Embrace Technology or Be Left Behind
Too many of our schools are mired in old ways. Many still ban handheld technology ...as if we could stop this tide from entering our walls! Read Full Post >
All Blog Posts With social media Tag or Category
January 30, 2013
January 25, 2013
Chicago Offers Social Media Tips to Principals
The Social Media Toolkit offers tutorials and recommendations for principals trying to engage the community through social media. It appears to be one of the first such resources of its kind in the country. Read Full Post >
January 09, 2013
Technology Breaks Suggested as Way to Improve Learning Focus
Students working at home generally can't make it more than five minutes before becoming distracted with technology. Read Full Post >
January 02, 2013
High Schoolers Use Chat Rooms to Reach College Admissions' Officers
An online site connects students and high school counselors with college admissions staff, who provide information on financial aid, admissions standards, and campus life. Read Full Post >
December 21, 2012
After Newtown, Students' Online Postings Bring Disciplinary Action
School leaders in Delaware, Ohio, Washington and other states have taken steps to quell rumors of school violence posted on social media sites. Read Full Post >
December 13, 2012
Social Media Linked to Apps, Whether Parents Like it or Not
The Federal Trade Commission reveals the extent to which apps allow students to connect to social media, often without parents' knowledge. Read Full Post >
December 11, 2012
Teachers Like Social Networks, But Not Always Your Social Networks
A new survey shows educators use social networks like Facebook and Twitter, but there is evidence they may prefer networks designed specifically for them. Read Full Post >
December 03, 2012
Fostering Big Ideas to Solve Problems in Education
Speakers at the Big Ideas Fest in California talked about using the passion of students to address education's greatest challenges. Read Full Post >
November 08, 2012
Research on Kids' Social-Media Habits Seen Lacking
Current research on social media often excludes children under the age of nine, a report from the Joan Ganz Cooney Center says. Read Full Post >
November 05, 2012
DIY: Amplify Your Impact With Social Media
You can extend your impact with social media. Schools, districts, networks, nonprofits, providers and startups, can leverage social media to efficiently communicate, effectively build brand awareness, and gathering feedback on customer experience. Read Full Post >
