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Exploring different types of web filters for K-12 schools

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If a school receives E-rate program discounts for Internet access, they need to follow CIPA guidelines, including implementing a web filter. CIPA also requires schools to monitor learners’ online activities and educate them about digital citizenship.

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Protecting Student Privacy on Social Media: Do's and Don'ts for Teachers

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Social media is an increasingly important part of students' lives; in fact, the average teen spends over an hour a day using social media. To be true digital citizens, our students need teachers who model pro-social, creative, and responsible social media use.

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10 Ways to Use Twitter in Class

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For anyone who missed the April announcement, Twitter switched its app category from ‘social media’ (where it consistently ranked in the top ten with Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, and Pinterest) to ‘news’ (now ranked #1, ahead of apps like CNN, Fox News, and Reddit). Formative assessment.

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What parents should ask teachers about technology

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Who teaches digital citizenship? . Teach digital citizenship is easily done either through dedicated platforms like Common Sense Media and Netsmartz , or a full-blown curriculum like this one from Structured Learning. End-of-year assessments of the Common Core grade-level standards are delivered online.

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TOP TIPS for Classroom Management in the Digital Age

EdTechTeam

I would argue more paper is used with 1:1 environments, but believe it will change as more and more teachers learn to assess in the cloud. Classroom Rules and Expectations This section begin with a school culture discussion related to acceptable use / digital citizenship policies. 55 for “Guidelines for Online Sharing”.

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Reducing Online Security and Privacy Risk in Your School

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Student privacy and school security are growing concerns in schools that can have consequences from negative media attention to losing parent and student trust. Defining and assessing levels of risk in the school is a crucial part of online security and privacy.

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Subscriber Special: February

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Building Digital Citizens. Here are general guidelines: up to 10 people per class (same low price–$750). We’ll help you integrate tech into your curriculum, teach digital citizenship, differentiate for your learners, and more. Assessment is project-based so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker.