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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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Colleges Face Investigations Over Whether Their Use of Social Media Follows Accessibility Regulations

Edsurge

Among the newer aspects of these kinds of complaints is whether college social media communication meets accessibility standards. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights focus on the extent to which students, faculty and others can make full use of a college’s websites, education software and social media channels.

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Metaverse Education: What’s Next for Virtual Learning?

ViewSonic Education

The metaverse itself can be described as a virtual setting that users are able to occupy synchronously, which facilitates meaningful social interactions. ’ The company saw the metaverse as the future of online social interactions and as the evolution of existing social media. appeared first on ViewSonic Library.

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6 Ways to Avoid Those Social Media Landmines

The Daring Librarian

I’ve been sharing on social media professionally for eight years now, and I have to admit, it can be kinda tricky. As educators, I passionately believe we should use social media to push the positive, celebrate student successes, share resources with our colleagues, and connect with parents and the community.

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Tell social media gurus #YouMatter with a #BammyAwards vote!

The Innovative Educator

These are movers and shakers that I have come to know because of their pioneering work in the use of social media to support teaching, leading, and learning that will help guide students toward success with college, career, and citizenship. Deven Black - School Librarian Deven makes a difference in many ways. I want more ».

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How to Teach Cyber Safety in Kindergarten

EdTech Magazine

The Stop.Think.Connect Toolkit , for example, includes helpful resources for K–8 students, including social media tips, online gaming tips, kids’ presentations and more. Online Resources Offer Guidelines to Reach Younger Students. The organization has developed a library of cyber curricula resources for K–12.

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The School Hall Pass Is Going Digital. Is That a Good Thing?

Edsurge

One key selling point: It helps schools counteract some problems exacerbated by social media—including a spate of school vandalism incidents inspired by viral TikTok posts—by allowing better tracking of hallway activity. Proponents of the approach say it’s an easy win to help prevent students from abusing more-informal paper systems.

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