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Digital Citizenship Week is October 14–18!

Join thousands of teachers and students worldwide and celebrate in your classroom!

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Digital Citizenship Week

Celebrate Digital Citizenship Week in Your Classroom!

Each October, Common Sense leads Digital Citizenship Week, an annual campaign to promote a healthy, balanced, and positive approach to media and tech…

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K–12

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Online Safety: Parenting Tips for Kids and Teens

In today's connected world, helping kids and teens protect their privacy and maintain a positive online identity is critical to their future and overall well-being. Join us for a 30-minute chat to get tips and tools on fostering a safer digital environment for…

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 4 pm – 4 :30pm PDT

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K–12

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Teaching Democracy: Election Resources for Every Grade

Integrate news and media literacy early and often!

Posted on October 9, 2024 by Lynn Salehi

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1–12

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Professional Development

Discover Your Learning Pathway

Common Sense Education offers a variety of professional learning opportunities, from live webinars and in-person events to self-paced PD courses. Tea…

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K–12

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Digital Citizenship for K-12: Thinking Outside the Box

Get ready for a fun and interactive adventure through the digital world! Join Lisa Highfill, a middle school teacher at Pleasanton Virtual Academy, and Dr. An Wren, an elementary educator in a large urban school district, for a special edWebinar…

Monday, Oct. 7, 2024 10 am – 11 am PDT

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K–12

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Family Engagement Resources

For kids, digital life is real life. It's where they build friendships, take a stand on issues, and do so much more. Encourage kids and their familie…

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Pre-K–12

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Learning from Conflict: Discussing Controversial Issues in the Classroom

Help students have constructive discussions that represent differing perspectives.

Posted on September 26, 2024 by Chris Sloan

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Pre-K–12

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Digital Citizenship Lessons for the UK

Engage learners to think critically, participate responsibly and take ownership of their digital lives.

Build online resilience with our easy-to-use lessons, which include videos, exercises and activities that empower young people with responsible real-…

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K–12

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WEBINARS & EVENTS

Teaching Civil Discourse and Critical Thinking: Beyond the Headlines

 With the upcoming election and current events, it is essential for students to develop critical thinking skills to evaluate information accurately. Join Jennifer Ehehalt, Sr. Education Manager at Common Sense Education, and Dr. Steve…

Monday, Sep. 23, 2024 1 pm – 2 pm PDT

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4–12

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Help Students Fact-Check the Web Like the Pros

Build news and media literacy skills to separate fact from fiction.

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Jeff Knutson

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Pre-K–12

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Math Worksheets That Are Actually Worth Printing Out

Give students the practice they need with these worksheets that are a cut above the rest.

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Christine Elgersma

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Pre-K–12

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Virtual Field Trips Full of Learning Potential

Bring the world to your students with these free online experiences for your classroom.

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Christine Elgersma

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Pre-K–12

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5 Talking Points About Tech for Your Back-to-School Night

Answer parents' questions about tech before they ask.

Posted on August 22, 2024 by Jeff Knutson

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Pre-K–12

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Dealing with Digital Distraction in the Classroom

Digital devices put the world at our students' fingertips, whether with their own cell phones or with school-provided computers and tablets. But along with opportunities for powerful learning come the risks -- and realities -- of…

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6–12

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Free Back-to-School Resources for Grades K–12

From screen time to social media, help students thrive in a world full of media and tech.

It's easy to forget just how much media and technology are infused into everything we do—including at school. But Common Sense's free resources can h…