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Media Literacy Resources for Classrooms

A best-of-the-best collection of resources for teaching and learning about media literacy.

Posted on January 10, 2020 by Tanner Higgin

Grades

Pre-K–12

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3 Fun Ways to Teach Media Balance with #DeviceFreeDinner

Students can bring the learning home with these fun activities for classrooms and families.

Posted on November 14, 2019 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

Pre-K–12

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7 Easy Ways to Get Families on Board with Digital Citizenship

Make digital citizenship a priority at school and at home.

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Help Students Think Critically About "October Surprises" and Their Impact on Elections

Teach students how to recognize and analyze this curious election season phenomenon.

Posted on September 24, 2019 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

10–12

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8 Ways to Build Stronger Relationships with Latino Families

Support Latino families with supportive and inclusive family engagement strategies.

Posted on September 12, 2019 by Viviana Reveron

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Real Fake News: Exploring Actual Examples of Newspaper Bias

Help students get beyond the buzzword.

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Tanner Higgin

Grades

10–12

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Discuss How the News Covers Mass Violence with Your Students

Host a classroom discussion and activity that explores how the media responds to tragic events.

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Tanner Higgin

Grades

8–12

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Why the Movie "Eighth Grade" Is Great for Digital Citizenship

Start a conversation about social media and identity with this relatable film.

Posted on December 3, 2018 by Tanner Higgin

Grades

8–12

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Using Video Effectively in the Classroom

Getting students to tune in through active and reactive viewing of video.

Posted on August 16, 2018 by Tanner Higgin

Grades

Pre-K–12

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5 Easy Ways to Integrate Digital Citizenship Every Day

If you're short on time, try these tips to teach these critical life skills.

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Merve Lapus

Grades

K–12

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4 Ways to Approach Media Literacy in the Classroom

Use these strategies to encourage students to think critically about media.

Posted on September 22, 2017 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

K–12

Article

How Safe Are the Sites You're Using in the Classroom?

Simple steps to protect students' data and privacy today.

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

Pre-K–12

Article

Do-It-Yourself Professional Development

Seven ways to learn with Common Sense Education this summer.

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Rachelle Wooten

Article

The NGSS Explorer: Classroom Tools, Tips, and Lessons

Quickly find hundreds of resources for your classroom.

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Danny Wagner

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What Teachers Need to Know About SOPIPA

What does this new privacy law say, and how does it affect your work in the classroom?

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Bill Fitzgerald

Grades

Pre-K–12