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Google Safe Browsing - Google
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K to 12
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Google Safe Browsing is a security service designed to protect viewers from online threats like phishing, malware, and harmful websites. It identifies unsafe web pages and warns viewers...more
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Google Safe Browsing is a security service designed to protect viewers from online threats like phishing, malware, and harmful websites. It identifies unsafe web pages and warns viewers before they access them. This tool is a valuable resource for teachers to ensure a secure online environment for students, particularly when sharing links or conducting web-based activities. Additionally, it can be integrated into lessons on digital safety to teach students how to navigate the internet responsibly. Google Safe Browsing is a practical tool for fostering a safer and more productive digital learning experience.
tag(s): browser (8), internet safety (113), Teacher Utilities (182)
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Teachers can help protect students from phishing websites, malware, and other harmful online threats by warning about unsafe sites. Also, teachers can use it to check links before sharing them with students, ensuring a secure browsing experience. Google Safe Browsing could be integrated into lessons on digital literacy to help students recognize and avoid unsafe websites.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Machine Learning Crash Course - Google
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11 to 12
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The Google Machine Learning Crash Course is a free, comprehensive resource designed to introduce educators and learners to machine learning (ML) fundamentals. It offers engaging video...more
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The Google Machine Learning Crash Course is a free, comprehensive resource designed to introduce educators and learners to machine learning (ML) fundamentals. It offers engaging video lessons, practical exercises, and real-world case studies to help users understand core ML concepts, such as supervised learning, neural networks, and fairness in AI. With interactive coding examples in TensorFlow, the course provides hands-on experience, making complex topics more accessible. It is Ideal for teachers looking to integrate emerging technologies into their curriculum or to enhance their own understanding, this resource requires no prior ML experience and is an excellent starting point for exploring artificial intelligence in the classroom. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), careers (140), machines (15)
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Use the video lessons to introduce students to key AI and machine learning concepts, such as data patterns, algorithms, and ethical considerations. Follow up with group discussions about how these technologies impact their daily lives and society. Have students work through the interactive TensorFlow exercises to build simple machine-learning models, such as image or text classifiers. This activity can be tailored for advanced students or after-school coding clubs. Collaborate with math or science teachers to explore how machine learning concepts align with probability, statistics, or scientific research.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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XStockvideo - XStockVideo
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5 to 12
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Xstockvideo has free footage with web resolutions of 960x540 that you can download. Footage includes buildings/landmarks, nature/landscapes, transportation, abstract/textures, education/science,...more
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Xstockvideo has free footage with web resolutions of 960x540 that you can download. Footage includes buildings/landmarks, nature/landscapes, transportation, abstract/textures, education/science, people, animals/pets, holidays/celebrations, and technology. At times, there is a watermark on the footage.
tag(s): creating media (13), video (264)
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Students can download footage of animals or pets to create a "capture that activity," in which they create what the character is saying. For nature or landscapes, students can generate adjective lists to describe what they are seeing. Finally, students can use the multiple footage to create a story.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MIT App Inventor - MIT App Inventor
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6 to 12
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MIT App Inventor is a free website to learn how to build fully functional apps for Android phones, iPhones, and Android/iOS tablets. Resources under the "For Educators" tab include...more
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MIT App Inventor is a free website to learn how to build fully functional apps for Android phones, iPhones, and Android/iOS tablets. Resources under the "For Educators" tab include teaching, tutorials, Hour of Code, AI with App Inventors, Data Science and Sensors, and books. The MIT App Inventor site has various activities for middle and high school students. The site tutorials allow teachers and students to navigate through difficulties and challenges with ease. In the "teach" section you will find the "Computational Thinking Curriculum" box, teachers can fill out a Google Form to gain access to the "MIT App Inventor Coolthink Computational Thinking (CTCT) Curriculum" Google Drive curriculum.
tag(s): coding (85), computers (109), inventors and inventions (80)
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Students can challenge themselves to create apps and have other students test them out. When creating their apps, students can make a video of themselves sharing the app, how they created the app or a sales pitch about their app using Adobe Express Video Maker reviewed here or the Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here. Students can create a rubric on how to judge apps. Finally, students can participate in the activities on the site itself.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators - Common Sense ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators
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K to 12
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Discover this resource for K-12 Educators offering a free, quick course that introduces the basics of artificial intelligence, generative AI, ChatGPT, and how to use ChatGPT effectively....more
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Discover this resource for K-12 Educators offering a free, quick course that introduces the basics of artificial intelligence, generative AI, ChatGPT, and how to use ChatGPT effectively. The course is easy to navigate and takes no more than 1 hour to complete. There are a few questions to answer to test your knowledge before moving to the next section.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), chat (41), writing prompts (61)
In the Classroom
Teachers and students can learn how to create prompts using ChatGPT that will be effective and allow for increased productivity. The shared prompt library gives concrete examples for teachers and students to use to help formulate an effective prompt.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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FLUF Test - Dr. Jennifer Parker
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8 to 12
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The FLUF Test for Artificial Intelligence, developed by Dr. Jennifer Parker, is an educational framework designed to help students critically evaluate AI-generated content. The website...more
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The FLUF Test for Artificial Intelligence, developed by Dr. Jennifer Parker, is an educational framework designed to help students critically evaluate AI-generated content. The website offers a step-by-step guide for identifying content that is Factually correct, Logical, Useful, and Fanfare (FLUF). This resource is particularly valuable for educators aiming to incorporate media literacy and ethical considerations about AI into their classrooms. Using the FLUF test, teachers can equip students with essential critical thinking skills to assess AI-generated outputs, fostering responsible and informed use of technology in academic and real-world contexts. If your district blocks YouTube, you may not be able to view the videos explaining the process.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), creating media (13), media literacy (107)
In the Classroom
Provide students with AI-generated essays or summaries on a topic and have them apply the FLUF Test to identify issues in Format, Language, Usability, and Fanfare. Assign a task requiring AI assistance, like generating a story or answering a complex question, and have students refine their initial prompts using the FLUF Test framework to improve AI responses. Students could work in groups to co-author a story with AI tools like ChatGPT, reviewed here, and apply the FLUF Test to polish their AI-generated drafts. Stories can be shared, and peers can evaluate them based on the FLUF rubric.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: AI for Creating Learning Objects - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from January 2025. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
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Join us for an engaging workshop workshop for educators who are excited to harness the power of AI in their teaching practices. This session will introduce you to various generative AI tools that can create dynamic interactive learning objects--small pieces of content that you can seamlessly integrate into your lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding. Whether you're a tech novice or a seasoned pro, this workshop will provide the practical insights and hands-on experience you need to elevate your teaching strategies. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Define learning objects and their strategic role in instruction. 2. Explore cutting-edge AI tools for generating interactive learning resources. 3. Design practical strategies for integrating AI-created learning objects to optimize student learning experiences. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Join us for an engaging workshop workshop for educators who are excited to harness the power of AI in their teaching practices. This session will introduce you to various generative AI tools that can create dynamic interactive learning objects--small pieces of content that you can seamlessly integrate into your lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding. Whether you're a tech novice or a seasoned pro, this workshop will provide the practical insights and hands-on experience you need to elevate your teaching strategies. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Define learning objects and their strategic role in instruction. 2. Explore cutting-edge AI tools for generating interactive learning resources. 3. Design practical strategies for integrating AI-created learning objects to optimize student learning experiences. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), creating media (13), Teacher Utilities (182)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Purring Test - TED
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3 to 12
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Looking for a quick, engaging brain break? TED's "The Purring Test" offers just that and more. Perfect for adding a playful twist to your classroom, TED's first game, The Purring ...more
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Looking for a quick, engaging brain break? TED's "The Purring Test" offers just that and more. Perfect for adding a playful twist to your classroom, TED's first game, The Purring Test, began with a curious question: "What would it be like to play Pictionary with an AI?" Intended to help understand different types of minds when challenged with quirky associations and unexpected twists, the outcome is usually hilarious and fun. This interactive game invites players to compete against friends and family with new puzzles daily, making it a playful addition to your classroom or a fun way to spark curiosity about AI and communication.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), gifted (66), puzzles (144)
In the Classroom
Use this game as a brain break during those long lessons or indoor recess. Turn the daily puzzles into a friendly competition or debate and pair students to play a Pictionary-inspired game, mimicking how AI might interpret their drawings. After playing, lead a discussion on how AI "thinks" compared to humans.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI for Lesson Planning - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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View this collection of artificial intelligence tools designed to transform the way you create and deliver engaging learning experiences. Harness the power of AI to streamline the lesson...more
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View this collection of artificial intelligence tools designed to transform the way you create and deliver engaging learning experiences. Harness the power of AI to streamline the lesson planning process, offering intelligent assistance in curriculum development, personalized learning pathways, and resource curation. From AI-driven content generators that suggest creative activities to adaptive assessment tools that provide real-time insights into student progress, these resources assist teachers as they craft dynamic, data-informed lessons that cater to diverse learning needs. Some of the tools can also help educators create more diversified lessons with differentiation options (from reading levels to choice boards) and translation into many languages in mere seconds.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), differentiation (82)
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Use this collection to save time doing many tasks as you plan your lessons from start to finish. Bookmark this site to find new ways to deliver and differentiate content and lower the time required in planning using the power of AI!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Navigating Digital Information - Crash Course
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5 to 12
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Crash Course Intellectual Property is a free digital tool that contains ten videos about Navigating Digital Information. This series of videos teaches how to look at digital information...more
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Crash Course Intellectual Property is a free digital tool that contains ten videos about Navigating Digital Information. This series of videos teaches how to look at digital information quality and how our scrolling for information shapes us as people in feeding information on what we think, value, trust, and do. This series will help you learn how to navigate and browse with confidence. Videos range in length from ten to fourteen minutes, and topics include evaluating evidence, Wikipedia, social media, and fact-checking. This site uses YouTube and has commercials before each video.
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tag(s): digital citizenship (85), digital literacy (4), internet safety (113)
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After watching an episode of Crash Course Navigating Digital Information, students can create a public service announcement using Canva Education Templates, reviewed here to teach younger students about navigating digital information. Students can host an event to share the information with senior citizens in the community to teach them about the importance of knowing who/what to trust on the internet. Finally, students can create a digital escape room with Room Escape Maker, reviewed here or choose your own adventure using StoryLab, reviewed here for others to learn about digital information accuracy.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Patent Quest - EquipHQ
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5 to 12
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Discover the exciting world of patents with Patent Quest, an interactive activity designed to help students explore how inventors protect their creations. Guided by fun challenges and...more
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Discover the exciting world of patents with Patent Quest, an interactive activity designed to help students explore how inventors protect their creations. Guided by fun challenges and quests, learners dive into the patent process, exploring real-life innovations and developing critical thinking skills. This hands-on experience brings intellectual property concepts to life, making it engaging and accessible for all ages.
tag(s): digital citizenship (85), inventors and inventions (80), investing (8)
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Students explore existing patents in their area of interest, analyze how innovations have evolved, and present their findings. Have students brainstorm everyday problems and create an invention to solve them. They sketch, name, and write a short description of their invention, simulating the patent process.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Intellectual Property - Crash Course
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5 to 12
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Crash Course Intellectual Property is a free digital tool that contains seven intellectual property videos. The videos teach about intellectual property, ownership, the rights of the...more
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Crash Course Intellectual Property is a free digital tool that contains seven intellectual property videos. The videos teach about intellectual property, ownership, the rights of the creators, copyright, trademarks, patents, and more. They range in length from ten to twelve minutes. This site uses YouTube and has commercials before some of the videos. Additionally, there is a disclaimer for the validity and content of the videos.
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tag(s): copyright (44), creative commons (28)
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After watching an episode of Crash Course Intellectual Property, students can create a public service announcement using Powtoon, reviewed here to teach younger students about intellectual property. Students can debate current intellectual property laws. Finally, students can expand their knowledge of intellectual property by researching more and sharing it via a speech, brochure, or pamphlet.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Computer Science - Crash Course
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7 to 12
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Crash Course Computer Science covers a broad range of topics, from the basics of computing, like binary and Boolean logic, to advanced concepts such as machine learning, cybersecurity,...more
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Crash Course Computer Science covers a broad range of topics, from the basics of computing, like binary and Boolean logic, to advanced concepts such as machine learning, cybersecurity, and computer vision. The videos explore historical milestones, influential figures like Alan Turing, and key developments in software and hardware. As these videos are hosted on YouTube, if your school does not allow YouTube, this site would not work well for you. There is an option on the site to download the videos to view off of YouTube.
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tag(s): coding (85), computers (109), internet safety (113), robotics (23)
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Have students watch an episode on key computing topics and hold a discussion to deepen understanding. Assign coding or research projects based on lessons, like building simple algorithms or exploring historical figures in computing. Students can research famous coders and developers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Crash Course - Crash Course
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4 to 12
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The Crash Course has over 45 videos on topics ranging from Anatomy to Zoology, Artificial Intelligence to Outbreak Science. There are the more common topics one might want to learn...more
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The Crash Course has over 45 videos on topics ranging from Anatomy to Zoology, Artificial Intelligence to Outbreak Science. There are the more common topics one might want to learn about, like Ecology, Films, Geography, and much more. All videos are free to watch. Each video also includes a short description (some with lesson stem ideas). Crash Course videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district/school blocks YouTube, they may not be viewable. The good news for teachers whose schools block YouTube is that you can download the video if you fill out a form. Go to the Download tab from the top menu, select Students & Teachers, scroll down the page, and follow the directions.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), black history (130), branches of government (64), business (52), climate (82), computers (109), copyright (44), ecology (102), energy (131), engineering (127), human body (93), literature (220), media literacy (107), myths and legends (28), plants (147), politics (117), space (216), statistics (120), video (264), zoology (18)
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Introduce this site on your interactive whiteboard or with a projector. The site is excellent for introductory material on any topic you're starting and for giving students some background knowledge. Use Acclaim, reviewed here to organize and annotate the videos you plan to use. Crash Course is also great for your early finishers. Allow them to choose a topic they want to investigate or know more about.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Artificial Intelligence - Crash Course
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8 to 12
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Bring your students up to date on the latest technology with these 20 educational videos from Crash Course. The videos cover what Artificial Intelligence is, how it works, how to ...more
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Bring your students up to date on the latest technology with these 20 educational videos from Crash Course. The videos cover what Artificial Intelligence is, how it works, how to use it for learning, and more. The videos reside on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, they may not be viewable at your school.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), computers (109), video (264)
In the Classroom
Though the videos are rated for high school and college students, you can use many of them in grades as low as eighth with a bit of adapting. Introduce the total of the videos to your class on your whiteboard. Depending on your students age group, these videos can be used whole class, as stations, or for blended or distance learning. Use Gravity, reviewed here to add questions and discussion activities within each video. Exhance learning by asking students to create blog posts using edublogs, reviewed here to discuss what students learned about AI from the video.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI or Not - AI Literacy Generator - Curipod
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4 to 12
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Can you and your students identify AI-generated images vs. human-made images? This activity shared by Curipod, reviewed here lets you select from...more
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Can you and your students identify AI-generated images vs. human-made images? This activity shared by Curipod, reviewed here lets you select from image options to generate a lesson with a series of slides with polls for students to choose the correct image format. Additional slides include the prompts for creating the AI images and a short lesson on verifying AI-created images. Customize the presentation as desired before sharing it with students, or share it with the link or by selecting "Present" on your device to display it in real-time.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (169), digital citizenship (85), images (260), Teacher Utilities (182)
In the Classroom
Use this presentation to introduce lessons on creating AI-generated images or lessons on digital citizenship to help students understand how to verify "real" vs. AI-created information. Use the prompts provided in the lesson to create images in other image creation tools like Ideogram, reviewed here and Image Creator by Designer, reviewed here, then ask students to compare and contrast the images created with each tool. Use the shared prompts as a template for students as they learn how to design effective prompts to create AI images for use with creative writing projects, slide presentations, and other classroom projects.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tomorrow Classroom - Wix
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8 to 12
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Tomorrow Classroom provides learning tools for students aged 13-18 including web creation, design, and coding. Students create portfolio websites, capstone projects, passion projects,...more
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Tomorrow Classroom provides learning tools for students aged 13-18 including web creation, design, and coding. Students create portfolio websites, capstone projects, passion projects, and more using these lessons. Begin by creating a teacher account or logging in to your current Wix account and completing the registration questions. Create a class by importing students from Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams, or invite students by email. Educators can access a Curriculum Guide, Design Journal, and downloadable class kits and lessons for each activity. Four courses are available - Intro to Wix and the Web, Web Creation, Web Design, and Web Development. Lessons provide alignment to ISTE Standards for Students.
tag(s): computers (109), editing (93), graphic design (49), images (260), Online Learning (36), STEM (287), tutorials (53)
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Use the courses provided on this site as part of your computer science program or as a learning activity for students interested in website design. You can also use the learning tools and courses as part of an after-school program. If time isn't available to offer all the courses, take advantage of the available materials to teach some of the individual components, such as Lesson 1--What is the Web? This activity teaches students to look at the components of websites to understand the message delivered and what makes them attractive to viewers. Find free website creation tools at TeachersFirst Edge Web Page Makers, found here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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My Cyberspace Academy Lesson 12: Copyright and Plagiarism - Carnegie Mellon University
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3 to 12
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The PDF lesson plan from Carnegie Mellon University introduces students to copyright issues, defines new terms, emphasizes illegal actions that could occur when using information from...more
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The PDF lesson plan from Carnegie Mellon University introduces students to copyright issues, defines new terms, emphasizes illegal actions that could occur when using information from the Internet, and provides guidance on safe practices for searching and using information online. It includes learning objectives and materials for teachers to use with students.
tag(s): copyright (44), internet safety (113), plagiarism (33)
In the Classroom
In addition to the existing lesson plan, in small groups, have students use FreeComicMaker.com, reviewed here to create comics featuring heroes who respect copyright laws and villains who disregard them. This project encourages creativity and application of knowledge in a new context extending learning. Then, organize a virtual gallery walk for students to view each group's comics. Utilize a quiz program like Kahoot, reviewed here and use the information from the lesson to create a quiz that focuses on different aspects of copyright. Have students create their own Legal or Illegal trading card utilizing Trading Card Creator, reviewed here.
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O2 Internet Safety for Kids - O2 and NSPCC
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Provide kids with a safe online experience with tips and information from O2 Internet Safety for Kids. Choose from several different topics, including A Worry-free Digital Life, Tools...more
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Provide kids with a safe online experience with tips and information from O2 Internet Safety for Kids. Choose from several different topics, including A Worry-free Digital Life, Tools and Tips, and My Child's First Phone. Each category includes quick tips and advice for keeping kids safe online. The site was created in the UK, so some pronunciations and spellings may differ from those in American English.
tag(s): cyberbullying (40), digital citizenship (85)
In the Classroom
Although this site originates from the UK, the message is universal, and the information included is relevant to all classrooms, regardless of location. Include this site on your class webpage for students and parents to access as a reference. Use information from the site as part of your online safety lessons. Have students create an annotated image using Class Tool's Image Annotator, reviewed here, to demonstrate online safety.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Remix & Reuse Responsibly: Copyright for Digital Citizens - TeachersFirst
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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from April 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from April 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
Students need to understand copyright laws and responsible content creation as they engage in various academic projects and creative endeavors. This workshop will equip you with the essential knowledge and strategies you need to effectively teach copyright concepts to your students. Together, we'll explore the legal and ethical implications of using other people's work and the creative and educational benefits of remixing and reusing content. Discover various tools and resources to help you and your students find, evaluate, and cite free or licensed content for reuse and gain valuable insights that will help you seamlessly integrate copyright literacy into your teaching practices. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the basic copyright laws and how they apply to educational settings. 2. Explore strategies for teaching students to remix and reuse content in their projects responsibly. 3. Gain practical resources and tools that support copyright education in the classroom. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Students need to understand copyright laws and responsible content creation as they engage in various academic projects and creative endeavors. This workshop will equip you with the essential knowledge and strategies you need to effectively teach copyright concepts to your students. Together, we'll explore the legal and ethical implications of using other people's work and the creative and educational benefits of remixing and reusing content. Discover various tools and resources to help you and your students find, evaluate, and cite free or licensed content for reuse and gain valuable insights that will help you seamlessly integrate copyright literacy into your teaching practices. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the basic copyright laws and how they apply to educational settings. 2. Explore strategies for teaching students to remix and reuse content in their projects responsibly. 3. Gain practical resources and tools that support copyright education in the classroom. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): copyright (44), digital citizenship (85), professional development (373)
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