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Using Social Media for Good

Posted on Thu, 06/01/2017 - 12:00 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Learn more about the Wear Orange campaign in our Q&A with Nza-Ari Khepra.

Topics

News & Media Literacy, Relationships & Communication

6 Online Discussion Tools to Fuel Student Engagement

Posted on Mon, 08/21/2023 - 02:00 by Jeff Knutson

Give students a chance to connect with each other and be heard.

Grades

3–12

Topics

EdTech, Relationships & Communication

Expert Interview: Constance Steinkuehler

Posted on Fri, 03/11/2011 - 00:00 by Audrey Stokes

Topics

Media Balance, Relationships & Communication

How to Teach Your Students to Think Before They Post

Posted on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 00:00 by Jeff Knutson

Twelve lesson plans to help kids deal with ethical dilemmas in today's digital world.

Grades

3–8

Topics

Digital Footprint & Identity, Relationships & Communication

How Technology Can Encourage Student Collaboration

Posted on Mon, 12/16/2013 - 00:00 by Sarah Jackson

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

Topics

EdTech, Relationships & Communication

How I Turned Formative Assessment into a Dialogue with My Students

Posted on Tue, 03/14/2017 - 02:00 by James Denby

When formative feedback felt like a dead end, this teacher dug in and learned how to empower his students.

Grades

Pre-K–12

Topics

Instruction & Assessment, Relationships & Communication

23 Great Lesson Plans for Internet Safety

Posted on Fri, 02/07/2020 - 12:20 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Help kids practice smart internet habits and stay safe online.

Grades

K–12

Topics

Privacy & Security, Relationships & Communication

Why Teachers Should Be on Social Media

Posted on Wed, 10/04/2017 - 02:00 by Adam Burns

One teacher shares how he uses social media to improve his teaching.

Grades

3–12

Topics

Family Engagement, Relationships & Communication

How to Have Honest Conversations About Social Media with Students

Posted on Thu, 01/11/2018 - 02:00 by Rosalind Wiseman

When young people feel seen, heard, and respected, they will want to engage.

Grades

5–12

Topics

Relationships & Communication, Social & Emotional Learning

Use Technology to Create a Positive Classroom Culture

Posted on Mon, 08/22/2016 - 02:00 by Kris Edwards

Implement one project this school year to build classroom rapport and student skills.

Grades

3–8

Topics

EdTech, Relationships & Communication

Here's How We Changed Social Media Conflict to Empathy

Posted on Fri, 10/28/2016 - 06:00 by Art Spencer

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

Grades

K–12

Topics

Relationships & Communication, Social & Emotional Learning

4 SEL Strategies for the Transition Back to In-Person Learning

Posted on Fri, 03/12/2021 - 15:12 by Jamie Nunez

Support students' and families' mental health and well-being during this challenging time.

Grades

K–12

Topics

Relationships & Communication, Social & Emotional Learning

What Do Students Think About Cyberbullying?

Posted on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 02:00 by Jeff Knutson

How one teacher helps her students unpack what cyberbullying is, what it isn't, and what they can do about it.

Grades

3–6

Topics

Cyberbullying & Hate Speech, Relationships & Communication

Essential Digital Citizenship Lessons for the Coronavirus Pandemic

Posted on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 01:00 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Support the transition to distance learning and help students think critically and compassionately about what they see online.

Grades

K–12

Topics

News & Media Literacy, Relationships & Communication

27 Fun Ways to Celebrate the End of the School Year

Posted on Fri, 05/20/2022 - 02:00 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Give your students closure and highlight their accomplishments with these creative ideas.

Grades

Pre-K–12

Topics

Family Engagement, Relationships & Communication