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Social Networking ProCon.org - 0 views

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Julie Lindsay

Where Will Social Media Users Go In 2016? (Infographic) - 1 views

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    Interesting set of infographics from the USA showing trends demographically of social media use and users.
Julie Lindsay

Social networking belongs in school | Safe and Secure - CNET News - 2 views

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    Article by Larry Magid mentioning Flat Classroom Project
Brody C

Cable in the Classroom - Digital Safety - 1 views

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  •   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.
Julie Lindsay

Cool Cat Teacher Blog: Facebook Friending 101 for Schools - 0 views

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    Excellent blog post by my friend Vicki Davis - everyone should read this and learn from it!
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    Facebook is one the most commonly used social networking sites. There are more than 800 million users and more than 70 languages used. More than 350 of Facebook's active users has access to the site on their phone and more than 475 mobile operators work to promote Facebook mobile products. Quote: "More than 50% of our active users log on to Facebook in any given day." -from this website
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    These statistics show that over 800 million people actively use Facebook! Its kind of scary to think that your child has the possibility of being friend-ed by any of them?! Be an aware parent and watch over your child's online activity, but do it form afar! Don't go get on their page! Make your own! That's taking away trust and we are entering a digital age! You need to be on the internet learning just as much as your children do! Quotes: Facts about Facebook: More than 800 million active user More than 900 million objects that people interact with (pages, groups, events and community pages) More than 70 languages available on the site On average, people on Facebook install apps more than 20 million times every day More than 350 million active users currently access Facebook through their mobile devices
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