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In this hangout, participants asked what impacst the current political climate, often characterized by its divisiveness, has on teaching debate and media literacy. Educators and experts in the field discussed why supporting students to have critical conversations while remaining open to others’ points of view is so important in this atmosphere. Guests also discussed how students can develop and hone habits of inquiry in the age of the 24-hour news cycle and reporting on violence and national tragedy.

Many students don’t know that what they do online can impact their digital footprint, permanently. This video explores how having control over your digital footprint is an important step in managing your privacy.

Featured in this video:

Belinha De Abreu, Ph.D, Media Literacy Educator, Walsh Intermediate School, Branford, CT
Eric Langhorst, 8th Grade American History Teacher, South Valley Junior High School, Liberty, MO
Frank Gallagher, Executive Director, Cable in the Classroom
Amanda Lenhart, Senior Researcher, Pew Research Center

Cyberbullying may seem commonplace but according to research the bullying rate is much lower than you may think. This video explores the reasons behind those misconceptions by explaining the various aspects of bullying, drama and conflict and offers advice on how to help students recognize cyberbullying and take charge in addressing it.

Featured in this video:

Belinha De Abreu, Ph.D, Media Literacy Educator, Walsh Intermediate School, Branford, CT
Amanda Lenhart, Senior Researcher, Pew Research Center
Gary McDaniel, Clinical Social Worker employed by Morgan County (WV) Schools