by Steven Zimmerman | Feb 12, 2025 | Administrators, Apps, Blog, Bullying, Cyberbullying, Cybersecurity, Digital Citizenship, Digital Safety, Mental Health, Online Dangers, Online etiquette, Parenting, Social Media, Suicide Prevention, Virtual Reality
AI-driven companion chatbots, such as Replika and Character.AI, have rapidly gained popularity, especially among youth seeking emotional intimacy or companionship. These platforms offer users the ability to engage in personalized conversations, often blurring the...
by Tim Carter | Jan 12, 2025 | Administrators, Apps, Blog, Creative Learning, Criminal Activity, Cybersecurity, Digital Safety, Uncategorized
In today’s digital age, schools face increasing challenges in maintaining a safe and compliant learning environment, particularly regarding student behavior on school-issued devices. LearnSafe is the premier solution for K-12 districts, ensuring compliance with U.S....
by Emma | Sep 13, 2024 | Administrators, Blog, Criminal Activity, Cybersecurity, Digital Literacy, Digital Safety, Distance Learning, Educational Technology, Lesson Planning, Online Learning, Pedagogy, Safe Learning Environment, School Safety, Teachers, Teaching Topics, Technology, The Digital Divide
As schools embrace digital learning and technology becomes more integrated into education, the need for strong cybersecurity practices becomes ever more pressing. Educational institutions are prime targets for cyberattacks, with hackers exploiting vulnerabilities in...
by Emma | Nov 15, 2023 | Apps, Blog, Criminal Activity, Cybersecurity, Digital Literacy, Educational Technology, Interactive learning, Media Literacy, Online Learning, Technology
The integration of apps into education revolutionized the way students learn and teachers instruct them. Educational apps offer a versatile platform for interactive and engaging learning experiences, catering to various subjects and age groups. They enable...
by Emma | Oct 19, 2023 | Administrators, Blog, Cyberbullying, Cybersecurity, Digital Citizenship, Digital Safety, Education Law, Educational Technology, Gun Violence, Internet Regulations, Learning and the Law, Online Learning, Parenting, Parents, Safe Learning Environment, School Safety, Teachers, Teaching Topics, Technology
From nationwide threats of on-campus violence to tragic school shootings, school safety is a primary concern for parents, administrators, and educators. However, the need for school safety doesn’t stop at the campus or classroom. Online safety is essential to a safe...
by Emma | Aug 10, 2023 | Administrators, Blog, Criminal Activity, Cyberbullying, Cybersecurity, Digital Safety, Education Law, Educational Technology, Internet Regulations, Learning and the Law, Media Literacy, Online Dangers, Safe Learning Environment, School Safety, Teaching Topics, Technology
The K-12 Cybersecurity Act of 2021 set guidelines and strategies to prevent cyberattacks in schools. According to the Government Accountability Office (GAO), such attacks can lead to weeks of learning loss. It can also take schools months – in some cases, nearly a...
