#IOLchat Archive

#IOLchat meets Wednesdays at 12PM ET to discuss trends and issues in online education.

Wednesday January 4, 2017
12:00 PM EST

CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:01 PM EST

Welcome to #IOLchat! Who is joining in today? #onlinelearning #onlineteaching
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:07 PM EST

Happy new year! from Colin Easom with Pima Medical Institute Online #IOLChat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:08 PM EST

Happy New Year to you, Colin! How are things in AZ this week? #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:09 PM EST

Doing well in AZ. A little "cold" at a mere 60 degrees ;) You? #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:10 PM EST

About the same here. ;) It's been a warm winter ... so far. #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:11 PM EST

Let's get started with today's topic: digital presence. Q1 coming up! ... #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:12 PM EST

Q1) What does your “digital presence” consist of right now? How would you describe it? #iolchat
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:13 PM EST

Calling @jshamsy ... are we playing tag again? LOL #iolchat
In reply to @jshamsy
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:16 PM EST

A1) That's a tough one... I guess my digital presence is primarily through social media; LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:16 PM EST

Or... are you the same person? ;) #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom, @jshamsy
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:18 PM EST

I think social media is a huge part of this for all of us - it comes up in searches, and is usually viewable by the public. #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:19 PM EST

One person with two identities ;) One boring online ed admin and one superhero pilot! #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @jshamsy
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:19 PM EST

Social media seems to be the easiest platform for a digital presence these days. It's taken over from websites #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:20 PM EST

Agreed! Easy to use, "everyone" has accounts of some kind, and is becoming part of both personal and professional lives #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:23 PM EST

Q2) How do you monitor your digital presence (or do you)? #iolchat
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:23 PM EST

Easy to "feed" information to people compared to websites. Social media allows more interaction and accessibility #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:24 PM EST

A) I occasionally Google myself to see what come sup on a search, and I manually update my social media pages #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:26 PM EST

Have you ever set up a Google Alert? #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:27 PM EST

I haven't, but that's probably a good idea! Have you? #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:29 PM EST

I have - can help you find mentions (in an interview, for example) or when referenced in some way. But misses some things. #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:31 PM EST

I'll set that up and see how it goes - thanks for the tip! #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:32 PM EST

Q3) What kind of digital presence does an online instructor (or online student) need? #iolchat
JackieAFlowers Jan 4 @ 12:34 PM EST

A1 - with twitter analytics #IOLchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:34 PM EST

Hello, Jackie! Thanks for jumping in! #iolchat
In reply to @JackieAFlowers
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:34 PM EST

A3) Great question! On;line presence needs to be "clean" and professional. More and more employers are monitoring digital presence #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:36 PM EST

I think "professional" is the key word for all of us. Students who are also thinking about future jobs - definitely! #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:36 PM EST

A3) It's a fine line between having your own opinions out there vs those an employer or students might wish (not) to see! #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:37 PM EST

How do you use Twitter Analytics to help you w/ digital presence? Are there particular functions you recommend? #iolchat
In reply to @JackieAFlowers
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:38 PM EST

Yes! I think it's also desirable to be more than "just work" online, but again - can be a fine line. #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
JackieAFlowers Jan 4 @ 12:41 PM EST

I use twitter analytics-how many people I am reaching through twitter. You will be amazed! https://t.co/BZv1snm3CX #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:41 PM EST

@CenterOnlineEd It's tough at times to feel you have freedom of speech/expression, yet to remain on the right side of "the line" #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:42 PM EST

Great tip! I have tried it before, but... need to make it part of my "monitoring" routine. #iolchat
In reply to @JackieAFlowers
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:43 PM EST

It's part of that whole skill set of "digital literacy" I think, which includes consideration of things like privacy. #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:44 PM EST

I've never used it either. Just turned the analytics on so will try this out - thanks! #iolchat
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @JackieAFlowers
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:45 PM EST

Q4) What tips do you have for those who are new to establishing a "digital presence?" Where to start? #iolchat
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:48 PM EST

A4) I usually recommend a professional LinkedIn profile to begin with. Get your credentials and experience out there #iolchat
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:49 PM EST

LinkedIn really is *the* place to start. :) Professional content, doesn't need frequent updates, easily found by Google... #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:50 PM EST

There are also a lot of great ideas and examples out there about how to create a good LinkedIn profile page. #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:51 PM EST

I've been reading about the importance of a mission & vision statement, even for individuals. LinkedIn is a great place for those #iolchat
JackieAFlowers Jan 4 @ 12:52 PM EST

A4) Educators are taking over Twitter! Build your PLN. Join #iolchat #aledchat #USEdChat and others. Follow @HigherEdSurge and me! ❤
In reply to @HigherEdSurge
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:53 PM EST

Twitter chats are great for expanding your network! (also try #DLNchat) #iolchat
In reply to @JackieAFlowers, @HigherEdSurge
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:54 PM EST

Well said - websites can be a big part of digital/online presence. But w/ a different use, focus perhaps. #IOLchat
In reply to @gathomp
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:57 PM EST

Almost at the top of the hour ... Thanks to @ceasom @JackieAFlowers @gathomp for sharing ideas about digital presence! #OnlineEd #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom, @JackieAFlowers, @gathomp
ceasom Jan 4 @ 12:58 PM EST

Thanks for the chat! Hope to be at more #iolchat in 2017!
In reply to @CenterOnlineEd, @JackieAFlowers, @gathomp
CenterOnlineEd - Moderator Jan 4 @ 12:59 PM EST

Great to have you back. ;) Have a great week, Colin! #iolchat
In reply to @ceasom