ProCon
Social Media
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...
ProCon.org
Pro Con: Social Networking: Are Social Networking Sites Good for Our Society?
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.
Other
Lego: My Lego Network
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.
Other
Childnet International: Digizen: Social Networking
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...
Get Safe Online
Get Safe Online: Safe Social Networking
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...
Other
Art Education 2.0: Using New Technology in Art Classrooms
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.
Other
History News Network
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.
Other
Get Net Wise: Online Safety Guide
All aspects of internet use and safety are addressed in this informative site. Suitable for all ages, topics covered include the many kinds of internet and technology risks, safety tips for all ages, and more.
Other
Digizen: Cyberbullying: Let's Fight It Together
Video tells the story of a young teenager who is subjected to cyberbullying-repeated hostile, harmful, and harassing attacks directed at individuals though technological means (Internet, mobile phones, social networking sites)....
Other
Educational Cyber Playground: Technology Tools for the Online Classroom
From search and security tools to internet and filtering, web 2.0 tools are covered and more in this site.
Other
Boston Swing Dance Network: Swing Dances!
This site provides dance information based on swing dancing. Links to the dance company's schedule, directions, FAQs, lessons, and dance articles are available.
Other
National Association of Manufacturers: Home Page
This site is the home page of the National Association of Manufacturers and is a great starting point to learn more about modern manufacturing.
Other
Childnet International: Kidsmart
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.
Boston University
How to Conduct a Multi Ethnic Team Reporting Project
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...