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How to Increase Family Involvement with Connection

Waterford

Check out Waterford’s on-demand webinar page and learn how to implement CARES, a framework for inclusive family communication, genuine relationships, clear and flexible expectations, and concrete support, in your schools. You may be surprised at how useful this insightful feedback is for improving your school culture. 2011, March).

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How to Help Students Avoid Getting Duped Online — and by AI Chatbots

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Students these days are terrible at sorting true facts from misinformation online and on social media, many studies show. Instead, they just need a little bit of guidance on how to approach the flood of text, images and websites they encounter on a daily basis. How should people approach information online or in social media?

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To Teach Digital Citizenship Effectively, Educators Say It’s Time to Unblock Social Media

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Since 2011 Banned Books Week has included a day to recognize banned websites. Teachers and principals also increasingly voice opposition to blocking social websites, noting that schools have an obligation to teach students how to use social media responsibly. Librarians are not the only ones calling out censorship.

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How to Promote Family Engagement During the First Weeks of School

Waterford

Learn why family engagement matters and how to encourage it in your classroom from the first day of school onward. How to Prepare for Back to School Night. Consider using an email newsletter, private social media group, or school communication app to keep families updated.[3]. Sources : 1. Ferlazzo, J. Henderson, W.

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How to Set Healthy Screen Time Habits: A Guide for Parents

Waterford

While older generations needed to learn how to use digital media, our children face a different task: managing and using screen time in healthy ways. Read on to learn all about types of screen time, how much screen time the experts recommend, and how to set healthy digital media habits at home. Sources : Sigman, A.

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Asynchronous Learning: What It Is and How to Use Asynchronous Instruction with Students

Waterford

Read on to discover what asynchronous learning is and how to determine if it is the right strategy for your students. Take texting or social media interaction, for example. Show students how to pace themselves in an asynchronous setting. Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability, 24(4), 2011, pp.

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Michelle Luhtala Wins AASL Social Media Superstars Award

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edWeb is so excited to congratulate Michelle Luhtala, department chair at New Canaan High School Library in Connecticut, for being selected as a 2017 AASL Social Media Superstars winner ! I’m the founder of edWeb.net and had just started our social network for educators. Time well spent. Thank you to both of you.