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6 Ways Teacher-authors Protect Their Online Privacy

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If we humans aren’t giving away our personal information (as we do on FB, Tiktok, Instagram, Twitter and every other social media account), we’re having it stolen without our permission or knowledge and sold to those who mean us harm. These involve a monthly charge, probably a download, and minimal setup. DuckDuckGo.

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3 Untapped Social Media Resources Worth A Second Look

The Web20Classroom

In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information as adults and as educators, there are still many untapped resources to learn from and share with and grow, especially through social media. If there is any doubt that very nearly everyone uses social media, let’s examine some stats from the Pew Internet Research Study.

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How Parents Can Protect Kid’s Privacy and Safety Online

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When using a public network, your child is vulnerable to data theft and cyber-attacks. It’s highly possible that they venture onto websites that can access their data and use it for illegal activities. You need to understand the importance of data encryption while browsing online. Schedule Time Limits. Conclusion.

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How to Manage Student Devices for Remote Learning

Digital Promise

At Verizon Innovative Learning Schools , every student receives a device with a data plan to support learning in and out of the classroom. Help students and families find wifi to conserve LTE data and support other devices. Students without wifi can download videos and activities while connected and access them later when offline.

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8 Important Generative AI Use Cases in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

Let me hear from you on social media or in the comments if you have some awesome examples to share! Generative AI Use Case #1: AI is built into social media. That said, you could see a large chunk of data pasted into a Google doc unless the students retyped it themselves.

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What Texas School Districts Need to Know About the SCOPE Act (Texas House Bill No. 18)

Lightspeed Systems

The SCOPE Act requires covered digital service providers to provide minors with certain data protections, prevent minors from accessing harmful content, and give parents tools to manage their child’s use of the service. Download your c [link] opy today. On June 13, 2023, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed Texas House Bill No.

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The Easiest No-coding Way to Build an Education App

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Check out Jotform Apps: You may know Jotform as one of the most popular tools in the form builder category, recognized for its versatility, ease-of-use, and sophistication in what could otherwise be the complicated process of collecting and analyzing data. Best of all, Jotform Apps is free with any JotForm account.