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Is it Time for a Social Media Awareness Class?

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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. I applaud him in this endeavor, but I also think that students must be made formally aware of the influence of social media. .

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World Password Day — It’s Today!

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A study in the UK found that the average person has around 118 accounts. Otherwise, I’d only change them when my bank, credit company, or favorite online store told me someone hacked their servers. Many companies offer security that goes beyond the iconic password. Why change passwords. F ind a phrase you’ll remember.

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World Password Day — It’s Coming!

Ask a Tech Teacher

A study in the UK found that the average person has around 118 accounts. Otherwise, I’d only change them when my bank, credit company, or favorite online store told me someone hacked their servers. Many companies offer security that goes beyond the iconic password. Why change passwords. F ind a phrase you’ll remember.

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Making Sure Your Online Services Protect Your Students’ Data

edWeb.net

One point made during the presentation was that free apps are not always the best choice because some companies provide their apps at no charge and then generate revenue by collecting and selling users’ data, and the companies may not be aware of the requirements they need to meet when their users are students.

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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. Case Study: What is the #MoMoChallenge?

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Bullying and Cyberbullying: The Things You Need to Know

The CoolCatTeacher

So they looked at a whole range of research – lots of different studies – and that was the range of kids who were affected by it, in both cases. The company who sponsored it compensated me via cash payment, gift, or something else of value to include a reference to their product. And for cyberbullying, it’s 7-15%. Blog: [link].

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In the marketplace: Gaming, digital citizenship, PD initiatives, and more

eSchool News

Teq , a Long Island-based educational technology and professional development (PD) company, has received approval from the New York State Department of Education to provide Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE). A new round of funding is enabling the company to make an even bigger difference in the way students learn.