I was encouraged to create a Twitter List which is a folder composed of “like” Twitter accounts. At first I had no idea what I was really going to do. I figured I would log on and start FOLLOWING accounts related to my topic. Well, I was partially right! Since I was new to Twitter, I needed to search the site and find accounts that seemed interesting and creditable. The list I created is directly related to this Blog. All links on the list deal with the combination of education and ADHD in some way. While researching different Twitter accounts, I looked for common criteria to link them all together. Every account needed to be educational, ADHD/ADD based, referenced technology and relevant to school age children. It was also important that additional resources and links were accessible. I wanted accounts that had a plethora of things to think about and view.
While on my search I came across a lot of ADHD topics relating to adults. While these were interesting reads they did not focus on all my criteria requirements. I did locate many organizations that would be wonderful resources for educators and parents to follow. There were even some accounts that had links to webinars. One account was created by the host of an ADHD Support Group Radio Show. I am so excited about the wealth of resources I found. I encourage you to create a list on your Twitter account. Start by searching a topic that interests you. Do a search on the topic, find an account, review it and see who that person is following and who is following them. You’ll be amazed as your screen fills with resourceful links. It’s like opening one door to find another and another and another and so on and so on. This list has given me the opportunity to view the thoughts of parents with kids who have ADHD, educators teaching these kids and educational websites that provide support. One interesting account I found that led me to others was @CHADD-ADD. This is a non-profit organization that focuses on collaboration and communication among those interested in the area.
As I filter through, I am anxious to read lesson plans and other “hot topics” related to this Blog. I learned while creating this list that even though I may search one word, it could actually lead me to a link of another that is just as important. If ADHD is a topic of interest to you, please view this link and check out my Twitter List: https://twitter.com/#!/ZLWilson4/ed-529. I hope you consider getting started on THE LIST.
Leah, I am so glad you picked this topic. I don't think there is a teacher in this country that hasn't had to teach children with ADHD. It is such a booming education topic and I never even thought to check Twitter for information on it. I am excited to check out your list and the numerous resources you found.
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ReplyDeleteYou have found some great resources for ADHD. I know that I will use some of them to research special education and technology. It is just amazing how many people are tweeting about the topics that we are covering in class. 21st Century Education is on the move to enhance student learning. We as teachers must get on board and become knowledgeable about a variety of subjects. Not just our content knowledge, but we have to know a litle about every type of disability and know what strageties that we have to use to teach our many different students. I am glad you decided to pick ADHD as your topic, I know that I will learn alot from your blogs. If you find any information about Autism or other informative on special needs students just let me know and I will do the same for you.
I found out last semester that I had to narrow down my thoughts when I tried to post tweets to Twitter. Because you can only use 140 characters, I was always going over the limit. I am learning some of the shortcuts and hope to learn more in the future. Twitter is an exciting tool for teachers to use. Althought many schools have Twitter blocked off, it is an excellent resource for teachers and administrators.