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How students can safely search the internet

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As a result, our learners gain access to a wide variety of perspectives and sources outside of their school and community. . An internet search can bring up videos, message boards, blogs or social media posts with toxic messaging. . When learners navigate online, search engines and social media track their browsing history.

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How to practice ethical monitoring

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On any given school day, approximately 50 million students around the world are using some type of device to access and complete assignments, collaborate with classmates or search the internet for resources to enhance their learning. POSITIVE uses of Hapara! The post How to practice ethical monitoring appeared first on Hapara.

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How to block websites in K-12 schools

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Under CIPA, schools must: block websites or filter learners’ internet access to inappropriate and harmful pictures. Gaming sites, the latest social media sites and online forums can be distracting for kids. Then students can access the webpage for learning exercises. protect their personal information. URL filtering.

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Exploring different types of web filters for K-12 schools

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A web filter’s main goal is to block online content that internet users shouldn’t access and keep harmful malware from breaking into a network. When IT staff adds a URL to the allowed list, learners and educators can access that website at any point. For example, YouTube could be blocked entirely because it falls under social media.

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Five digital citizenship activities everyone should know about

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Digital access : Advocating for learners, families and staff members to have equitable access to technology, digital resources and the internet. Whether learners question rules related to internet usage or need support in how to use social media safely, opening a dialogue is one of the best ways to approach digital citizenship topics.

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Five benefits and challenges of classroom technology

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Access to resources Technology opens up a world of resources beyond textbooks. Learners can access endless articles, websites, research databases, educational videos and online tutorials anytime on any device. There are also tools that help learners with IEPs and 504 plans access content. For example, Ms.

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Cell phones in school: Reclaiming student attention

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Recently, Christian Ruiz of the Dallas Independent School District joined Robert Bailey of Hāpara for a frank discussion on cell phones and social media in school. We asked educators and administrators in the Hāpara community and on social media: What is the cell phone policy in your school or district?