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Celebrating A Decade of Digital Citizenship with BrainPOP

Technology and media have evolved exponentially since Common Sense Education launched Digital Citizenship Week 10 years ago. But while platforms have changed, many of the guiding principles for how we “show up” as our best selves online are…

Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022 3 pm – 4 pm PDT

Grades

K–12

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10 Years of Digital Citizenship Week: Where We've Been, and Where We're Going

Ten years ago, Common Sense established the first-ever Digital Citizenship Week. But the digital world looks a lot different today than it did in 2012. Digital citizenship has grown and evolved over the years, and at Common Sense, we've been leading the charge…

Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022 4 pm – 5 pm PDT

Grades

K–12

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An Educator's Checklist for Positive Media and Tech Use

Today's classroom requires teachers and students to use digital tools for learning. How can we ensure that students know not just how to use digital tools for learning, but also to navigate the digital world safely, responsibly, and ethically…

Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022 10 am – 11 am PDT

Grades

K–12

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Plan for Positive Digital Culture: Being Proactive with Cyberbullying

Limiting the effects of cyberbullying requires a carefully planned framework with ongoing learning. It is a journey that shapes your school culture. What steps can we take today? Leave with immediate action items to nurture a strong and…

Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022 1 pm – 2 pm PDT

Grades

K–12

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Media Literacy and Civic Learning Activities to Promote Student Agency

View recording The ubiquity of media and technology in our lives has come with far-reaching implications: a culture of cynicism, disagreement over facts, increased incivility, and a rise in hate speech. Despite these challenges, we also have a generation of…

Tuesday, Sep. 13, 2022 12 pm – 1 pm PDT

Grades

7–12

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Second Step

Research-based SEL curriculum teaches life skills to kids and adults

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Grades

Pre-K–12

Price

Paid

Platforms

Web

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Wakelet

Tell stories, organize or remix content via digital curation platform

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Grades

6–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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How to use Podcasts as a Powerful Learning Tool for Kids

View recording  The expanding new media format of kids’ podcasts is not only an amazing screen-free entertainment source, but a valuable educational resource for kids of all ages – both in and out of the classroom. In this edWebinar we’ll navigate the…

Monday, May 23, 2022 1 pm – 2 pm PDT

Grades

K–12

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What We Can Learn from Mister Rogers' Blueprints

 Professional development for educators.Fred Rogers was more than a nice guy in a sweater — he was also a learning scientist who was decades ahead of his time. In this session, we’ll talk with Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski, authors…

Friday, May 6, 2022 9 am – 9 :30am PDT

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Unity Learn

Complete game creation curriculum gives students real-world experience

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Grades

6–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Web

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VEED

Create and edit high-quality screencasts and videos in record time

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Grades

3–12

Price

Free, Free to try

Platforms

Web

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Young Kids and Screens: Healthy Development in the Digital Age

Join this interactive edWebinar for early childhood educators (working with kids ages 0–8). The presenters will cover how to facilitate meaningful conversations with parents and caregivers about helping young kids develop essential life skills, both with and…

Wednesday, Apr. 6, 2022 12 pm – 1 pm PDT

Grades

Pre-K–2

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TikTok

Present on popular platform with short videos using clear parameters

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Grades

10–12

Price

Free

Platforms

Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch

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Quizizz

Quiz tool has evolved to become interactive lesson platform

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Grades

3–12

Price

Free, Paid

Platforms

Web, Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Mac

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Clubhouse: Drop-in Audio Chat

Audio-only networker provides spaces for educators to connect

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Free

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iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch