This document discusses the use of social media for networking. It defines social media as web-based applications used to connect people virtually to share ideas and interests. Several social networking tools are described, including blogs, wikis, social bookmarking, and popular social networking sites like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Foursquare. The document provides suggestions for using social networking sites professionally, such as creating a professional profile and limiting personal information. Educational social networking sites are also mentioned, and the benefits of social media for education are discussed. The conclusion is that social networking is becoming widespread, so people should embrace the technology while practicing self-control.

1. Networking using Social Media Dr. Ronda G. Henderson Assistant Professor Middle Tennessee State University 2010 TBEA Conference Doubletree Hotel, Murfreesboro September 24, 2010

2. Social Media—The Definition Wikipedia—media for social interaction, using highly accessible and scalable publishing techniques Dr. Henderson—Web-based applications used to bring people together virtually to discuss and/or share common ideas, thoughts, and/or interests

3. Social Networking Tools Blogs Wikis Social bookmarking Social networking sites

4. Weblogs (Blogs) Simple online journals Allows users to self-publish their thoughts in collective environment Privacy issues have been addressed with privacy settings Blogger.com

6. social bookmark link

8. Popular Social Networking Sites Facebook (over 500 million active users) Twitter (over 100 million users) LinkedIn (over 75 million users) Foursquare (500,000 users) Allow users to share within their individual networks

9. Become a fan today!

10. Digital resume

12. Use hashtags

13. Tweet informative links

14. GPS required

15. Social Networking Sites Suggestions to consider…. Recognize that “first impressions” begin online Create a professional profile Change your privacy settings so only select people can see your profile Assume that potential employers are conducting a virtual background check

16. Social Networking Sites Suggestions to consider…. “Google” yourself often and manage network (watch for tagged photos) Limit or avoid posting photos to professional social networking sites Use caution when adding sensitive or controversial information to your profile (religious and/or political views, age) Consider creating two separate profiles: personal vs. professional

20. Teacher Tube (similar to YouTube)

21. Flicker (photo sharing)

23. The Conclusion Social networking is here to stay! Embrace technology! It can be addictive; so practice self-control!

26. Questions or Comments? Thank You!