Social Media
Common Sense: Are Deepfake Videos a Threat to Democracy?
Every day, teens engage with countless images and videos that have been edited or digitally altered. From simple Snapchat filters to short, lighthearted, or ironic TikTok videos, it's clear that young people… learn more
Free Back-to-School Resources for Grades K–12
From screen time to social media, help students thrive in a world full of media and tech. It's easy to forget just how much media and technology are… learn more
Tarver Academy
MY NAME IS TYLER. TARVER ACADEMY IS A WHERE I TRY TO DELIVER EDUCATION IN A FUN, INFORMATIVE, AND ENERGETIC WAY. I LOVE GETTING THE CHANCE TO CONNECT,… learn more
Leveraging Social Media to Engage Readers
Reading is undoubtedly important, and research validates why it should be prioritized in the classroom and in conversations with caregivers about reading time at home. The number of… learn more
C-Span Classroom Social Media and the Internet
Collections of C-SPAN Classroom resources organized by various topics and themes. Additional C-SPAN Classroom resources can be found on the C-SPAN Classroom website. learn more
K-12 Teaching in the Era of AI and Social Media: Lesson Plans and Resources
Welcome to a straightforward strategies-and-resource hub for educators looking to come to grips with teaching with AI (artificial intelligence) in K-12 classrooms and in higher education! This collection… learn more
What is Threads and What Are Educators Saying About It?
MMeta’s new app, Threads, has been a major success but will educators move from Twitter? Launched on July 5, it garnered more than 100 million users in only… learn more
From Social Media to School Halls: Understanding and Preventing Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying involves an imbalance of physical or emotional power and an intent to cause harm, like traditional bullying, and is not limited to the school day or school… learn more
How Much Do Social Media Algorithms Control You? | Above the Noise
The content you see on a given social media app isn’t random - it’s curated content specifically made for you. And it is curated by recommendation algorithms. These… learn more
NetSmartz: Free Resources
Download presentations, tip sheets, lesson plans, and other safety resources. NetSmartz is NCMEC's online safety education program. It provides age-appropriate videos and activities to help teach children be… learn more
WHAT’S THE STORY WITH THREADS AND NEW SOCIAL MEDIA FOR EDUCATORS
In this episode, I share my personal history and experiences using social media for professional learning and connecting with educators. Tune in as I spotlight Threads and a… learn more
Empowering Students for Responsible Social Media Use
Strategies and Resources to Celebrate Social Media Day June 30 is Social Media Day and is an excellent time to consider options for providing students with the tools… learn more
How Social Media Persuades Us
Today’s technologies can be very persuasive. In fact, many platforms are built using technology that has been designed to change its users’ opinions, attitudes, or behaviors. Many of… learn more
How Schools Are Working To Detect Threats Made On Social Media
Some schools are working with outside technology companies to scan social media for threats against them and their students, in hopes of preventing mass shootings and student suicide.… learn more
Online Safety Tips from a Teen
Here are a few tips Carly S. would have given her younger self regarding social media. Use this as a starting off point with talking with your child… learn more
IS MY CHILD READY FOR SOCIAL MEDIA?
The time will come when your child will probably want to use social media to connect with friends and more. Remember, nearly every social media site requires users… learn more