Entering the Twitterverse

I have used Twitter in the past, but only to socialize and communicate with friends.  I guess I didn't really GET it and didn't see the educational value in it.  Yep.  I couldn't have been MORE wrong.

I never really understood how to use hashtags to actually have a virtual conversation with other educators.  I went to TweetChat.com this week and actually followed a #nebedchat.  It blew my mind.  After only one time of kind of following along, I can see the great potential for an answer to any educational question.  I think #nebedchat stands for Nebraska Educator's Chat or something like that.  Anyway, it will be a great way to build my PLN and connect with likeminded individuals from across the state.  I have also seen #edchat on Twitter, but haven't participated in a chat with them yet.

I also enjoy all the nifty ways people integrate Twitter and Tweeting into different types of lingo. Examples include:

twabe (or twabes): Slang terms often used on Twitter to refer to a young woman. Can also be used as a flattering term that has roughly the same meaning as “dear” or “sweetheart.”

twabstinence: A slang term used to describe someone’s decision to cut back on their Twitter time because it is preventing them from completing their work or other important daily tasks.  

twabulous: A slang term used to describe a fabulous tweet.

Twaffic: Slang term used to mean "Twitter traffic."

Twalking: Slang term used to describe someone who is walking while they tweet, using a mobile device.

twart: A slang term meaning “Twitter art.”

Citation: http://www.webopedia.com/quick_ref/Twitter_Dictionary_Guide.asp

Anyway, I am excited to see what else Twitter has to offer!