I am wondering if twitter would be a usable tool for teachers. I am new to it, but I can see how I can use it to tweet updates on assignments, reminders, word of the day, tips, discussions, etc. My concern is permission to have students link to it. I would like to know your thoughts.
Presen...See MoreBullying has taken on a new form within the digital age. It is no longer bullying at the school play yard for lunch money. Bullying has morphed into cyber-bullying. A form of harassment via text messaging, IM, blogs, chat rooms and web threads has taken prevalence in recent years. - Guy Weaver in Teachers.Net Gazette, September 2009
I came across this site today and WOW!!! This is what I've been looking for... a safe way for my kids to explore the internet without me clicking every link...
If you want a FREE safe internet option for your classroom, computer room, etc. check out [link removed]
Now, Google has implemented the ability for anyone (parents or teachers) with a Google account (i.e.: gmail or blogger) to log in and "LOCK" the safe search setting to the maximum level (strict filtering).
The great thing about this setting is that the filtering cannot be deactivated without logging into the Google account user that first locked it. I found a video of how to go it at [link removed]
On 1/28/10, Lowell Christensen wrote: > Traditionally, Google's SafeSearch engine has a default > setting of "Medium Security" which can be changed to a more > strict filter setting. The problem is, any user (including > your kids) and lower the setting or take it off completely. > > Now, Google has implemented the ability for anyone (parents > or teachers) with a Google account (i.e.: gmail or blogger) > to log in and "LOCK" the safe search setting to the maximum > level (strict filtering). > > The great thing about this setting is that the filtering > cannot be deactivated without logging into the Google > account user that first locked it. I found a video of how > to go it at [link removed]
Can anyone recommend a good virus protection program. My computer was infected with 200 viruses. I had Avast on it. Definitely need something better. What a headache!
Webroot is a great Anti-virus software. I had issues awhile back. The virus locked up my computer. I had to goto Best Buy due to this. It cost me over $100 to get it fixed. They used webroot. I bought the software for $50. No problems since. It helps to use a firewall setting, which windows usually has for free. Make sure all the settings in your virus software are correct. Schedule regular scans. Scan all emails and attacments. Never open mail from "unknown", unless you scan it.
Have you been scanning regularly, doing maintenance regularly, and staying away from harmful websites?
I know it sounds strange, having to work even when you have an anti-virus, but this statement holds true: humans are the weakest link in computer security.
This information would be very useful for anyone who works, plays or socializes on the Internet. It is written for the teen / young adult population (ages 14-24) and would be a great addition to any classroom technology curriculum.
Inciden...See MoreWe've all heard of Wikipedia, but did you know there is a Wikipedia (Simple Edition)? It's published by the same people who do the regular Wikipedia, but in simple English and less written content.
I've put a link below to a search tool that searches the simple edition of Wikipedia for kids, or you can go to [link removed]
Incidentally, this search tool is powered by Google was Safe Search activated.
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