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Digital Citizenship: Videos for your students

iphone-4-closeupThis is the second post in our series about Digital Citzenship. Today we look at Common Sense Media’s videos.

What better way to capture your student’s attention than with the videos from Common Sense Media! They quickly teach concepts about Digital Literacy that can start discussions about Oversharing, Chatting safely online, and even Digital Drama. The best part is the videos have kids talking about the things kids worry about! Common Sense Media has the videos broken down by grade level so you can even find Digital Literacy videos appropriate for K-2. Its never too early to start teaching Digital Literacy.

You can see Common Sense Media’s YouTube channel here or get a taste with this video about your Digital Footprint.

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Recommended App: Incredible Numbers

incredible_numbersRecently, the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) came out with their 25 Best Apps for Teaching & Learning for 2015. The apps were chosen because they foster innovation, creativity, active participation, and collaboration.

This week we highlight Incredible Numbers. This app “brings mathematics to life. Students will learn about fascinating topics such as breaking codes, the mystery of Pi, and how numbers work in nature.”

The app is recommended for Middle and High School students. It is available on IOS for $9.99. Want to learn more? Check out the video below:

CMLE Weekly Review: 10/22/2015

CMLE Updates: State and Regional News
  • ICYMI: CMLE has moved! More
  • LITA Forum will be in Minneapolis More
  • We need your help! Last chance to weigh in on Accelerated Reader More
  • ELM Expo: Only a few seats remaining! More
  • Updates from MN State Library Services More
  • We’ve Learned: Author event at CSB and More More
Upcoming Events and Registration Information
  • Listing of upcoming library events More
Tech Bits and Ideas
  • Private communication tools: Self-destructing messaging apps More
  • Hurdles with BYOE in Higher Education More
Resources You Can Use
  • Laura Bush Grant opportunity for school libraries More
  • Recommended App: Loose Strands More
  • Digital Citizenship: Common Sense Media, the tool you need More
Food for Thought
  • Teaching mindfulness More
Just for Fun
  • Teachers turn lockers into book spines More