MathsTalk by AMSI Schools. Conversations in Maths education between experienced teachers, seeking to improve the teaching and learning of Mathematics in Australia and all over the world. Feedback is always welcome at https://calculate.org.au/mathstalk-podcast/
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episode 1: Twitter for Maths Education
Have you ever felt the urge to dip your toe in the murky waters of Twitter? In this episode, host, Leanne McMahon talks to Outreach Officer Cass Lowry about how to get started on Twitter and how it can be used as a part of your professional learning. We look at setting up your account, lurking, liking and finally getting involved in Twitter Chats - Especially ours! #MathsTalk 8pm AEST every Thursday.
If you'd like further information, drop us an email at choosemaths@amsi.org.au or get onto our website www.calculate.org.au.
Check out the following resources:
- Teachers on Twitter – Why you should join and how to get started: https://www.theguardian.com/teacher-network/2017/apr/20/teachers-on-twitter-why-join-get-started-social-media
- EduTwitter Chats
- #TLAPdownunder – Sunday 8pm AEST
- #aussieED – Sunday 8.30pm AEST
- #MathsTalk – Thursday 8pm AEST
- #PrimarySTEMChat – Thursday 8.30pm AEST
- #whatisschool – Friday 9am AEST
- Tips for managing a fast-paced Twitter chat (Craig Kemp): http://mrkempnz.com/2015/02/5-tips-for-managing-a-fast-paced-twitter-chat.html
- Why you should switch from Twitter to Tweetdeck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1q1dKe891pw