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Thanksgiving Activities That Keep You in Charge of Learning

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here’s how to create a widget Access the Gallery (use this link ) and search the available widgets; select one like these related to the holiday (you may have to query ‘holiday’) or another of your choice. You can also share it to most social media. There are many. Team Challenge Time required: 1.5

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What Educators Need to know about Social Media, Online Bullying, and Hate Speech in Schools

Waterford

It can be channeled through social media posts, while gaming, through direct messages, and much more.[2]. Because many students have 24/7 access to a smartphone, online bullies can follow them around, giving no sense of relief. That’s why some districts have started monitoring their students’ social media accounts.

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Creating Interactive Lessons Through App Smashing

A Principal's Reflections

Greg Kulowiec provides an excellent working definition: App Smashing is the process of using multiple apps to create projects or complete tasks. If you or your school doesn’t use one of these at scale, consider using a general Google Doc where the permission is set that anyone can access without signing in. In this case, less is more.

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Should AI be STOPPED?

The CoolCatTeacher

We should consider which jobs should be automated and which should remain under human control (Ahem, content moderation, something social media receives a resounding F on lately.) I also think that: Every tech tool should have a “kill switch” – this includes social media.

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Connectedness as the Standard

A Principal's Reflections

When I think back to my life as an educator prior to becoming connected, I can honestly say that I was isolated, naive, and definitely not as well rounded as I am today. Access to a wealth of free resources. One of the most amazing attributes associated with social media is that it makes the world a much smaller place.

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Recognizing the Digital Assets You Have at Your Disposal

A Principal's Reflections

We live in amazing times where readily accessible research and connectivity converge to not only transform practices but also provide the means to share them for the benefit of others. I have also been blessed to observe great examples that members of my Personal Learning Network (PLN) make available on social media.

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Leading in a Remote Learning World

A Principal's Reflections

This definitely applies now. When using social media, think about the platforms being used and mix it up by mashing together text, hyperlinks, images, and video. Take a risk and make yourself vulnerable by delivering light-hearted messages using Snapchat and TikTok. Don't ignore self-care These are stressful times for teachers.

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