teens 2/4

Jul 7, 20224 min read

8 Pros and Cons of TikTok On Kids' Mental Health

Some argue using TikTok puts kids in harm's way. Others claim it can benefit their self-esteem. Both sides offer legitimate arguments...

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Social Media in the Learning Process—Is It Underestimated?

IvyPanda

Jun 23, 20223 min read

Social Media in the Learning Process—Is It Underestimated?

This excerpt reprinted by permission from IvyPanda When Covid-19 turned the world upside-down, technologies provided much-needed relief...

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What IS Digital Literacy? The Road That Leads to Everywhere

Diana Graber

Jun 14, 20224 min read

What IS Digital Literacy? The Road That Leads to Everywhere

Most people use technology more hours per day than they sleep, yet there is no general consensus on what it means to be a “literate” user...

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Why Digital Kids Should Learn Financial Responsibility and Literacy

Sam Bowman

Jun 9, 20224 min read

Why Digital Kids Should Learn Financial Responsibility and Literacy

It is important for parents to teach their kids about technology-based investing. Parents can provide their children with access to tech...

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Brookelyn Simms

May 31, 20225 min read

Effects Of Social Media On Children

Social media platforms are lifesavers for those who want to stay connected with their friends and relatives. They can communicate with...

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Why Student Scholarships Are So Important

Chonsi Easly

May 4, 20223 min read

Why Student Scholarships Are So Important

Applying for a scholarship takes time and effort, and students can begin to believe it’s not worth the struggle. However, with student...

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Omegle Online Chat: What Parents Should Know

Guest Author

Apr 20, 20222 min read

Omegle Online Chat: What Parents Should Know

With so many social media sites and apps on the market today, it can be hard for parents to keep track of what kids are doing online. It...

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Online Gaming Slangs Every Parent Should Know

Mauricio Prinzlau

Apr 7, 20223 min read

Online Gaming Slangs Every Parent Should Know

How many times have you walked past your kids’ room to hear them shout “He was camping!” or “Stop feeding them!” -- only to have...

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Technology Legislation Works Best When Combined with Kids' Education

Diana Graber

Mar 9, 20226 min read

Technology Legislation Works Best When Combined with Kids' Education

In his recent State of the Union address, President Joe Biden made history by calling for apps and websites “to prioritize and ensure the...

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Why a Parent’s Influence is Important When Kids Learn Online

Mike Walker

Mar 3, 20224 min read

Why a Parent’s Influence is Important When Kids Learn Online

A parent’s influence is key to ensuring a child’s success when it comes to online schooling. Sure, you may think it’s solely the...

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4 Essential Digital Literacy Skills to Teach Your Child in 2022

Justin Weinger

Feb 23, 20222 min read

4 Essential Digital Literacy Skills to Teach Your Child in 2022

Adults have had to learn the ins and outs of the internet, but for teens, it's second-nature. That doesn't necessarily mean they know...

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What Parents Should Know About "Dating" Apps

Cynthia Lieberman

Jan 26, 20224 min read

What Parents Should Know About "Dating" Apps

Flirting, dating (and, yes, even "hooking up") are a lot easier to do in the digital age. Today, downloading a dating app, like the most...

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How To Take Care of Your Child's Mental Health

Mike Walker

Jan 23, 20224 min read

How To Take Care of Your Child's Mental Health

“I have many friends but no real friends.” “I have many people who care about me, but I don’t care about them.” “I’m fine as long as I...

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What the Heck is the Metaverse and Should You Let Your Children Go There?

Diana Graber

Dec 30, 20216 min read

What the Heck is the Metaverse and Should You Let Your Children Go There?

Last October, Facebook announced that it was rebranding itself “Meta.” The name change is a nod to the metaverse that founder Mark...

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Pamela Rutledge, PhD, MBA

Dec 13, 20214 min read

Will Tech Gifts Rot My Child's Brain?

From an iPhone to Nintendo Switch, a tablet to a smartwatch, what's on your kid's wish list? How can you make sense out of what tech...

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Is Your Child Ready for These Top Tech Gifts?

Cyberwise

Dec 6, 20215 min read

Is Your Child Ready for These Top Tech Gifts?

When spending time with family and friends around the holidays, you'll likely hear: Let’s all put our phones down! So as festivities roll...

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Terry Turner

Nov 17, 202112 min read

Internet Safety for Kids

Threats to children’s internet safety include invasions of privacy, cyberbullying, sexting, and harassment. Options to protect your...

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Parents: Should You Worry About "Squid Game"?

Cyberwise

Nov 4, 20213 min read

Parents: Should You Worry About "Squid Game"?

Even if you haven’t watched “Squid Game,” you’ve probably heard about the immensely popular new show. This Korean battle royal series...

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9 Ways to Make Social Media Safer for Children

Guest Author

Oct 26, 20218 min read

9 Ways to Make Social Media Safer for Children

As parents, our two top priorities are to keep our children safe and to provide as many opportunities as possible for them to make the...

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As Parents Learn of Facebook’s Harms, Let’s Not Overlook Kids Using Tech Well

Diana Graber

Oct 7, 20214 min read

As Parents Learn of Facebook’s Harms, Let’s Not Overlook Kids Using Tech Well

Thanks to Facebook whistleblower, Frances Haugen, parents everywhere now know that the social media giant (who also owns the teen-fav...

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