The document discusses trends in social media use in education, including results from a poll about blogging, podcasts, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube usage. It outlines various practices for using social media in teaching like publishing course materials online and using platforms like blogs, Twitter, and Facebook for class discussions and assignments. Examples are given of specific courses and programs that integrate social media in different ways. Potential benefits discussed include opportunities for professional development, public scholarship, and engaging prospective and current students.