This infographic contains six tips to help students think clearly about news media bias, a nuanced and important topic.
Learn about the nationwide opioid crisis, its devastating impact on communities and families, and how agencies and individuals are pulling together to respond to this overwhelming public health crisis.
This is a research article on the use of book trailers to promote reading in schools. The article discusses the benefits of book trailers, provides examples of effective book trailers, and offers tips for creating book trailers that engage readers.
This is an applied project where your students will choose from three different project options, then use the design thinking process to create a ThingLink project that solves their user’s problem. In Lesson 1, each student will read all three project overviews. Then, they will choose the project they want to work on for the remaining lessons in the project! Note: this project requires your class to have access to a paid “ThingLink” education count. Your students can create free personal ThingLink accounts, but it is recommended to use the paid education version for privacy reasons.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Camera, Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, VR Headset (Optional).
In this lesson, students will learn more about their user and complete the first two steps in the Design Thinking process: Empathize and Define. They will watch pre-recorded video interviews to learn about the wants and needs of their user! Students should only work on the materiel that corresponds to their project choice. For example: if a student chose Project 1A, they would only work on the Project 1A content.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Camera, Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, VR Headset (Optional).
In this lesson, students will ideate (brainstorm) ideas for their ThingLink projects and visuals/posters. Then, students will create a prototype of their poster using paper, pencil, and coloring implements. Finally, students will create their ThingLink prototypes. Students should only work on the materiel that corresponds to their project choice. For example: if a student chose Project 1A, they would only work on the Project 1A content.
Estimated time required: 2-3 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Camera, Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, VR Headset (Optional).
In this lesson, students will share their projects with their peers, give/receive feedback on each other’s projects, export and submit their designs, and answer a series of reflection questions. Note 1: the lessons for 1A, 1B, and 1C are almost identical in this section. This is a great chance for students to teach each other about their specific project choice and user!
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Camera, Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, VR Headset (Optional).
In this lesson, students will learn how to create interactive images and 2D experiences using a website called ThingLink.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Camera, Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Tablet.
In this lesson, students will learn about 360 images and virtual reality. Then students will create their own “VR” show and tell experience using ThingLink and 360 images. Students can capture 360 images on a 360 Camera, smartphone, or use ThingLink’s pre-made media library.
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Camera, Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, VR Headset (Optional).
In this lesson, students will learn how to connect multiple ThingLink experiences to create tours and “Choose Your Own Adventure” stories. They can create mysteries, scavenger hunts, and more!
Estimated time required: 1-2 class periods.
Technology required for this lesson: Camera, Design Software, Laptop/Desktop, Smartphone, Tablet, VR Headset (Optional).
In this free tutorial, improve your Internet skills so you can connect, use the cloud, download and upload files, and do more online.
Lessons include: (1) What is the Internet?. Learn the basics of using the Internet. (2) What Can You Do Online?. Learn all the things you can do online.
Staying safe online is essential in today's world. Use these Internet safety tips to keep yourself and your loved ones protected.
Lessons include: (1) Introduction to Internet Safety. Get an introduction to Internet safety by understanding the risks and learning how to avoid them.
In this free tutorial, learn tips and strategies to keep your kids safe from hackers, predators, and cyberbullies.
Lessons include: (1) Teaching Kids About Internet Safety. Learn important strategies for teaching kids the importance of Internet safety. (2) Staying Safe from Online Predators. Here's how to keep kids safe from online predators. (3) Cyberbullying and Cyberharassment. Use these strategies to keep kids safe from cyberbullying and cyberharassment. (4) Using Social Networks Safely. Learn how to keep kids safe on social media. (5) Understanding File-Sharing Networks. Learn all about file-sharing networks and how they work. (6) Mobile Device Safety. Learn all about mobile device safety to keep kids safe online. (7) Resources. Use these resources for additional information on keeping kids safe online.
How do you stay safe when visiting a website or app? Staying safe online is a lot like staying safe in the real world. Using a fun traffic light activity, students learn how to identify "just right" content, giving them the green light to learn, play, and explore the internet safely. Approximately 35 mins.
LESSON OBJECTIVES: Understand that being safe online is similar to staying safe in real life. Learn to identify websites and apps that are "just right" and "not right" for them. Know how to get help from an adult if they are unsure about a website.
In this free tutorial, get useful tips and strategies for a professional job interview, from preparation to following up.
Lessons include: (1) Types of Interviews. Learn about the different interview formats, as well as some guidelines for navigating the process. (2) Preparing for an Interview. We'll give you some tips to make sure you're well-prepared for the big day. (3) Interview Etiquette. Let's talk about things like tone, body language, and how to answer questions in a business setting. (4) How to Stand Out. Use these simple rules for following up after a job interview and making yourself stand out. (5) To Accept or Not Accept?. You got the offer! Now let's discuss factors to consider, and how to go about accepting/declining the position.
This learning video addresses a particular problem of selection bias, a statistical bias in which there is an error in choosing the individuals or groups to make broader inferences. Rather than delve into this broad topic via formal statistics, we investigate how it may appear in our everyday lives, sometimes distorting our perceptions of people, places and events, unless we are careful. [23:24]
What is cyberbullying and what can you do to stop it? Let's face it: Some online spaces can be full of negative, rude, or downright mean behavior. But what counts as cyberbullying? Help your students learn what is -- and what isn't -- cyberbullying, and give them the tools they'll need to combat the problem. Approximately 45 mins.
LESSON OBJECTIVES: Recognize similarities and differences between in-person bullying, cyberbullying, and being mean. Empathize with the targets of cyberbullying. Identify strategies for dealing with cyberbullying and ways they can be an upstander for those being bullied.
Why do people alter digital photos and videos? The web is full of photos, and even videos, that are digitally altered. And it's often hard to tell the difference between what's real and what's fake. Help your students ask critical questions about why someone might alter a photo or video in the first place. Approximately 45 mins.
LESSON OBJECTIVES: Recognize that photos and videos can be altered digitally. Identify different reasons why someone might alter a photo or video. Analyze altered photos and videos to try to determine why.
An infographic with five steps for vetting news sources.
In this free tutorial, learn useful strategies for applying to jobs and standing out from the crowd of applicants.
Lessons include: (1) Gathering Your Personal Information. Learn what information you need to gather before applying for a job. (2) Obtaining References. Use these strategies to secure and list your references. (3) Completing a Job Application. Here's how to complete a job application. (4) Dealing with Online Application Headaches. Get help overcoming some of the frustrations involved in the online job application process. (5) The Entry-Level Catch-22. Learn about the entry-level catch-22 and how you can work to overcome it. (6) Getting a Job with a Criminal Record. Learn how to improve your chances of getting a job when you have a criminal record. (7) Background Checks with a Criminal Record. Learn how to deal with background checks into your criminal record. (8) Applying for a Job with a Criminal Record. Learn how to approach job applications with a criminal record. (9) Interviewing for a Job with a Criminal Record. Use these tips to improve your chances of a successful job interview when you have a criminal record.