by Nick Adrian | Nov 8, 2018 | Apps, Digital Safety, Parents, Smartphones, Social Media, Technology, Uncategorized
Kids always seem to be talking about a popular new app that’s just been released. In fact, it seems so frequent that it feels like a new one has been launched every day. You might’ve heard your kids talking about one particular app: WeChat. Though many...
by Nick Adrian | Oct 30, 2018 | Apps, Educational Technology, Online Learning, Teachers, Uncategorized
It’s sometimes hard to determine how to use technology in the classroom responsibly. However, if used efficiently, technology can greatly enhance learning experiences. Here’s how to successfully use technology in the classroom. Use PowerPoint or other...
by Kendal Harris | Oct 25, 2018 | Apps, Digital Safety, Online Dangers, Parenting, Parents, Smartphones, Social Media
Snapchat’s Snap Map has been a feature of the app since the summer of 2017. Parents and users expressed concern about the dangers of Snap Map on Snapchat, including an invasion of privacy and the risks of location sharing. Still, the feature remains in use to this...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Oct 18, 2018 | Pedagogy, Study Skills, Teachers, Teaching Topics
Many educators struggle with the task of figuring out how to start class each day or how to transition from concept to concept. Due to nature of switching class to class, students often struggle to mentally prepare to transition to a different subject. A popular...
by Amy FAV | Oct 11, 2018 | Apps, Cyberbullying, Digital Citizenship, Digital Literacy, Digital Safety, Online Dangers, Online etiquette, Parenting, Parents, Social Media, Teaching Topics, The Digital Divide
The purpose of Google’s Be Internet Awesome campaign is to create a safer and more educated online environment. Programs like Interland help close the educational gap that surrounds internet awareness for students of this technologically dependent age. Together,...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Oct 4, 2018 | Cyberbullying, Mental Health, Parenting, Parents, School Counselors, School Safety, Teachers
The effects of bullying can be long-lasting and detrimental to a student’s physical and mental health. Sometimes, bullying can even be fatal. In extreme cases, bullying has driven students to commit suicide in a tragic phenomenon known as “bullycide.” Here’s...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Sep 27, 2018 | Apps, Digital Literacy, Educational Technology, Online Learning, Smartphones, Social Learning, Teachers
Most schools encourage teachers to use technology in the classroom, but finding ways to seamlessly integrate technology into class plans can be difficult. Aside from Google Drive and online learning management systems, Kahoot! is the latest addition to many classrooms...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Sep 20, 2018 | Study Skills, Teachers, Teaching Topics
Teachers, administrators, and school counselors face the daunting task of preparing graduating seniors for the next chapter of their lives. Thankfully, by shifting pedagogy and adopting certain forms of educational technology, schools can better prepare graduating...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Sep 13, 2018 | Cyberbullying, Mental Health, Parenting, Parents, School Counselors, Teachers
Bullying: a topic that is in no way new but still causes major issues in our schools. The effects of bullying can be long-lasting and sometimes fatal. Knowing the signs of bullying as well as how to step in will help create a solution to this problem. What Is...
by Jonathan Mendoza | Sep 6, 2018 | Educational Technology, Gun Violence, School Safety, School Violence, Smartphones
Many schools once banned cell phones. However, many reversed their policies due to parents’ requests for their students to have them in school in case of crises. A study shows that as of 2015, 73 percent of teenagers had smartphones. The push for cell phones in...
