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Whether you're just starting or an experienced tech professional, these technical hands-on learning modules can help you arrive at your goals faster, with more confidence and at your own pace.
Getting started with the Microsoft Teams app
If your kid's teacher is using Microsoft Teams for distance learning, follows these steps to start using the app from your mobile device or desktop computer.
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Online Tools for Getting Started with Tech
Learn how to use technology for everyday tasks, finding a job, building new skills, and keeping you and your family healthy.
How to use the Google Translate mobile app
Google Translate can be a great tool to help translate documents and messages coming from your kids' school. Learn how to get started with the mobile app here.
What is ChatGPT?
Are your kids interested in using ChatGPT? You can use the artificial intelligence (AI) tool to generate responses to prompts on demand. Explore the main features of the program and how to help kids use it responsibly.
How to turn on captions in YouTube
Looking for tips on how to watch videos in another language? Check out these simple steps for turning on captions in just about any YouTube video.
Online safety
Get tips for protecting your privacy, using the internet safely and combating online bullying and harassment.
5 Surefire ways to protect your online privacy
A few sentences about the video. A few sentences about the video. No matter where you are or what smart device you’ve got, there’s an easy way to check your email.
5 ways to spot fake news
These days it can be hard to tell what news is legit, what's opinion, and what's full-on fake. These five tips can help you weed out the real from the completely made up.
5 ways to deal with hate speech online
Hate speech is all over the internet. Cruelty against a religion, ethnicity, sexual identity, or race has reached a fever pitch and often finds its way into kids' lives. Here are some tips to help parents and kids deal with hate speech online.
Dealing with online trolls
Haters and Trolls are people who go online, often anonymously, and write mean comments, sometimes with the goal of getting a response. Chances are if your kids are online, they will encounter both. Discover 5 ways to deal with Haters and Trolls.
What is TikTok?
Teens love TikTok, the popular lip-syncing app. Find out what they're doing and what to watch for.
What
is Roblox?
Are you wondering why kids love Roblox so much? And what even are Robux? The platform lets kids design and play games. You can play an infinite number of games and chat with other users too. Explore the main features of Roblox, and how kids use the platform -- and stay safe -- on the platform.
It’s the end of Twitter- now what?
Elon Musk has officially rebranded social media giant Twitter as X. What does this mean for social media as we know it and how can parents and educators help kids navigate the changing landscape?
For Parents
4 tips for parents using the class Dojo mobile app
If your kid's teacher is using ClassDojo to run classroom activities or help with distance learning, check out these tips on how to use the app from your mobile device.
Tips for parents using the Schoology mobile app
If your kid's teacher is using Schoology to run classroom activities or help with distance learning, check out these tips on how to use the app from your mobile device.
How
to Tell if an App is Good for Learning
5 tips to help parents find apps and websites that are really good for learning.
6 tips for families using the Seesaw class app
If your kid's teacher is using Seesaw Class to share assignments or help with distance learning, check out these tips on how to use the app from your mobile device.
5 tips to help kids catch up in school
If you notice your kid is having trouble or falling behind with schoolwork, it's time to take action. Check out these five simple tips parents can use to help their kids catch up in school.
5 tips for talking to kids about racism and violence in the media
How do we talk with kids about big, important topics like racism and violence in the media? What you say depends on your experience, but here are some guiding steps for you to consider when approaching these tough topics.
4 tips for making kids ad savvy
On TV, in print, and online, kids are bombarded with advertising. Most adults are familiar with the strategies advertisers use. But kids are not so ad savvy. Use these tips to help them understand how companies are trying to sell them something.