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ProCon

Social Media

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter—are they good for society? Pupils prepare for a class debate in which they voice their opinions on the issue. They read the main pro and con arguments, explore others' opinions, view videos, and discover the...
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Be Web Aware : Social Networking

For Students 9th - 10th
An informative article looking at teens and social networking. What is it? What should parents know and the need to encourage privacy issues in these open forums of social interaction.
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ProCon.org

Pro Con: Social Networking: Are Social Networking Sites Good for Our Society?

For Students 9th - 10th
Website outlining the debate about social networking pros and cons and whether or not social networking sites benefit our society. Research, studies, commentary and video for comprehensive study.
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Childnet International: Digizen: Social Networking

For Students 9th - 10th
Most students participate in social networking applications such as Facebook, MySpace, or Twitter. This site presents the benefits and risks of using social networking tools in education. The site also presents examples of successful...
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Connect Safely: Connect Safely: Smart Socializing Starts Here

For Teachers K - 1st
This resource offers students and adults information in order to help young people socialize safely online.
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Other

Lego: My Lego Network

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Free and safe social networking site dedicated to young students who share the love for the children's building blocks LEGOs. Students create their own page for the purpose of trying challenging blueprints or sharing their own creations.
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Other

Digital.gov: Federal Social Media Accessibility Toolkit Hackpad

For Students 9th - 10th
This toolkit is intended for government agencies and other organizations to help them evaluate the accessibility of their social media programs. It contains tips, real-life examples and best practices to ensure that social media content...
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Other

Kidsmart: Social Networking

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your online safety knowledge about social networking. Here, you can find some great tips and learn the "Smart" way to network online to keep in touch with friends.
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Get Safe Online

Get Safe Online: Safe Social Networking

For Students 9th - 10th
Social networking sites are very popular. They also expose people to certain risks, such as online bullying, loss of privacy, cyber stalking and other problems. This resource describes some of the risks with social networking sites and...
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University of Texas at Austin

Lanic: Latin American Network Information Center

For Students 9th - 10th
Vast network of information from and about Latin America is provided. Major topic headings include countries, economy, education, government, humanities, science, social sciences, society and culture, recreation, media and communication,...
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Other

The Anxiety Network

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive resource dealing with Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, and Generalized Anxiety. Definitions, resources, and treatments for these mental health problems are available.
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Other

Art Education 2.0: Using New Technology in Art Classrooms

For Students 9th - 10th
Art Education 2.0 is a social networking site for art teachers run by university professor Craig Roland. Find answers, inspiration, and more from dozens of other art teachers just like yourself who have questions and ideas to share.
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Other

Anxiety Network: Social Anxiety / Social Phobia

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource presents information about social anxiety (also known as social phobia).
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Other

I*earn (International Education and Resource Network)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This nonprofit organization creates structured projects that facilitate engaged learning and youth making a difference on an International scale. Project areas include interdisciplinary topics such as the environment/science,...
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Other

History News Network

For Students 9th - 10th
The History News Network publishes articles written by historians on current events. This is a rich resource for both teachers and students. The site includes historians' blogs and lesson plans.
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Other

Do something.org

For Students 9th - 10th
Do Something is a nationwide network of young people who know they can make a difference in their communities and take action to change the world around them. As part of Do Something, young people are asked what they want to do to make...
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OER Commons

Oer Commons (Open Educational Resources)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
OER Commons is a network of resources that have been shared by many different schools, instructors and institutions - and it is all free for you to use! Browse the courses or lesson plans for topics ranging from mathematics to humanities.
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Other

Job Stress Network

For Students 9th - 10th
The Center for Social Epidemiology offers study results, upcoming conference information, and other resources related to stress and methods of coping with it, especially in the work place.
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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Bitumen Sourcing in the Olmec Region (2004)

For Students 9th - 10th
Study suggests that chemical studies on bitumen (hydrocarbon material) is a feasible method of studying inter-regional trade and social networks. Includes a chart defining archaeological phases of the Olmec Culture.
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Other

Childnet International: Kidsmart

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A comprehensive site on Internet safety for kids. Covers social networking, safe searching, chatting, digital footprints, games, and more. Includes lesson materials for ages 3-11, stories, and videos.
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Other

Teaching History With Technology

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
EdTechTeacher has developed The Center for Teaching History with Technology to offer more opportunities for teachers to integrate technology into their classrooms. They suggest excellent professional development from websites for lesson...
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Other

Internet Society: A Brief History of the Internet

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief history of the internet, written by those who were involved in the development evolution of the Internet. This history revolves around four distinct aspects: the technological evolution, operations and management aspect of a...
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CNN

Cnn: World

For Students 9th - 10th
The Cable News Network (CNN) provides the latest news, issues, and events occurring in the world today. Content includes the top international headlines, including specialized focus on Africa, the Americas, the Asia-Pacific region,...
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Boston University

How to Conduct a Multi Ethnic Team Reporting Project

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This site offers a phenomenal plan for assembling a culturally diverse journalism team to work on a story (or series of stories) of social significance. This extensive guideline provides step by step instructions. (Note: some links may...

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