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Is it Time for a Social Media Awareness Class?

Ask a Tech Teacher

Christian Miraglia, Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, has some great ideas on teaching kids about Social Media Awareness: Over the last decade, there has been pressure in the K-12 learning environment to create classes that address everything from managing your money to various efforts to address cultural inequalities.

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

Hapara

CIPA requires schools or libraries eligible to receive discounts through the E-rate program to adopt and implement an internet safety policy. Most educational institutions in this category simplify their compliance by purchasing and using a web filter from a reputable company. What are CIPA guidelines for filtering?

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How to block websites in K-12 schools

Hapara

Abide by internet safety laws. The federal Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) was enacted in 2000 and requires schools to have an internet safety policy in place to receive E-rate program discounts. The discounts give schools financial assistance for internet connectivity. Keyword filtering.

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Cybersecurity to Be Taught to K-8 students across North America for Free

eSchool News

There is currently no standardized cyber safety curriculum being taught in primary, elementary or intermediate schools. Cyber Legends intends to change that with engaging, curriculum-aligned lessons, masked as a fun video game. To sign up your school, home or company for free, visit www.cyberlegends.com.

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Viral Messaging: Putting Digital Citizenship to the Test

Tech Helpful

Turning A Viral Hoax Into A Lesson on Internet Safety Over the last week, you have probably seen some reference to the “Momo Challenge,” hidden messages in Youtube videos, and calls for technology companies to police their systems to protect kids. I'm thankful for his insights and for being a sounding board.

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Class Tech Tips: Teaching Digital Citizenship with Adobe Spark

techlearning

From Internet safety to commenting in online spaces, there are lots of topics to consider when deciding how to best prepare students for an online world. Students might see someone posting something they shouldn’t on a social media platform. They also know when a video clip is easy to understand — or hard to follow.

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Safe Apps to Recommend to Parents

Gaggle Speaks

Their downloadable Internet Safety Contract is a great tool to help families talk over the rules and consequences of online behavior. Every Hub is packed with information (videos, ebooks, news, tips, research and other great resources) that will get you up to speed in no time. Cynthia has an M.A.