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Practical Tips for Teachers to Use AI

Learn about effective prompt engineering, AI tools, and more.

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Reduce Student Anxiety (and Your Own) During Uncertain Times

Tips and resources for news literacy, media balance, and healthy communication.

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Teaching with Technology

How do I get the most out of using tech in the classroom?

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Digital Dilemmas for Educators to Discuss

Start important conversations about AI, social media, and more with these scenarios.

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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When Families Ask About Parental Controls

Help parents and caregivers navigate the tricky world of device controls.

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Help Students Fact-Check the Web Like the Pros

Build news and media literacy skills to separate fact from fiction.

Posted on November 7, 2025 by Jeff Knutson

Grades

Pre-K–12

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A Community-First Approach to Cellphone Bans

Use these tips to determine what will work best for your school community.

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Jamie Nunez

Grades

K–12

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AI, SEL & Well-Being

Learn and teach about the ways to prevent artificial intelligence's potential harms.

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Screen Time in School: Finding the Right Balance

Kids are on screens more than ever. How can we include media and tech with well-being in mind?

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Digital Citizenship for CIPA and E-Rate

What is E-rate? And what does E-rate have to do with digital citizenship? Learn more about this federal program for schools and libraries.

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Kelly Mendoza

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Copyright, Creative Commons, and Fair Use in the Classroom

Learn the law, find free resources, and teach the rules to students.

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Decrease Digital Distraction and Elevate Attention Spans

Beyond cellphone bans, use these tips to increase students' ability to pay attention in class.

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Talking with Students About Shocking or Disturbing News

Age-based tips and lessons to help students process upsetting events.

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Jeff Knutson

Grades

Pre-K–12

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New Digital Literacy & Well-Being Lessons: Human Skills for Digital Citizenship

Here's why we created a whole new curriculum.

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Eisha Buch

Grades

K–12

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When Families Ask About Healthy Digital Habits and Quality Content

Share these age-based tips in your communications with parents and caregivers.

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12