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It's common for kids to use images they find online, for school projects or just for fun. But kids don't often understand which images are OK to use…
Topics
News & Media Literacy
Grades
4
In a world filled with more content than we could ever possibly consume, recommendation algorithms have long been a necessary part of the internet.…
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Recent advancements in artificial intelligence are making chatbot technology more helpful (and clever), while at the same time, it's becoming harder…
The number of artificial intelligence (AI) tools has grown significantly over the past few years. Some of the most popular tools are capable of…
9, 10, 11, 12
Online tools are empowering for kids, and they also come with big responsibilities. But do kids always know what to do when they encounter…
Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech
Kids share a lot of information whenever they go online -- sometimes on purpose, sometimes not. But do they understand that online privacy isn't just…
Privacy & Security
8
Kids encounter all kinds of stereotypes in the media. But are kids always aware of what they're seeing? Help your students think critically about how…
Digital Footprint & Identity
5
Every time we go online, we're giving away information about ourselves. But just how much data are companies collecting from us? Hint: It's probably…
7
The word "addiction" packs a heavy punch, and the research is inconclusive on whether it's truly accurate when it comes to digital device use. What's…
Media Balance & Well-Being
11
Whether students are getting a device for the first time, or are seasoned digital citizens, it's always a good idea for them to have a little…
K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Our brains are great at using past experiences to make quick decisions on the fly, but these shortcuts can also lead to bias. "Confirmation bias" is…
10
Having conversations online, without nonverbal cues or being able to see people, can be awkward and sometimes even risky -- with drawbacks from…
Relationships & Communication
9
Games, social media, and other online spaces give kids opportunities to meet and chat with others outside the confines of their real-life communities…
6
This activity is a shortened version of the We Are Civil Communicators lesson from our digital citizenship curriculum.
12
Well-crafted headlines benefit everyone. They help readers digest information and publishers sell news stories. But what if the headline is…
