by Emma | Dec 21, 2017 | Apps, Blog, Cyberbullying, Digital Safety, Parents, Social Media
The internet is a place where anonymity thrives. On one hand, anonymity can allow teens to freely and creatively express themselves. On the other hand, anonymous apps can provide a place where children – and adults – feel free from responsibility for the things they...
by Emma | Dec 19, 2017 | Blog, Digital Citizenship, Digital Safety, Educational Technology, Pedagogy, Teaching Topics
Students need to feel safe at school in order to learn. Accordingly, most schools work tirelessly to create safe learning environments inside classrooms. But are virtual classrooms also positive places to nurture young learners? Are we doing enough to make sure online...
by Emma | Dec 15, 2017 | Blog, Cyberbullying, Digital Safety, Parents, Social Media
In November of 2017, three senators introduced the ENOUGH Act. ENOUGH stands for Ending Nonconsenual Online User Graphic Harassment. This refers to a common form of online abuse: posting personal, inappropriate photos and/or videos of another person without their...
by Case | Dec 12, 2017 | Blog
Cyberbullying has become a major issue for teens, especially in middle school. A study done by Intel Security showed that in 2014, 87% of children had witnessed cyberbullying. Delete Cyberbullying, a group who seeks to stop online harassment, says that online...
by Case | Dec 7, 2017 | Blog
The social media app tbh, short for “to be honest,” has spread like wildfire among teenagers. After Facebook acquired tbh for $100 million, it’s clear that it’s here to stay. But are your children safe on tbh? Knowing the ins and outs of this social media sensation...
