by Emma | Jan 13, 2020 | Administrators, Blog, Bullying, Cyberbullying, Digital Citizenship, Educational Technology, Online etiquette, School Safety, Social Media, Teachers, Technology
According to the National Crime Prevention Council, 43% of students have experienced or seen an incident of cyberbullying. Online bullying can be as damaging as being bullied in person. Victims of cyberbullying show signs of depression, distraction, and a loss of...
by Emma | Jan 6, 2020 | Apps, Blog, Digital Citizenship, Digital Literacy, Educational Technology, Interactive learning, Online etiquette, Online Learning, Pedagogy, School Safety, Teachers, Technology, Virtual Reality
Immersive learning through virtual reality. Digital lessons personalized for each student. Online games that teach important information while showing students that learning is fun. At the beginning of the 21rst century, these three things seemed like futuristic,...
by Emma | Oct 28, 2019 | Administrators, Cyberbullying, Digital Citizenship, Digital Safety, Internet Regulations, Online Dangers, Social Media, Technology
Cyberbullying is a real concern for students, parents and school administrators alike. But what are the most common sites for cyberbullying? And how can you protect your students from them? Facebook Many teens post to Facebook seeking positive affirmation. This...
by Kendal Harris | Feb 14, 2019 | Apps, Cyberbullying, Digital Citizenship, Digital Safety, Gun Violence, Mental Health, Online Dangers, Online etiquette, Parenting, Parents, School Violence, Social Media, Suicide Prevention
Instagram sealed itself as a favored social media platform among various types of users. With adults taking over Facebook, Instagram felt like a safe alternative for teens to escape their parents’ eyes. In recent years, however, parents have started to join their...
by Emma | Jan 31, 2019 | Digital Citizenship, Digital Literacy, Media Literacy, Online etiquette, Pedagogy, Teaching Topics, Technology, The Digital Divide
Email is a vital part of most people’s lives. Its inclusion in the classroom can be beneficial to everyone. In fact, students’ use of email in the classroom can prepare them for the future. Here are some greats ways that using email can help your students. Easily...
