Democratising the Learning Process: The Use of T witter in the Teaching of Politics and International Relations

T witter has become an established feature of the contemporary landscape. It has been used by, among others, politicians, political parties, governments, international organisations, charities, think‐tanks and individuals from academics to celebrities. T witter has also been subject to a great deal of debate and analysis. This includes its impact on the relationship between government and citizens, a point that came to the fore in the 2011 A rab S pring when T witter provided an important communication vehicle for popular uprising. However, less has been written on the use and impact of T witter as a method to support learning and teaching. This article examines the use of T witter as a way of promoting student engagement, arguing that it offers the opportunity to democratise student learning.