Safer Internet Day Is Over But Resources Remain Online
Safer Internet Day may be over but today, tomorrow, or any other day are also good times to talk about how you and your family can use the internet in a safer and more secure manner.
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Ask Trish: Telegram
I recently read about Telegram’s founder being arrested. What are your thoughts on all of that?
Ask Trish: Telegram
I recently read about Telegram’s founder being arrested. What are your thoughts on all of that?
Parent Guides
Parent, Educator & Youth Guide to LGBTQ Cyberbullying
By Warren J. Blumenfeld, Ed.D. Download Free Guide (PDF) All young people deserve to grow up in a world where they are accepted, loved and treated with compassion, but sadly, that’s not the case for everyone. Some young people are vulnerable to bullying,...
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Wellness and Safety
Parent’s Guide to Cyberbullying
Download Guide (PDF) Download Quick Guide (PDF) Bullying is a serious, long-standing social problem that now occurs in digital spaces as well as physical ones. But, contrary to what you might have heard or read, it isn't just a youth problem, it isn't getting worse,...
Is There a Relationship Between Tech Use and Gun Violence?
by Larry Magid This post first appeared in the Mercury News I was thinking about writing a column about the "tech angle" of the Buffalo shooting but wound up changing subjects at the last minute. Unfortunately, the topic is back in the news because of the horrific...
Ask Trish: My Debut Book, ReThink the Internet
By Trisha Prabhu Trish, I’ve been seeing sm about your new book online!! It looks so cool. Why did you write it and what's in it? Thank you so much for the kind words – as well as the opportunity to share a bit more about some exciting news I have! Indeed, my debut...
Digital Wellness is Emotional Wellness
by Kerry GallagherThis series on digital wellness is being published in partnership with MASCD. Emotional wellness is an area our society is, thankfully, working to build awareness and progress. In schools it is often called “SEL” or social emotional learning and it...
Podcasts
Podcast: Detecting Disinformation and Spin
Today Larry talks to Peter Adams, Senior Vice President of Research and Design for the News Literacy Project. They discuss the upcoming election, mis- and disinformation, as well as some surprising information on how media literacy is taught in classrooms. You can...
Parenting and Working While Sheltering at Home
Podcast: ConnectSafely.org CEO Larry Magid chats with parent and veteran educator Kerry Gallagher about tips for parenting and educating kids at home. By Larry Magid With many communities under a “shelter at home” order and others smartly taking precautions, a...
Safety and Privacy of Smart Displays and Speakers at Home and in the Classroom
ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid and K-12 Education Director Kerry Gallagher. Click to listen ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid and educator and ConnectSafely K-12 Education Director Kerry Gallagher talk about their use of the Facebook Portal as well as other...
Balancing Tech and Low-Tech During Kids’ Summer Break
Summer is almost here, which means that kids will be out of school. While that means that they do have more time to use their devices, it's also time for fresh air, exercise and -- for many -- family vacations. In this episode, ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid...
Videos
1. Generative AI for Families
2. Smart Digital Parenting: Navigating Screens with Children & Teens
3. New Gaming Research
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