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Best practices for managing web filtering in a digital learning environment

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Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] A digital learning environment offers students all kinds of options for research, class projects, collaboration, activities and assessments. So how do you manage web filtering so that it protects students but doesn’t restrict learning? It’s a good idea to sync it daily.

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OPINION: Some warning flags for those embracing personalized learning powered by education technology

The Hechinger Report

Third, there are many concerns involving personal data and the business-models of digital learning. Some repeatedly expose children to the same or similar content, decreasing their agency by intensifying information bubbles in a cycle that mirrors that of commercial personalization.

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Getting Real About the Teen Depression-Cyberbullying Connection

techlearning

Why Student Creation is the Hardest/Best Form of Assessment ] This information is not meant to minimize the traumatic impact cyberbullying can have. While cyberbullying is a phenomenon educators and parents need to help their children understand and overcome, its prevalence should not be overestimated. There is help available.

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Are Curriculum Specialists in Edtech Denial?

techlearning

Mere substitution of digital for paper is an example of poorly practiced edtech. Learning what constitutes effective edtech is essential. Effective Edtech is effective when it allows students to access information, collaborate with others, and create in ways that were previously impossible. John’s Prep in Danvers, Massachusetts.

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Are You R.E.A.D.Y. as a School to be Good Digital Citizens

techlearning

Blended and personalized learning with digital tools has flooded classrooms, but most teacher-prep programs do not incorporate digital citizenship as requirements for teacher certification. Launching technology lessons or creating online learning is a huge responsibility. So, how can we encourage a positive online image.

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Why Student Creation is the Hardest/Best Form of Assessment

techlearning

Based on the unique question/challenge and what we've learned, we come up with a solution. We ask for informal feedback from colleagues and friends we trust. Usually this includes reaching out to our networks, crunching numbers and data, and consulting academic/scholarly suggestions. We use that feedback to edit and revamp our work.

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Four Steps to Help Students Develop a Healthy Media Diet

edWeb.net

Step 1 – Student Outreach: Develop and implement a digital citizenship plan that spans grades K-12; as students move up, the plan should reflect the changing needs at each level. Key topics include cyberbullying, information literacy, digital footprints, and overall Internet safety. Join the Community.