Graphite Blog

JUNE 6, 2019

Educators' approach to internet safety in the classroom has changed as the technology and our use of it continues to evolve. In the past, digital citizenship lessons on internet safety focused more on dos and don'ts, like do create safe passwords and don't talk to strangers online.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 27, 2017

With the rise of online games, web-based education, and smartphones that access everything from house lights to security systems, it’s not surprising to read these statistics: In 2013, 71 percent of the U.S. population age 3 and over used the Internet. Kids going around safety restrictions. by Lee Watanabe Crockett.

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Graphite Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

But complying with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) -- a requirement of E-rate -- doesn't have to be. What does E-rate have to do with digital citizenship? How do I get started with meeting CIPA requirements? Category One: Data Transmission Services and/or Internet Access.

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Waterford

MARCH 11, 2021

Be active: Prioritize active digital activities, like online learning games or interactive lessons, over passive activities, like watching a video. Train: If you’re an administrator, schedule a faculty training session on how to use your school’s technology and answer any questions.[11]. Sources: “Teaching Digital Natives.”

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Waterford

OCTOBER 1, 2019

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. October 14-18 is Digital Citizenship Week , so now is the perfect time to talk with children about healthy screen time habits. Recommended Screen Time for Kids by Age.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 6, 2021

On January 1, 1983, when the Internet was invented, mankind agreed to a binary choice: Invent passwords or forever regret their absence. Passwords are now required to access websites, banking, email, social media, favorite shopping sites, chat venues like iMessenger, and even certain documents. How to create strong passwords.

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Waterford

JANUARY 23, 2020

By learning to view it as a means of enhancing your lessons and resources, you can provide your students with tools and opportunities they may not otherwise access. So, why and how should you use technology in your classroom? Read on to discover the impact of technology in education and how to get the most from its unique benefits.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 2, 2020

On January 1, 1983, when the Internet was invented, mankind agreed to a binary choice: Invent passwords or forever regret their absence. Passwords are now required to access websites, banking, email, social media, favorite shopping sites, chat venues like iMessenger, and even certain documents. How to create strong passwords.

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Graphite Blog

JULY 11, 2018

In the Alisal Union School District in Salinas, California, we aim to establish a whole-community approach to digital citizenship. In addition, as we worked toward earning Common Sense Recognition , we needed to have a plan in place for how to engage the parent community on these topics.

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Graphite Blog

JULY 11, 2018

In the Alisal Union School District in Salinas, California, we aim to establish a whole-community approach to digital citizenship. In addition, as we worked toward earning Common Sense Recognition , we needed to have a plan in place for how to engage the parent community on these topics.

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Edsurge

MARCH 2, 2018

Finally, we identified the most critical elements of digital connectivity and planned speakers and activities to highlight how parents can be more attuned to what is happening at school. We planned to educate parents about internet safety, digital citizenship and Chromebook management.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 16, 2017

However, on the flipside, access to the wider internet may mean that there is a temptation for students to access websites with inappropriate content–or use it as a platform where negative behavior can escalate, such as for cyberbullying or other undesirable activities. Did you know that it’s Digital Citizenship Week?

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EdTechTeam

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

Often viewed as an add-on or separate from pedagogy, Digital Citizenship can suffer the same fate as educational technology. I am excited to take this challenge forward and collaborate with other educators on ways to continue to make character count in a connected world and how to involve students in the process.

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techlearning

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Blended and personalized learning with digital tools has flooded classrooms, but most teacher-prep programs do not incorporate digital citizenship as requirements for teacher certification. Then empower students with strategies to be good digital citizens.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 14, 2021

October has become the month where educators participate in events focused on digital citizenship. From October 1-31, activities are available to join in, whether for a day like during the DigCitSummit held last year, or an entire Digital Citizenship Week event, or Twitter chats and webinars focused on digital citizenship.

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techlearning

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

These include accessing, analyzing, and interpreting digital resources. They also include communicating, creating, and sharing using digital tools and programs. Mere substitution of digital for paper is an example of poorly practiced edtech. Learning what constitutes effective edtech is essential.

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Graphite Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2014

As a school that has a strong infrastructure in technology in the building, with BYOD, our students will now have the freedom of 24/7 access to the educational subscription services we provide and the ability to communicate and collaborate with others”. Lifting the ban is just the first step. Are you thinking about going BYOD?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Here’s what they had to say: Text-based AI interfaces provide an opportunity to help close the digital divide…and avoid an impending AI divide. By improving access to district systems and processes, school leaders will be able to better serve and meet the needs and expectations of the families they serve.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Here’s what they had to say: Text-based AI interfaces provide an opportunity to help close the digital divide…and avoid an impending AI divide. By improving access to district systems and processes, school leaders will be able to better serve and meet the needs and expectations of the families they serve.

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BYOT Network

APRIL 6, 2016

Netiquette – Building a positive digital footprint (some refer to it as a digital tattoo) is essential for today’s students. Many students have taught themselves how to utilize technology and have made unfortunate mistakes. It’s very difficult to understand one’s tone through digital means.

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BYOT Network

APRIL 6, 2016

Netiquette – Building a positive digital footprint (some refer to it as a digital tattoo) is essential for today’s students. Many students have taught themselves how to utilize technology and have made unfortunate mistakes. It’s very difficult to understand one’s tone through digital means.

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eSchool News

MARCH 1, 2016

Then search engines arrived, completely revolutionizing the way students accessed and consumed information over the web. Digital solutions such as classroom management, collaboration, and online polls allow teachers to be more productive so they spend less time administrating and more time teaching and interacting with pupils.

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Educational Technology Guy

JUNE 12, 2012

The How''s, Why''s and Value of Educational Technology 1. Internet Search and Research - educators need to know how to do a proper internet search, using search terms and modifiers. They also need to be able to teach proper internet search skills to their students, no matter what class they are teaching.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Bring Your Own Device (BOYD) is becoming an increasingly popular option for schools as they look to give students more access to technology. However, implementing BOYD in schools also presents some challenges such as data security, digital divide, and compatibility issues.

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