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

Hapara

As K-12 schools increasingly rely on online resources in day-to-day instruction, safety takes on new proportions. A web filter for schools is commonly used to provide this safety for everyone who uses devices connected to the internet. ✔️ Not all web filters are created equal nor are all web filter companies.

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Is it Time for a Social Media Awareness Class?

Ask a Tech Teacher

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. Using the many resources that are available for cyber education schools can have an impact on students, which may prevent further tragedies. .

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How Technology Can Improve Digital Citizenship in K–12

EdTech Magazine

Digital citizenship and literacy allow one to interact with technology, media and digital resources in real-world situations safely and effectively, according to Meyer. Students are more exposed to the internet than ever. Create an Environment of Internet Safety. What Is Digital Citizenship?

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5 Ways to Teach Digital Citizenship (and the 9 Key P’s of Digital Citizenship)

The CoolCatTeacher

Stop, Screenshot, Block, Tell and Share – Free Internet Safety Poster. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. This company has no impact on the editorial content of the show. Listen Now. Stream by clicking here.

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Are Schools Helpless, Hapless When it Comes to IT Privacy and Security?

Doug Levin

As we look to lessons learned about how schools responded to the issue of internet safety beginning some twenty years ago, my read is that the current set of solutions and responses being advanced today to address privacy concerns can only be kindly described as ‘in need of improvement.’ and compliance.

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World Password Day — It’s Today!

Ask a Tech Teacher

Many schools use the latter to make it easier for students to remember the plethora of passwords for email, LMSs, cloud drives, math programs, and the increasingly common online resources used for their learning. Otherwise, I’d only change them when my bank, credit company, or favorite online store told me someone hacked their servers.

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How to block websites in K-12 schools

Hapara

Whether students type keywords into a Google search box or enter a URL (uniform resource locator) into the search engine address bar, your web filter should block unwanted content from reaching learners. . Abide by internet safety laws. The discounts give schools financial assistance for internet connectivity.