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AI Literacy Is Just Digital and Media Literacy in Disguise.
Key points An executive order, Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth, calls for AI literacy. AI literacy is...


Bullying Prevention Month: Why It Matters More Than Ever
October marks National Bullying Prevention Month , a time to raise awareness and take action against a problem that touches nearly every...


When Pictures Lie: AI Images, Cyberbullying, and What Parents and Teachers Need to Know
AI image tools (sometimes called deepfake generators) can take a simple photo and make it look like a student is in a place they’ve never been, wearing something they never wore, or doing something they never did. According to the Pew Research Center, nearly six in ten Americans already expect AI to have a major impact on online misinformation in the next decade.


15 Lessons from Teaching Digital Literacy for 15 Years
After teaching digital literacy for 15 years, I've learned a few things (15 things to be exact) that I hope you’ll find useful—whether you are a parent, an educator, or like all of us, just trying to navigate technology mindfully.


Why Schools Should Choose Cyber Civics in 2025: A Social Worker's Perspective on Digital Well-Being and Readiness
As a Licensed Master Social Worker working closely with adolescents, I’ve seen firsthand how today’s digital world shapes the minds, behaviors, and emotional landscapes of our students. Screens are ever-present. Social media is omnipresent. AI is evolving faster than we can regulate it. And misinformation? It spreads with a tap.


Why Schools Should Prioritize Digital Wellbeing in 2025: A Mental Health Professional’s Perspective on the Cyber Civics Health & Wellbeing Series
As a mental health professional, I’ve witnessed firsthand how today’s digital world profoundly shapes the emotional well-being of young people. Students today are navigating far more than academics—they’re juggling the pressures of social media, the complexities of digital relationships, and the constant presence of screens in nearly every aspect of their lives.


Why Kids Are Talking to Chatbots: What Every Educator Needs to Know in 2025
2025 really is the year of not only AI but definitely the chatbot. We've seen news articles and countless opinion pieces on how these...


4 Ways to Keep Kids at the Steering Wheel When It Comes to AI
Ensuring that the next generation of humans stays central to the creation of content online will make the internet better for all of us in the long run.


What Texas's Age-Gating Law Gets Wrong About Kids and Tech
Editor note: This article has been republished from Psychology Today with the explicit permission of the author Key points Age...


Instead of Banning Cellphones in School, Connecticut District Embraced Them
To many teachers and administrators, the biggest enemy of education sits in the pockets and backpacks of their students. Viewed as a...


An Introduction to Digital Literacy Education and Cyber Civics for the Digital Age
Digital technology is embedded in nearly every aspect of our lives today. From online shopping to social media, we navigate multiple...


Teaching Empathy in the Digital Age: Why It’s More Critical Than Ever
In 2025 — in a digital world where you can post anything, say anything, be anyone — be a digital empath. Choose empathy. Lead with kindness. Because online or offline, kindness travels farther than we could ever imagine.


Screen Smart: Helping Students Balance Tech Use During Final Exams
As May kicks off final exam season, students everywhere are reaching for their devices—not just to study, but often for endless...


Empowering Students: Strategies for Teachers to Help Kids Identify AI-Generated Misinformation Online
Misinformation spreads rapidly, faster than many students even realize, posing serious challenges for students and educators alike. With...


TikTok: Navigating the Educational Landscape Safely
TikTok has taken the world by storm, particularly among younger audiences. It has changed how they create and consume content. This...
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