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Mobile phone radiation and health - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - 0 views

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    This talks about the worries about cell phone use.
Kelby W

Did the Internet Kill Privacy? - CBS News - 0 views

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    IN my opinion, if you didn't want people to see it you shouldn't put it on Facebook.  "The pictures were exactly what you'd expect from a European summer vacation: Cafes in Italy and Spain, the Guinness brewery in Ireland. So 24-year-old Ashley Payne, a public high school English teacher in Georgia, was not prepared for what happened when her principal asked to see her in August 2009. "He just asked me, 'Do you have a Facebook page?'" Payne said. "And you know, I'm confused as to why I am being asked this, but I said, 'Yes.' And he said, 'Do you have any pictures of yourself up there with alcohol?'" In fact, the picture that concerned the principal - showing Payne holding a glass of wine and a mug of beer - was on her Facebook page. There was also a reference to a local trivia contest with a profanity in its title. Payne was told a parent of one of her students called to complain. And then, Payne says, she was given a choice: resign or be suspended. "He told me that I needed to make a decision before I left, or he was going to go ahead and suspend me," she said. She resigned. Attorney Richard Storrs is fighting to get Payne's job back. "It would be like I went to a restaurant and I saw my daughter's teacher sitting there with her husband having a glass of some kind of liquid," Storr said. "You know, is that frowned upon by the school board? Is that illegal? Is that improper? Of course not. It's the same situation in this case." But here's the really troubling part: Payne had used the privacy settings on Facebook. She thought that only her closest friends could see her vacation photos or her use of the "B" word. "I wouldn't use it in a classroom, no," she said. "But Facebook is not the classroom. And it's not open to the students of my classroom. They are not supposed to see it. I have privacy in place so they don't see it." Privacy? What Ashley Payne or anyone of us who uses the Internet has to realize is this: Today our private lives are no longe
Blakelee H

Cyber-Bullying and its Effect on our Youth - 2 views

  • Between cell phones, social media Web sites, and online gaming, children today seem to have more outlets for interacting with each other virtually than they do for interacting with each other in person. However, with all of the good social interaction that is done as a result of these technologies also comes the bad. In addition to the physical and verbal bullying that may take place at school, cyber-bullying in the form of harassing text messages and derogatory posts on children’s Facebook pages is now commonplace. Even though it may not take place in person, the emotional and psychological effects of cyber-bullying are just as destructive. Since new media and cell phones are harder to track and monitor, parents need to take preventive measures that can help minimize the effects of cyber-bullying on their children. 
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    Cyber bullying takes a bad affect on health of today's youth.
Blaine I

Burlington city council rejects social media ban during meetings - WCAX.COM Local Vermo... - 0 views

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    Burlington citys proposal on their agenda. Had the idea of banning social media devices like. Cell phones, laptops and tablets during there town meetings but the vote fail failed.
Ivy F.

digiteen2008 - Digital Access - 0 views

  • The reason this page is here is to tell people about digital access, what problems there are and how we can solve them. Digital Access is insuring that everyone no matter who they has access to the internet.
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      This will help!
  • Access is a very important thing in life. The ten most important terms that have to do with Access are: connect, internet, access, obtain, retrieve, regain and gate way which all mean that there is or you can access something although in particular, the internet.
  • Identity is a topic that people may not think about as access. Although it is. Identity can be shown on the computer or on the internet. When you have access to the internet your identity can be shown through various ways for example, Facebook and MySpace through profiles, pictures and the network. It is a positive thing because now you can show your identity to other people around the world.
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  • Identity is a topic that people may not think about as access
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  • 72% of U.S. adults now have Broadband access. Those who don't get it go to work, public libraries, schools, and as well as on their cell phones.
  • In Australia 74.3 people access the internet but only 22.8 percent of people have broadband access.
  • you have access to the internet your identity can be shown through various ways for example, Facebook and MySpace through profiles, pictures and the network
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  • Infrastructure can be very useful although on the other hand can be bad.
  • Education is very important as well
  • Censorship is another problem although it can also be helpful
  • Identity is a topic that people may not think about as access
  • positive thing because now you can show your identity to other people around the world
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      this will help many people, i should hope!
  • Digital Divide is probably the most important and simplest topic
  • They can get internet on computers by joining a local wi-fi like at a coffee shop, at school, or at a business. Digital Access is how everyday people access their computers and the Internet.
  • 72% of U.S. adults now have Broadband access. Those who don't get it go to work, public libraries, schools, and as well as on their cell phones.
  • mostly go to websites that have games for kids to play. Millsberry, Build a bear, Webkinz, and Club penguin are all places that children could create their own animated avatar type stuff
  • Censorship is when you are not allowed to do something and if you do you will be in trouble by the government. For example, in China they have censorship and they are not allowed to look certain things up on the internet
  • Digital Divide is basically having a line and putting the people that don’t have access to the internet on one side and the ones that do on the other side.
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      The digital divide here in south Georgia USA would be like those people who have high speed internet vs. those who have dial up or don't have INternet that are in the country.
  • one of the main problems for adults and kids with accessing the Internet around the world is, simply, their location. People who live in the city would have no problem finding a computer to go on the Internet and do as they want,
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    this is the Access page. from last year.
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    Access page from 2008
Vicki Davis

HigherEdMorning.com » Blog Archive » The top 5 ways students use technology t... - 0 views

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    Top five ways students use technology to cheat -- of course, all of them involve the cell phone, which will certainly push many to continue to say they should be banned. To me, teachers should be vigilant and watchful. Also, who says you have to give the same test to all of your classes or a pop quiz on the same day? It is time to get smart!
kambry j

Driving Distracted | Stats and Facts - 0 views

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    "Of those killed in distracted-driving-related crashed, 995 involved reports of a cell phone as a distraction (18% of fatalities in distraction-related crashes). (NHTSA)"
Riya P

Parents should control use of technology - 1 views

  • 1. Power down at mealtimes. This means no television, computers or texting. This is the time to really connect with each other without the technological distractions that can be so overwhelming throughout the day. 2. No computers in kids' bedrooms until at least high school. Please trust me on this one. The risks just aren't worth it. Keep computers in public areas of your house, and regularly monitor their usage. 3. Limit or eliminate television viewing on school nights. You'll be amazed at the impact this will have on your family. Kids play games, become creative and interact with us and their siblings. 4. No social media networks until at least high school, and supervise their use. Many kids just don't have the impulse control to adequately control this technology, and the effects on them and others can be substantial. 5. Supervise cell phone use, including texting. You need to be guided by the maturity of your child, but irresponsible behavior should result in increased supervision. 6. Learn about technology. Don't be afraid of texting, video-conferencing, iPads, or Facebook. They are fun and great ways to stay connected with your kids.
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    Tips for parents that think their kids are spending too much time with technology
Garrett E

Women's Online Habits Study | WebProNews - 0 views

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    Women are also inflicted with habits online. Microsoft studies have given us interesting findings: 16 percent would have a high tendency to shop, communicate, and employ digital devices; 86 percent share their "finds" to others in their time; If forced to, they would "throw out" their television or cell phone first; only 11 percent would throw out their personal laptop; email is overwhelmingly, 85 percent, the most important tool.
Merritt D

Let's keep children safe in the cyber age | BlueRidgeNow.com - 2 views

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    I firmly believe as a child of a very "nosy" mother, that I is the parents duty to keep their children in check, but I do not agree with this! If you don't trust you child enough to NOT read their messages, then maybe they don't need one! All this does is give them doubts of your trust, they will feel as if you are invading their privacy, and will be deleting things constantly. Parents need to understand that trust works both ways. This conversation is going to be award and neither the parents nor the child wants to have it, but you need to. It's one way of protecting your child without destroying their trust and doubting yours! Quotes: "I routinely check the texts and photos on their cell phones," says Susan Kain." "let's all talk to our children about Internet safety, social networking sites and "sexting."
Merritt D

Dealing with Cyberbullying: 5 Essential Parenting Tips - - TIME Healthland - 0 views

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    Cyberbullying is a big part of many adults' parental lives. There are many cases of cyberbullling and they are getting more serious every day. Essential Parenting tips: 1.) Make sure your kids know cyberbulling is wrong 2.) Take interest in your kids' online behavior 3.) Check school policies on cyberbulling 4.) Set guidelines about cell-phone use 5.) Help your children respond appropriately if they are cyberbullied Elizabeth Englander, author of Understanding Violence and Jonathan Singer, at the Temple University of Social Work (I agree with a couple tips but some might be crossing the line between protecting their kids and taking over their online life.
Merritt D

School District Holds Cyber Smart Presentation | Newport Beach Independent Newspaper | ... - 0 views

  • A few tips shared during the presentation: Give kids a code of conduct. Remind them not to post/IM/text anything they wouldn’t say to that person’s face; Discuss cyber-bullying with kids and ask if they know anyone who has been bullied; Talk about the importance of privacy and how to protect it; and discuss their online identity and possible risky behavior. “Raise good digital citizens!” a slide stated.
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    Many parents are strict on their kids about the internet, not because they don't trust their kids, but because they are not well versed with the aspects of the internet! We need to get our parents informed about the internet so they will be a better example for online citizenship for their children! Tips shared to help parents with online parenting: Give kids a code of conduct. Remind them not to post/IM/text anything they wouldn't say to that person's face; Discuss cyber-bullying with kids and ask if they know anyone who has been bullied; Talk about the importance of privacy and how to protect it discuss their online identity and possible risky behavior. "Raise good digital citizens!" Kids' online activity can affect their safety, reputation, college and career options, among other things in the "real world," so it's important they're smart about their online activity.[Kids are] leaving digital prints everywhere they go," Boss said, they need to be careful where those prints are left and what they're left on. School District Holds Cyber Smart Presentation Parents learned what their kids are doing out in cyberspace on Wednesday night during the school district's Cyber Smart presentation. The district-wide event is meant to provide parents with information and resources about online safety precautions, age appropriate websites, cyber trends, how to spot, prevent and deal with internet issues, and how to protect their kids' computers and cell phones. "The whole evening is about educating parents about the technology that's out there," said Laura Boss The presentation encouraged parents to embrace their kids' digital world, support balanced use, monitor their kids' digital media use, and discuss what sites they are allowed to visit and what they can and can't download. Kids' online activity can affect their safety, reputation, college and career options, among other things in the "real world," so it's important
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Cell-Phone 411: Boon or Bane? - 0 views

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    A mobile-phone industry group plans to launch a wireless directory-assistance service next year, but consumer groups want federal rules to protect people's privacy and ensure that users must opt in to the database. By Ryan Singel.
Maggie B

It's Confirmed: Driving's a Full-Time Job - How Texting Impairs Driving Performance - T... - 2 views

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    The study consisted of three major steps. First, participants typed a story of their choice (usually a simple fairy tale) and also read and answered questions related to another story, both on their smart phone in a laboratory setting. They were trying to prove that texting while driving impairs your ability.
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    Researchers and safety advocates have known for years that driving performance worsens when the driver is texting. Now we know just how much worse. Federal statistics suggest that distracted driving contributes to as much as 20 percent of all fatal crashes, and that cell phones constitute the primary source of driver distraction.
Mary Westbrook

Teen Texting Soars; Will Social Skills Suffer? : NPR - 0 views

  • At schools where cell phones are forbidden, 58 percent of students with mobile phones say they've sent a text message during class.
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      Teens are sacrificing grades.
Dylon Smith

Digital Etiquette - 0 views

  • Digital Etiquette and CollaborationDigital Citizenship
  • Computers and the InternetYou use computers all the time. Now, most people think that computers are better and easier to use than things like pen and paper. Almost all the time, we also use the Internet when we use the computer. The Internet is a huge network that connects millions of computers.
  • The Nine ElementsThe Nine Elements, added together, make up Digital Citizenship. They are:Digital Access ---For everyone to participate with technologyDigital Commerce ---To buy and sell things onlineDigital Communication ---To exchange information onlineDigital Literacy ---To know how and when to use technologyDigital Etiquette ---To act online how others would expect you to.Digital Law ---The legal rights and restrictions for technologyDigital Rights & Responsibilities ---The rights you have online, and the way you should act when you have them.Digital Health & Wellness ---To know how to stay healthy and well while using technology.Digital Security ---- The things you must do to stay safe online.
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  • Digital CitizenshipWe should always use the Internet and technologies like cell phones and computers wisely. Digital Citizenship can be defined as knowing how to behave responsibly and appropriately when using technology.
  • Acronyms and EmotionsAn acronym is a few letters or numbers that represents a word or sentence. There are some more well-known acronyms like:LOL ---Laugh Out LoudTTYL ---Talk To You LaterBRB --- Be Right BackG2G --- Got To “2” Go
Brody C

Cyber-bullying - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - 0 views

  • The National Crime Prevention Council's definition of cyber-bullying is "when the Internet, cell phones or other devices are used to send or post text or images intended to hurt or embarrass another person."[2] StopCyberbullying.org, an expert organization dedicated to internet safety, security and privacy, defines cyberbullying as: "a situation when a child, tween or teen is repeatedly 'tormented, threatened, harassed, humiliated, embarrassed or otherwise targeted' by another child, tween or teen using text messaging, email, instant messaging or any other type of digital technology." Other researchers use similar language to describe the phenomenon.[3][4] Cyber-bullying can be as simple as continuing to send e-mail to someone who has said they want no further contact with the sender, but it may also include threats, sexual remarks, pejorative labels (i.e., hate speech), ganging up on victims by making them the subject of ridicule in forums, and posting false statements as fact aimed at humiliation. Cyber-bullies may disclose victims' personal data (e.g. real name, address, or workplace/schools) at websites or forums or may pose as the identity of a victim for the purpose of publishing material in their name that defames or ridicules them. Some cyberbullies may also send threatening and harassing emails and instant messages to the victims, while other post rumors or gossip and instigate others to dislike and gang up on the target. Though the use of sexual remarks and threats are sometimes present in cyber-bullying, it is not the same as sexual harassment and does not necessarily involve sexual predators. [edit] Cyber-bullying vs. cyber-stalking The practice of cyberbullying is not limited to children and, while the behavior is identified by the same definition in adults, the distinction in age groups is referred to as cyberstalking or cyberharassment when perpetrated by adults toward adults. Common tactics used by cyberstalkers are to vandalize a search engine or encyclopedia, to threaten a victim's earnings, employment, reputation, or safety. A pattern of repeated such actions against a target by and between adults constitutes cyberstalking.
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    cyber-bullying and stalking
James D

123digitalcitizenship - Digital Rights and Responsibilities - 0 views

  • The topic that we choose to do is rights and responsibilities in digital citizenship. Rights and responsibilities are the privileges and freedoms extended to all digital technology users, and the behavioral expectations that come with them. Digital rights and responsibilities are things like the right of copyright, and plagiarism. Also things like downloading music, movies and television shows being downloaded for free. Other issues include the use of the internet, especially at schools. Another issue is cell phones. Plagiarism means copying or using sites that are not properly cited, or giving credit to the author. This includes books, websites, magazines etc. It is a big problem in schools, and it is good to get away from it, and get used to it at younger ages. You must site the sites etc that you use to avoid plagiarism and trouble. Especially in higher grades like grade 11 and 12 and universities where it get very serious, such as getting kicked out of the school or university. Another big problem is the copyright of music, movies, and television shows. A lot of people download music for free on the internet and various programs, which is illegal and practically stealing. But some people do not understand how serious it is. What happens is that the artists that produce the song and etc do not get money for the songs that people are downloading straight off the internet for free. The issue of the use of computers in school is a problem, and people take advantage of the computers at school sometimes. For example people going on games etc, and other things that are not school related, or used for educational purposes. Even outside of school the internet is used inappropriately, and it is your responsibility to know what is appropriate and what is not. All these issues that we found affect the student in his/her everyday school life so we need to help them understand their responsibility towards these issues.
Brody C

Cable in the Classroom - Digital Safety - 1 views

  • Media Smart » Digital Safety    
  •   Digital SafetyInternet SafetyBullies, crooks and predators existed in the real world long before the internet came along. Just as we teach children not to talk to strangers, we have to teach them to move safely in the online world. The information in these sites can help you teach children how to protect themselves and their privacy.
  • What You Need to Know About Social Networking and MoreSocial networking is all the rage but what is it? Why do kids love it? And should parents be concerned?The Internet Keep Safe Coalition (i-KeepSafe) and MySpace have teamed up to take the mystery out of social networking and Web 2.0. In a series of short videos, you’ll learn what these terms mean, why they’re so appealing to kids, and how to keep your children safe as they take advantage of these engaging tools.
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  • CyberbullyingCreated by Dr. Sameer Hinduja,  an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice  at Florida Atlantic University, and Dr. Justin W. Patchin, an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice in the Department of Political Science at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, this site provides cyberbullying research, stories, cases, downloads, fact sheets, tips and strategies, news headlines, a blog, and a number of other helpful resources.CybercrimeThe US Department of Justice's Cybercrime site presents tips for online safety and privacy.
  • GetNetWiseThe Internet Education Foundation’s GetNetWise helps families find the resources they need to make informed decisions about using the Internet. The site includes a safety guide, recommended sites for kids, and information about Internet filters. Topics include how to: Keep children safe online Stop unwanted e-mail and spam Protect your computer from hackers and viruses Keep your personal info private. Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe)The Internet Keep Safe Coalition teaches basic rules of Internet safety to children and adults through an animated character, Faux Paws the techno cat, in online stories and in books. Teacher materials, including worksheets and lesson ideas are available online. Parent materials include a video series on safety and four lessons designed for use in a family setting: Meet Faux Paw the Techno Cat What to do When Something Online Worries You Bullying and the Myth of Internet Anonymity Our Family’s Safety Contract i-SAFEi-SAFE America's mission is to educate and empower youth to safely and responsibly take control of their Internet experience. i-SAFE offers dynamic, standards-based K-12 curriculum free of charge to educate students on how to avoid dangerous or unlawful behavior. The organization also offers community outreach programs to extend Internet safety beyond the classroom. You can sign up for training classes and programs on Internet safety through iSafe’s VirtualTraining Academy.Kidz PrivacyCreated by the Federal Trade Commission, Kidz Privacy is based on the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act and presents crucial information about protecting children’s online privacy. The site includes links to numerous government resources.
  • OnGuard OnlineOnGuard Online offers practical tips and information from the federal government to help consumers learn about and avoid becoming victims of Internet scams. Topics include ways to minimize problems when making online purchases, avoiding phishing scams (with a fun Flash animation on how to tell if you’re being phished), and defending cell phones and PDA’s against attack.
Vicki Davis

Cool Cat Teacher Blog: Leverage your iPad and iPhone Screens to Spark Success #mlearnin... - 0 views

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    How to use your ipad and iphone screen to help you be more successful.
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    Students need to know that organizing their cell phone screens can help them focus. For example, you should have a school screen on your smartphone to keep from being distracted.
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