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Is it Time for a Social Media Awareness Class?

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In a 2021 study by McAfee, the cyber security software company, over three-quarters of American parents wished schools would do more to educate their children about online safety. Having used the content myself while teaching an elective technology class, I found them effective and eliciting necessary discussions about cyber safety.

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Understanding the legal implications of using web filters in K-12 schools

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Which laws that protect school children involve technology? Technology solutions now support the task of enforcing laws that protect children and education communities. CIPA requires schools or libraries eligible to receive discounts through the E-rate program to adopt and implement an internet safety policy.

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Discovery Education’s EdTech News Roundup – May 15

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From Teacher Appreciation Week to shifting technologies, it’s a busy time in education. But EdTech is really two topics: education and technology. Check out what’s trending in EdTech news! and student behavior with the goal of increasing employee satisfaction. The industry is set to grow by an impressive 13.6% from 2023 to 2030.

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Online College Classes Start Monday!

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Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Starts August 30, 2021. If students use the internet, they must be familiar with the rights and responsibilities required to be good digital citizens. internet safety.

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College Credit Classes in Remote Teaching/Blended Learning

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Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Starts June 14, 2021. If students use the internet, they must be familiar with the rights and responsibilities required to be good digital citizens. internet safety.

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Classes in Remote Teaching

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Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Starts May 17, 2021. If students use the internet, they must be familiar with the rights and responsibilities required to be good digital citizens. internet safety.

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Online College Credit Classes Forming

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Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. March 1, 2021, June 28, 2021. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. INTASC 1, 7.