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For Kids, Summertime Doesn’t Have to Mean More Screentime

May 9, 2024

Summertime is almost here, which means that kids will soon be out of school, perhaps with plenty of time on their hands. That’s great, but it also means that they’ll have more time to interact with their devices. For some kids, this can be problematic.

Beware of ‘Smishing’ Scams

Nov 2, 2023

The first few times I got a text message from a stranger that appeared to be directed at someone else, I politely informed them that they’d reached the wrong number.

Ask Trish: Bullying Prevention Month 2023

Oct 24, 2023

Before I begin today’s post, I want to briefly say that I hope and pray that, amidst the many challenges our world is facing right now, you and your loved ones are safe, healthy, and well.

Device Decisions

Oct 18, 2023

Adolescents are more likely to abide by tech restrictions and structures when they have a say in how and why they are created.

Ask Trish: Deepfakes

Oct 10, 2023

I’ve been hearing all about deepfakes in the news these days. What are deepfakes and why are people so worried about them?

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Parent Guides

Parent’s Guide to Roblox

Parent’s Guide to Roblox

Oct 31, 2020

By Maureen Kochan and Larry Magid, Ed.D. Download Quick Guide (PDF) If your kids love to play online games, one of the names you may be hearing about a lot lately is Roblox. Launched in 2006, Roblox’s popularity among gamers 8-years-old and up has exploded, and it is...

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Wellness and Safety

Parent’s Guide to Google Search

Parent’s Guide to Google Search

Jan 4, 2023

Note: This guide applies only to Google Search and not other search tools. If you or your children are using other sites, please familiarize yourselves with their settings and safety features. Download the Guide (PDF) How Google Search works While performing a basic...

Parent’s Guide to Teen Sextortion Scams

Jul 17, 2022

Download the Guide (PDF) The FBI has reported a “huge increase” in sextortion scams targeting teens, especially boys 14 to 17. According to the Cyberbullying Research Center, 5% of teens have been the target of sextortion, and only one-third told their parents. The...

Quick-Guide to Virtual Kidnapping Scams

Jun 4, 2023

Virtual kidnapping scams are on the rise. Protect yourself and your family with some common sense precautions, plus what to do if you receive a terrifying call from a scammer. Scroll down to the bottom for a video based on these tips. Download the Quick-Guide (PDF)...

Tips to Help Stop Cyberbullying

Dec 12, 2020

Guidance for parents and young people on cyberbullying, including advice for ending (or preventing) the cycle of aggression. For a more comprehensive look, see A Parents' Guide to Cyberbullying.  For kids and teens Know that it's not your fault. What people call...

Podcasts

Podcast: How to Dodge Techno and Moral Panics

Podcast: How to Dodge Techno and Moral Panics

Mar 15, 2024

In this second episode with Jeff Jarvis, Larry and Jeff discuss regulation, encryption, the dangers of techno-moral panics, and Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which has been quite controversial in the United States. Find out more in this follow-up with...

Helping Kids Survive Bullying and Other Trauma

May 6, 2019

ConnectSafley CEO Larry Magid and K-12 Education Director Kerry Gallagher talk about how adults can support youth who have been affected by bullying. Why do some kids have a horrible time after being bullied while others are able to bounce back. The answer lies, in...

Helping Students Cope with Flood of Presidential Election News

Apr 29, 2019

ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid and K-12 Education Director Kerry Gallagher The Presidential election campaign is heating up. And with it will come lots of claims, counterclaims and, likely, plenty of inaccuracies.  In this conversation, ConnectSafely.,org CEO...

Videos

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3. New Gaming Research

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