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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. What are CIPA guidelines for filtering? Under CIPA, public schools are required to follow guidelines to prevent minors from viewing harmful content online.

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World Password Day — It’s Today!

Ask a Tech Teacher

It’s a great activity for class when addressing internet safety. Update: While lots of people think frequent password changes (more than yearly) is recomended, the National Institute of Standards and Technology came out with new guidelines that might put your mind at rest if you aren’t a frequent password changer.

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6 Tips for Keeping the “Social” in Social and Emotional Learning

Edsurge

Set Guidelines & Have High Expectations We’re all still learning how to adapt to remote teaching and learning, but that doesn’t mean we have to let our expectations fall. You can achieve this by making your assignment expectations clear, and providing guidelines in simple bullet point format so that they’re easy to understand.

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Technology and Digital Media in the Classroom: A Guide for Educators

Waterford

Keep these guidelines in mind when you teach lessons that involve screen time in your classroom:[17]. 16] It encompasses skills like internet safety, setting healthy screen time habits, and communicating with others online. Technology and its use in Education: Present Roles and Future Prospects. Courville, K. Klopfer, E.,

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Tips for Student Comments on Blogs and Forums

wwwatanabe

Similarly, it''s important to set guidelines, rules, and expectations for students to comment on blogs and forums. These guidelines should outline appropriate online behavior and internet safety precautions. Your task is to create those guidelines. 3) Collaborate to write our own blogging rules and guidelines.

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Subscriber Special: February

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here are general guidelines: up to 10 people per class (same low price–$750). internet safety. Participants will review between one and four each during the class (by themselves or in groups) and present their review to classmates in a weekly virtual meeting. Pick a topic: Tech infused Teacher/Classroom. netiquette.

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64 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

eSchool News

This past year presented numerous challenges for educators, leaving many of us scrambling to do our best to meet the rising needs with limited time and resources – which isn’t sustainable. For instance, traditionally static presentations can be infused with dynamic generative AI elements, fostering a more efficient and engaging experience.

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