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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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Creating a safe environment for online learning

Neo LMS

If you must share student information, meeting IDs, video conferencing links, or other sensitive information, it should only be on a secure server and not available to the general public. Again, this comes back to guidelines for sharing information. Tell them about the protections you enact at school and recommend they do the same.

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Understanding, Teaching, and Reaching Digital Native Students—and Digital Native Caregivers

Waterford

There are some handy guidelines for the proper role of technology in education. Be active: Prioritize active digital activities, like online learning games or interactive lessons, over passive activities, like watching a video. Using the Internet for research will increase student enthusiasm about finding things out on their own.[7].

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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

Video clips, educational games, and virtual simulations are just a few examples of technology resources you can use to engage and educate in the classroom. This practice provides better flexibility, plus the opportunity for you to provide audio or video clips alongside homework assignments.

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Essential Guide to Digital Citizenship for CIPA and E-Rate

Graphite Blog

But complying with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) -- a requirement of E-rate -- doesn't have to be. USAC online training video series. Other USAC E-rate video resources. Make sure you're updated on any changes to FCC guidelines for the distribution of E-rate services during distance learning.

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5 Tips to Increase Parental Engagement in the 21st Century Classroom – From Courtney Pepe

EdTechTeacher

” The six week iTunes U course included topics like: digital wellness in the 21st century, internet safety filters restrictions and security, screen time and the brain, social media and gaming, guidelines for the the household, building a digital footprint. Tip #5 Blippar.