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Using Social Media in Education: 8 Can’t-Miss Tips

Hootsuite

In the example below, a “full class of 11th graders” got a simplified lesson in biology. Plus, most social networking sites and resources are free! How can social media be used in education? Social media has endless opportunities for educators. Build your social presence with a strategy.

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6 Skills You Need To Be A Social Media Professional

Convince & Convert

Being a great writer was formerly a key characteristic of many social pros, as being able to coherently write in 140 characters isn’t as easy as it appears. Today, with every social network embracing visuals and multi-media, being able to represent the brand visually is absolutely critical. Statistical Analysis.

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The Evolution of Social Media, and of Likeable

Likeable

The problem was, FiOS was still quite new, and we had trouble finding people who both already had service and wanted to host (even free) house parties. She had become a thought leader herself as the host of the popular All The Social Ladies podcast and the author of Work It: Secrets for Success from the Boldest Women in Business.

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2013 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals for Internet Marketers

Kikolani

If you’ve had your eye on a particular course, ebook, service, web host, WordPress plugin, or WordPress theme, now is the time to buy as the savings are HUGE! You’re a smart business person, but haven’t quite figured out how to make your website, email marketing, and all those social networks work for you.

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A First-Class Guide to Social Media for Travel

Sprout Social

If one of your goals is to drive website traffic, start sharing links to blog posts, landing pages and other content you’re publishing on social media. One of the first things you should do when creating a profile on a social network is add your website or blog URL to your bio or about section. Research Your Destination.

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Snapchat: An Emerging Platform for Teamwork and Collaboration

Waxing UnLyrical

In fact, I used Snapchat for the first time this semester to not only showcase what I am doing in my classes, but also to document, share, and collaborate with my students and fellow PR professors on projects and assignments. Feedback can range from presentations, proposals, and even homework assignments for class. Visual Chat session.

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How to Size Images for Facebook Event Cover Photos

Sprout Social

That’s why we provide the best-in-class Facebook management tools to ensure your efforts don’t go unnoticed. If you’re a business hosting an event and plan to send out Facebook invites, make sure your image is true to the occasion. Easily fit the same or multiple images to the correct dimensions across all social networks.

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