http://plpnetwork.com/2012/04/20/growing-your-pln-with-twitter-2/

This article published in Powerful Learning Practice is designed for beginners in the world of PLNs.  The article is divided into ten sections, each targetting a practical approach to using Twitter:  creating a user name; additing a photo/profile; keeping abreast of what is trending in education; not taking it personally when not everyone you follow follows you; challenging, expanding, and sharing educational philosophies and pedagogies; knowing what to do when 140 characters is not enough; recommending educational resources; finding and entering contests; downloading the Twitter app; and sharing posts by clicking "ReTweet."     SPM