FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does it work?

When a school or organization subscribes to Cyber Civics, they're sent a proprietary link that any teacher at that school/organization can use to register for a private account on our online portal. This is where they access lesson plans, slides, videos, teacher guides, family activity letters, and get full support to teach these lessons. Every level includes enough :50 minute-long lessons/activities to last an entire school year (when taught weekly).

How much do I have to know about technology to teach Cyber Civics?

Not much! The most important digital literacy skills are social and behavioral skills. These lessons can be taught entirely without tech by anyone who is smarter than a 4th grader. Your wisdom is what kids need most.

What's the cost?

The reason we don't post our subscription cost is because it is based upon the size of the school/organization. It is extremely reasonable and there is a very low annual renewal fee. We continually refresh lessons (in real time), update the curriculum annually, add new material, and provide on-going engagement and support. We also offer discounts to schools that cannot afford to subscribe.

What's included?

For Middle School:

Downloadable, easy-to-follow lesson plans (every lesson includes a hands-on student activity).
Google Slides (with our embedded original videos) accompany every lesson (see example below).
Video Links (in case teachers opt not to use the Slides)
Student Packets for student work. Fillable (to use online) and Printable (to use offline).
Send-home letters for parents with suggested at-home activities/videos that align with each lesson.
Teacher guides and full support.
Monthly newsletter that keep teachers engaged and informed.
Professional development support (including complimentary "screen-share" tutorials for teachers).
Discounted parent presentations.

For 4th and 5th Grade:

Downloadable, easy-to-follow lesson plans (every lesson includes a hands-on student activity).
Engaging video with every lesson (see example below).
Video Links (in case teachers opt not to show in the classroom)
Teacher guide and full support.
Monthly newsletter to keep teachers engaged and informed.
Professional development support (including complimentary "screen-share" tutorials for teachers).
Discounted parent presentations.

What if we don't have the time to teach weekly lessons?

Some schools use only teach the lessons that work best for them when they can (we can customize a plan for you!).

What about parents?

We're glad you asked! Cyber Civics works best with community-wide support. That's why it includes ready-to-send-home letters with activities that families can do together. Every activity aligns with a lesson taught in the classroom. And, we offer links to our student videos so that parents/guardians can watch these together at home too.

We also encourage parents to read "Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology" (HarperCollins Leadership). This book includes activities for families ("Cyber Civics Moments"). Plus there is this free discussion guide that book clubs, parent groups, and teacher study groups can use too.

Finally, please visit Cyberwise (a.k.a., No Grownup Left Behind). This is our parent site where we offer FREE resources and information on how to support children in their digital lives.

Do you visit schools?

Yes! We visit schools in-person and virtually to deliver engaging parent presentations and to give educator workshops. Learn more here.