Tweeting for learning: A critical analysis of research on microblogging in education published in 2008-2011

Fei Gao is an assistant professor in Learning Design at Bowling Green State University. Her research focuses on designing technology-enhanced learning environments and assessing the effectiveness of these environments. Tian Luo is a doctoral student in the Department of Educational Studies at Ohio University. Her research interests center on using social media and social technologies to facilitate student learning in formal and informal educational settings. Ke Zhang is an associate professor at the College of Education at Wayne State University, USA. Address: 385 Education, 5425 Gullen Mall, Detroit, MI, 48202, USA. Email: [email protected]. Address for correspondence: Dr Fei Gao, Department of Visual Communication & Technology Education, Room 260 Technology Building, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403, USA. Email: [email protected]