The Safety Risks of Educational Apps

The Safety Risks of Educational Apps

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...
Online Safety on School Computers

Online Safety on School Computers

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...
Strategies to Reduce Cybersecurity Risks in Schools

Strategies to Reduce Cybersecurity Risks in Schools

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...
Teaching Digital Safety in Schools

Teaching Digital Safety in Schools

Children engage with digital media and devices at very young ages. According to a March 2020 poll by the Pew Research Center, parents reported that 35% of children two years or younger interacted with tablet computers. For this same age group, parents reported that...
Three Online Safety Resources for School-Aged Kids

Three Online Safety Resources for School-Aged Kids

Creating and maintaining a safe learning environment is every school’s duty. However, that duty isn’t limited to face-to-face instruction. Schools must also make sure that students are safe online and on school-owned devices. Online student safety became a major issue...
How Can Schools Protect Children Online?

How Can Schools Protect Children Online?

School-aged children spend more time online than ever. Recently, Common Sense Media conducted a survey regarding the amount of time children and teens spend online. They discovered a spike in online activity for individuals between the ages of eight and eighteen. In...