Today's students are coming of age during unprecedented changes in how we consume news and information. They have access to worlds of knowledge other generations could hardly have imagined. In order to effectively use this knowledge and make well-informed decisions as citizens, they must first learn to be discerning about the information they consume. As educators, it's our responsibility to nurture critical thinking skills and a healthy skepticism to help them reach that goal – along with an appreciation for quality journalism.
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Simple, Social, and Snazzy Storytelling with Storybird - 0 views
BiblioNasium - Kids Share Book Recommendations. Use Online Reading Logs, Find Books At ... - 0 views
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Part kids social network, part parent's guide, part teacher's tool, BiblioNasium blends technology with personal connection to create a supportive, engaging space for reading success.
My Languages: Social Media And Creativity In The Language Classroom - 0 views
WordStash :: Learn vocabulary with flashcards, a dictionary, and games - 0 views
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Word Stash is a vocabulary building tool that takes flashcards to a whole new level. With interactive definitions, this web tool makes learning new words fun. Pre-set lists for exams like the SAT make it easy to get started. Users can also listen to the words pronounced, see great examples of them in real-life articles, and even share them with peers via social networks like Twitter. There are currently 200,000 words in the bank and users can add any other words they would like. This is a great tool for learning new words or creating a list of words to review for subjects ranging from English to Science.
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Since its release in late 2007, CoveritLive has been used by thousands of writers to engage millions of readers around the world. It is actively used both by traditional bloggers as well as those in mainstream media. From niche events like chess tournaments in Germany or local elections in London, to marquee events like the NFL Draft and American Idol, CoveritLive powers live events with social engagement for thousands of digital destinations around the world. CoveritLive is used by leading brands and media companies including ESPN, Fox, Gannett, Sky News, TMZ, WSJ, Washington Post, and Yahoo.
Teacher Guides: Can You Trust the News? - NewsTrust.net - 0 views
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interactive lesson plans for college and high school classes in journalism, civics, social studies, communications and more. Our guides also provide topics for discussion and ideas for additional activities.
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