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Social Networks: the WHAT, WHY, & How to using them professionally

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Author and Contributors: Dunham, Trudy (31 more by this author)
Publisher: CYFERnet (2010)
Review Level: University Extension
Primary Content Area: Technology
Content Type: General Information
Audience: Professionals, Educators & Program Staff
Resource Type: An extension or a land-grant developed resource
Keywords: social media, back channel, mobile technology, social networking
Description: Social networking—it's social, creative, participatory and immediate, and more than high school pals and fan clubs. What is professional use? 80% of companies use social networking to find employees. Professionals use it to network, find experts, talk through ideas, search for jobs, and more! This workshop is hands-on exploration of sites and tools to give you strategies and skills for professional social networking. (Prep: Bring your eXtension ID; get one from people.extension.org)
Media Type: Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation
Resource Listed: May 13, 2011
Resource Last Updated: June 17, 2011
Language: EN

Categories:

Technology: Technology Devices and Computers: Emerging Technologies and Trends - Hardware

Technology: Software, Applications, Games, and Gadgets: Collaboration and Communication Tools

Technology: Technology Utilization and Literacy: Technology Literacy

Technology: Software, Applications, Games, and Gadgets: Teaching and Learning Tools

Technology: Technology Devices and Computers: Handheld and Mobile Devices

Technology: Software, Applications, Games, and Gadgets: Emerging Technologies and Trends - Applications

Program Support: Other Information: Technology Integration

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