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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

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Here's How We Changed Social Media Conflict to Empathy

A simple conversation with students can help them understand why they should be kind online.

Posted on October 28, 2016 by Art Spencer

Grades

K–12

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3 Great Brainstorming Websites for Group Projects

Support students' teamwork with these visual productivity tools that promote online collaboration.

Posted on September 20, 2016 by

Grades

2–12

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3 Great Game Design Tools for Summer Learning

Engage kids with STEAM projects in the summer months and beyond.

Posted on July 19, 2016 by

Grades

3–12

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Do-It-Yourself Professional Development

Seven ways to learn with Common Sense Education this summer.

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Rachelle Wooten

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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

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Pre-K–12

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From Legos to Maker Labs: Fun and Learning After School

After-school clubs offer both students and teachers the freedom to explore alternative approaches to learning.

Posted on June 29, 2015 by August Deshais

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Pre-K–6

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SAMR and Bloom's Taxonomy: Assembling the Puzzle

Find out how you can use technology to engage students in rich learning experiences.

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Ruben Puentedura

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Pre-K–12

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A Deceptively Simple Game that Teaches Students How to Ask the Right Questions

Find out how Geoguessr can be a valuable teaching tool.

Posted on January 19, 2014 by Tanner Higgin

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How Technology Can Encourage Student Collaboration

Find out how technology promotes teamwork and collaboration in the classroom.

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Paul Barnwell