Pinterest - A valuable classroom tool or not?

I came across an interesting article today published by the University of Phoenix on how to use Pinterest as an online, visual resume (Link: http://www.phoenix.edu/forward/careers/2012/05/how-you-can-put-pinterest-to-work.html?utm_source=social&utm_medium=link&utm_content=articles&utm_campaign=facebook). This got me to thinking whether or not Pinterest could be a valuable social media outlet for use in a careers class.

Are there any experienced Pinterest users out there? This is one social media tool I have not explored. In my personal interactions, I have heard mixed reviews of Pinterest. However, being the consummate professional I am, I am always open to new ideas and to hearing how one can take something such as Pinterest and put an educational spin to it.

I would be curious to hear from all of you out there about Pinterest, especially if you have used it in the classroom. After reading the article above and looking at some of the ways in which this social media tool can be used from a professional standpoint, I think there may just be a way in which we can give our students one more way in which they can effectively use social media to advance both their personal and professional interests and goals.

Happy Wednesday and happy exploring! Be sure to share your insights on Pinterest as a comment to this post or by tweeting me @MCWhiteOH. I look forward to hearing what you have to say.