Posts tagged digital citizenship
Email expectations - Leading by example for student well-being

In a world flooded with digital distractions, educators must reflect on their tech behavior. Students notice when teachers prioritize emails over conversations. A survey revealed 41.7% felt ignored due to tech use, affecting their well-being. To set an example, teachers and leaders must curb excessive emails, promote in-person interactions, and adhere to communication guidelines. Prioritizing meaningful connections over digital noise not only enhances student-teacher relationships but also equips students with healthier tech habits.

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Our kids are getting lost in the upside down

Recently, I watched the latest season of Netflix’s hit show Stranger Things. While I was watching, something struck me. The upside down in Stranger Things reminded me of online spaces: there are alternate dimensions, full of toxic monsters, that mirror our world. We need to understand this space to keep children safe online.

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Digital Citizenship is the blindside of child protection

You will find thoughts and concrete ideas on digital citizenship and child protection here. This post should get you thinking about your school or your home and how we adults sometimes know that some of our digital behavior isn't perfect, yet we react like a deer looking into the headlights: we don't change course, slam on the brakes or make any correction until there is damage.

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