Tech Links for Parents

Common Sense Media:
"improves the lives of kids and families by providing independent reviews, age ratings, & other information about all types of media."

The "Parents Need to Know" section of Common Sense Media is a great resource for parents to come up to speed on a lot of topics.

Article in Common Sense Media on "Setting Screen Time for Students"

Digital Citizenship Starter Kit:
Edmodo and Common Sense Media have partnered to create a digital citizenship starter kit. This seven page PDF contains a three part lesson on digital citizenship. At the completion of the lesson you can have your students take and sign the digital citizenship. The pledge highlights some of the key parts of being a responsible digital citizen. 

Digital Footprints:

Three Powerful Videos for Students on Digital Footprints 

CyberSmart: Kids--Get the facts on Digital Footprints

Guide to Teaching Kids About Digital Footprints

Apps for Learning Disabilities:  

National Center for Learning Disabilities

University of Michigan--Apps for Dyslexia and Learning Disabilities

How to Child-Proof the Internet

PC Week article