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Section 230: Supreme Court Grapples with Definition of Publisher

Feb 23, 2023

Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act is a great unifier. Congressmembers from both sides of the aisle agree that it should be struck down or highly modified.

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Parent and Teen Guide to Generative AI

Feb 1, 2024

New technology offers risks and rewards.

How I Nearly Fell for a Frightening ‘Virtual Kidnapping’ Scam

Apr 27, 2023

I was impacted by a scam this week that didn’t cost me money or expose my data, but did take an enormous emotional toll, including 20 minutes of terror.

Parent’s Guide to ZEPETO

Aug 22, 2023

ZEPETO is popular among teens for designing content, fashion, items, and virtual environments.

Ask Trish: U.S. Surgeon General’s Social Media Advisory

May 30, 2023

What you should know about this week’s report on social media and youth from the U.S. Surgeon General and why it’s a big deal.

Ask Trish: Supporting Your Mental Health Via Tech

Apr 17, 2023

Hi Trish, I’m wondering if there are technologies or online communities you recommend to support my mental health?

Parent and Teen Guide to Generative AI

Feb 1, 2024

New technology offers risks and rewards.

5 Tips for Keeping Your Teen Safe Online this Summer

Jun 17, 2019

By Kerry Gallagher Your teens will probably be around the house and have more downtime this summer than they do during the school year. That means ample opportunities to go online to watch videos, play games, and use social media. While they deserve a break to unwind...

Parent’s Guide to Education Technology

Jun 10, 2019

Education technology enhances learning by integrating digital tools, preparing students for future careers and responsible digital citizenship.

Educator’s Guide to Social Media

Dec 22, 2017

Teach students to think before posting, be kind, and evaluate sources.

Parent’s Guide to Google Family Link

Aug 30, 2017

Family Link helps parents teach their children about safe and responsible device use, offering a supervised learning experience.

The Educator’s Guide to Student Data Privacy

May 4, 2017

Educators must protect student data while leveraging technology for instructional purposes.

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Wellness and Safety

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...

How to Keep 'Zoombombers' from Disrupting your Online Meetings or Classes

Apr 7, 2020

by Larry Magid UPDATE: Zoom just launched a Security Toolbar that you can easily access during a meeting. Scroll down to"during a meeting" section under three places where you can set controls. As you may have heard, several school districts, including New York City,...

Avoiding Financial Fraud During Covid-19

Apr 7, 2020

ConnectSafely's CEO Larry Magid speaks with US Secret Service Special Agent in Charge Tom Edwards and Visa VP Lori Hodges about why financial fraud is expected to increase in the coming weeks and months and how to protect yourself. Take a look at our next show here....

Resources for Coping, Learning, and Shopping While Stuck Home

Apr 2, 2020

There is never a good time for a pandemic, but the silver lining on this very dark cloud is that it’s happening at a time when we have the ability to communicate, learn and relax online. For millions of us, the internet has become our lifeline. If we have kids whose...

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Podcasts

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...

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Videos

1. Generative AI for Families

2. Smart Digital Parenting: Navigating Screens with Children & Teens

3. New Gaming Research

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