas,and data-driven instruction.
Why We Think They're Great
@theOCBlog, which is ran by Charity Preston, is an excellent resource for those who are interested in K-12 learning. With a blog that is committed to teachers who wish to be more efficient and effective educators, Charity provides her followers with fun and interactive tweets that cover topics ranging form lesson planning to daily classroom upkeep.
@EducationSector - Independent think tank committed to developing innovative solutions to our nation's most pressing education problems. Tweets by our communications team.
Why We Think They're Great
Created by Education Sector - an independent think tank, @EducationSector offers its Twitter followers a wide variety of tweets that discuss everything from student achievement to teacher tenure. @EducationSector is a must-follow for parents, students, and teachers!
@techinthearts - Exploring the intersection of arts management and technology. Research initiative of @CMU_MAM.
Why We Think They're Great
Created and operated by the Master of Arts Management program at Carnegie Mellon University's H. John Heinz III College, @TechInTheArts looks at the relationship of the arts and technology. @TechInTheArts' tweets cover a wide gambit of topics - from running a social media campaign to the ramification of education. So, if you are looking for a great resource for finding excellent content and conversation about the importance of technology in the Arts, then @TechInTheArts is a must-follow.
@coolcatteacher - Best teacher blog winner, co-founder @flatclassroom -called the Wikinator by my students, author- Flattening Classrooms, Engaging Minds, #flatclass pioneer, Mom
Why We Think They're Great
With a great passion and true excitement for education, @coolcatteacher offers her followers tweets that cover everything from inspirational and informative comments on education to little peeks into her own life…and yes, we think Elvis is awesome as well! As a follower of @coolcatteacher you will receive a flow of tweets that will feed your love of education and provide you with information and ideas about the current state of education.
@timbuckteeth - Web 2.0 researcher, author of The Digital Classroom, Associate Professor of learning technology, international speaker, disruptive activist.
Why We Think They're Great
Focusing of the intersection of Web 2.0 and the classroom, Steve Wheeler offers his followers a variety of tweets that discuss everything related to education and technology. From leaders in field to digital libraries, @timbuckteeth is at the top of the game when it comes to tweeting about education. So, if you are wanting to stay on top of the ever-changing world of educational technology then @timbuckteeth is the one to follow.
@mbasocial - A survival guide for getting you through the business school experience. Tweets about MBAs, entrepreneurship, and cool people.
Why We Think They're Great
An alum of The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and the founder and owner of MBA Social, Jenn Yee uses @mbasocial to provide followers with tips, advice, and real stories from actual MBA Students and their loved ones. Through her twitter feed, Jenn helps students with surviving the stress of business school. From resume tips to job openings, if you are wanting information on successfully navigating the trials and tribulation of business school, then @mbasocial is must follow.
@cheapscholar - College Administrator, Husband, Father of 3; Just helping others to achieve their educational dreams by the most affordable means possible..one tweet at a time
Why We Think They're Great
@CheapScholar, created by college administrator Doug Schantz, is an excellent resource for those who are searching for more information on topics related to paying for college, saving for college, financial aid, education loans, and many other topics related to the expenses of going to college. @CheapSchoalr is an excellent sources of information and conversation regarding all things "paying for college."
@willrich45 - Parent, author, speaker, instigator, blogger about the Web and its effects on schools, education and learning. Author of Why School?
Why We Think They're Great
Parent, author, speaker, and blogger, Will Richardson offers the followers of his twitter feed, @willrich45, a flow of information and discussions about the web and its effects on today's schools, students, educators, and learning styles. Those who follow @willrich45 will have an opportunity to not only enjoy his educational tweets, but also be privy to some truly great conversations about today's world of digital learning.
@dajbelshaw - I went to law school and came out a full time blogger. Go figure.
Why We Think They're Great
While his twitter feed says he is the Frugal Law Student, Brett McKay A.K.A. - @brettmckay - goes far beyond helping just law student find good deals on everything they need to succeed. Through both his Twitter feed and blog, Brett offers helpful tips and in-depth discussions about ways to survive the costly world of a college education. So, if you are in search of some great advice about pinching pennies in college, then @brettmckay is a must follow for you.
@TeachingBlogAdd - TBA is an award winning blog comprised of K-12 teachers sharing their practice to support education.
Why We Think They're Great
An award winning blog that focuses on the sharing of practices in supporting K-12 Education, @TeachingBlogAdd offers its followers a fresh look at what is happening in the world of education. Covering topics that range from stocking stuffers for teachers to teachery tidbits, @TeachingBlogAdd is a great source of information for any current or aspiring K-12 educator who are looking to connect with a great community of fellow educators.
@hickstro - Associate Professor of English, Central Michigan University; Director, Chippewa River Writing Project; Author, The Digital Writing Workshop (Heinemann)
Why We Think They're Great
Digital Writing and Digital Teaching is the name of the game for Tory Hicks. Better known as @hickstro in the world of Twitter, Mr. Hicks focuses his tweets on all things digital education. From writing tips to discussion topics, @hickstro offers his followers an educational and thought-provoking experience.
@scilearn - Learners can make 1 to 2 yr reading gains in as little as 3 months with our online programs. Results based on 250+ research studies.
Why We Think They're Great
From the gamification of the modern classroom to how the brain works, there is no topic in education that @scilern won't confront head on. Operated by Scientific Learning, an organization focused on helping people achieve their learning potential, @scilearn is an excellent resource for anyone who is looking for more information about student centered learning.
@curriculumcornr - The Curriculum Corner provides FREE resources for teachers using the common core as a base.
Why We Think They're Great
Produced by Jill McEldowney and Cath Henry, @curriculumcornr offers its followers a wide variety of tweet topics that cover everything from the solving word problems to online learning resources. A fun duo tweeting about all things education, @curriculumcornr is a topnotch twitter feed that is a must-follow for any educator in search of online education resources.
@tomkuhlmann - I write the Rapid Elearning Blog where I share practical tips & tricks for building elearning courses. Subscribe and get a free ebook.
Why We Think They're Great
Owner and writer for the blog Rapid Elearning Blog, @tomkuhlmann offers practical tips and tricks for building learning courses on both his blog and Twitter feed. With tweets covering topics such as Elearning, instructional design, and even educational development, @tomkuhlmann is an excellent resources for anyone who is looking for more information on elearning.
@wfryer - Husband, dad, teacher, author, speaker & friend. I love helping people communicate better with media. Author of Playing with Media
Why We Think They're Great
Offering his followers a fun mix of topics, the twitter feed from @wfryer is a must-follow for any one who is looking for a variety of tweets that cover everything from educational technology to entertaining videos. With a great sense of humor and a wide-breadth of educational knowledge, @wfryer is an excellent source of information and a great place to find a good laugh.
@shareski - I try not to take this place too seriously but occasionally I do. Wanna know more about how I use twitter? Watch. http://shareski.ca/y/followme
Why We Think They're Great
A Digital Learning Consultant, @shareski offers some really great insight into the world of Read/Write Web and how it shapes knowledge and the way we learn. Through his twitter feed, @shareski offers his followers a wide variety of information on topics, such as eLearning, life lessons, and even some fun family adventures.
@libraryleadpipe - Peer Reviewed Library Blogging.
Why We Think They're Great
@libraryleadpipe was cerated by a team of librarians who work in various types of libraries across the United States. Their twitter feed and blog offers followers information and opinions on a wide breadth of topics, including ALA, college students, literacy, and teaching technology. So, if you are fascinated by libraries and education, then @libraryleadpipe is a must-follow for you.
@elemenous - Apple Distinguished Educator Lucy Gray is an education technology and social media consultant; co-founder of the Global Education Conference.
Why We Think They're Great
With over eighteen years of experience, Lucy brings a great deal of passion to the field of education. On both her blog and Twitter feed, Lucy shares with the world her expansive knowledge of the use of technology and new media as key tools in a successful educational plan. From educational tools to thoughts on the direction of education, Lucy is a must follow for anyone who is passionate about learning.
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