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How to Increase Family Involvement with Connection

Waterford

Social Media This method for connecting with families continues to grow in popularity. Topics should include relationship building, advocacy, and culturally relevant strategies. 2010, June 7). Preventing Conduct Problems, Promoting Social Competence: A Parent and Teacher Training Partnership in Head Start.

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On paper, teens are thriving. In reality, they’re not

The Hechinger Report

Somewhere in the 2010-12 time frame, that abruptly changed. Researchers have pointed to the introduction of smartphones — the iPhone was introduced in 2007 — and the rise of social media as the culprit. Or are they exposed to information via social media that is leading to a greater sense of anxiety and depression?

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Students sick of ‘lip service’ from universities over racism

The Hechinger Report

So when the university chancellor eventually released a public statement condemning the killing of George Floyd, after being repeatedly called out on social media for remaining silent, Torrey saw it as performative. “I The university has a hashtag it uses on social media, #ThinkAndDo, he noted with a chuckle.

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From High School to Harvard, Students Urge for Clarity on Privacy Rights

Edsurge

In 2010, Lower Merion School District in Philadelphia was caught— and successfully sued when it was discovered that school officials were taking photos of a student through a school-issued laptop. In an interview with EdSurge, ACLU’s Advocacy and Policy Counsel, Chad A. Yes, that is very important.

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"Wholehearted Libraries" Mini-Conference - New Keynote Panelists Added

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Participants are encouraged to use #library2020 and #wholeheartedlibraries on their social media posts leading up to and during the event. We invite all library professionals, employers, LIS students, and educators to participate in this event. The call for proposals is now open at [link]. See you online!

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Mini-Conference for Small, Rural, and Independent Libraries - Wednesday, June 17th #library20

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Participants are encouraged to use #library2020 and #smallruralindependent on their social media posts leading up to and during the event. Jennifer’s background includes over 10 years working for OCLC where she honed her skills in library advocacy, marketing and public relations. He is active across social media as PC Sweeney.

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Live Thursday, February 2nd - Panel on Personal Learning Profiles

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

Now with multiple opportunities to network using social media and join various online communities, teachers and learners are confused. She has had the opportunity to speak in Iowa and around the country about advocacy, technology, social media, and making a difference in education and the lives of others.