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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Social Media

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For example, schools can post virtual open houses, introduce new staff with a Twitter chat, or multimedia summaries of events. This edWeb broadcast was hosted by Common Sense Education and sponsored by Symantec. Symantec was founded in 1982 by visionary computer scientists. Moreover, posts should go beyond announcements.

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Top Edtech Classroom Tools

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Newsela : With leveled texts aimed at the classroom, this news platform addresses current events and trending issues. Magnus’ Kingdom of Chess and DragonBox Algebra 5+ : Published by the same company, these games teach chess and algebra in a way that students have no clue they’re learning. Social Studies Stunners.

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To Find Diverse Talent, Some Companies Look to College Clubs

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College career fairs look like an awkward high school dance: Students circle around company booths, unsure whether to stop and drop off a resume. Companies blindly court juniors and seniors to their floorspace, hoping that they’ll be the right fit for internships and full-time positions. A New Student-Company Matchmaker.

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