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Social Media: Is Your Breaking News Broken?

The internet and social media give us tools to find out what’s happening almost instantly – sometimes even in real time. But how much can we trust the breaking news we see online? In this video, hear from two experts on the topic…

Time

5:07

Grades

8–12

Recent

VIDEO

Political Ads on Social Media: Selling the Truth?

During an election we might take political ads for granted, or just try to tune them out. But can we really ignore the fact that the political ads in our social media feeds are targeted specifically at us? Many political campaign…

Time

6:35

Grades

8–12

Recent

VIDEO

Above the Noise: How Apps Use Design Tricks To Hook You

Ever find yourself losing track of time while you’re on your phone? Well, that’s not by accident. Our favorite apps are intentionally designed to keep us on them as long as possible so tech companies can gather data from us about…

Time

8:17

Grades

9–11

Recent

VIDEO

Above The Noise: How Your Brain Tricks You Into Negative Thinking

Ever find yourself in a negative thinking spiral? Of course you have! It’s human nature. Cognitive distortions aka thinking traps – are basically exaggerated or irrational negative thought patterns that can lead us to believe thi…

Time

8:22

Grades

9–12

Expert Review

Quizalize

Customizable quiz tool harnesses data to steer learning

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews

Grades

1–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

CURATED LIST

Media Literacy Games, Tools, and Lessons

Tools and resources to unpack media messages.

Grades

K–12

CURATED LIST

Great Social and Emotional Learning Curricula and Programs

Go deep with these character-building SEL programs.

Grades

Pre-K–12

CURATED LIST

Top Tools for Building Mindfulness in the Classroom

Help students increase mindfulness with these hand-picked apps and websites.

Grades

Pre-K–12

CURATED LIST

Emotional Intelligence Apps and Games

Help students identify and manage their emotions.

Grades

Pre-K–12

LESSON PLAN

Content Moderation and Misinformation

What are the impacts of misinformation in our online communities?

Grades

8–12

Time

20 mins.

Includes

Dilemma Discussion, Video

LESSON PLAN

The Appeal of Conspiracy Theories

Why are conspiracy theories so popular?

Grades

8–12

Time

15 mins.

Includes

Video

ARTICLE

Teachers' Essential Guide to Cybersecurity

Learn about the basics every educator and student should know.

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Laurie Salvail

Grades

K–12

Expert Review

Typing.com

Detailed and encouraging progress tracking makes typing practice fun

Learning Rating
Editorial review by Common Sense Education
Community Rating
Based on 4 reviews
Privacy Rating
Expert evaluation by Common Sense

Grades

K–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web

LESSON PLAN

Are Deepfake Videos a Threat to Democracy?

What is deepfake technology, and what are its potential impacts for us, for our democracy, and for our world?

Grades

6–12

Time

15 mins.

Includes

Video

LESSON PLAN

Is Breaking News Broken on Social Media?

Is social media a good place to share and find out about breaking news?

Grades

6–12

Time

15 mins.

Includes

Video