Thursday, March 10, 2011
Pathways to Prosperity
New document from Harvard's School of Education about how to prepare young American's for the 21st century:
Friday, March 4, 2011
Social and Emotional Learning Resources
Project ExSEL http://pd.ilt.columbia.edu/projects/exsel/teachers/teacherslessons.htm
Do 2 Learn: http://www.dotolearn.com/
Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) http://www.casel.org/programs/activities.php
Do 2 Learn: http://www.dotolearn.com/
Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) http://www.casel.org/programs/activities.php
Cyberbullying Resources!
Education.Com’s Bullying at School and Online: http://www.education.com/topic/school-bullying-teasing/
Bullying affects ALL children — those who bully, those who are victimized, and those who are witnesses or assistants to interpersonal violence. This website through education.com provides many resources for professionals and parents about bullying and cyberbullying.
Beat Bullying: http://www.beatbullying.org/dox/resources/lesson-plans.html
Includes lesson plans on cyberbullying
I Keep Safe: http://ikeepsafe.org/
Internet Safety
Cyberbullying Research Center: http://www.cyberbullying.us/resources.php
Stop Cyberbullying: http://www.stopcyberbullying.org/index2.html
National Crime Prevention Council: Cyberbullying http://www.ncpc.org/topics/cyberbullying
Stop Bullying Now!: Cyberbullying: http://www.stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/adults/cyber-bullying.aspx
Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use: http://www.cyberbully.org/
Cyberbully 411: http://www.cyberbully411.com/
Cyberbully411 is an effort to provide resources for youth who have questions about or have been targeted by online harassment.
Cyberbully Help: http://www.cyberbullyhelp.com/
Pew Internet & American Life Project: Cyberbullying 2010 What the Research is Telling Us: http://www.pewinternet.org/Presentations/2010/May/Cyberbullying-2010.aspx
An updated look at the research and definitions around bullying and cyberbullying, this talk was presented to the Youth Online Safety Working Group assembled by National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Amanda's talk draws upon the work of the Pew Internet Project, UNH's Crimes Against Children Research Center, the work of Internet Solutions for Kids as well as research by professors Sameer Hinduja and Justin Patchin. Amanda unpacks both what current research can tell us about cyberbullying as well as where the gaps in our understanding of this issue lie
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Cyberbullying Tools and Tips for Prevention and Intervention http://webcast.hrsa.gov/postevents/archivedWebcastDetail.asp?aeid=497
Internet Solutions For Kids: http://is4k.com/
Information about kids and their interactions with technology. A variety of resources and research.
The Cyber Citizen Partnership: http://www.cybercitizenship.org/
The Cybercitizen Awareness Program educates children and young adults on the danger and consequences of cyber crime. By reaching out to parents and teachers, the program is designed to establish a broad sense of responsibility and community in an effort to develop smart, ethical and socially conscious online behavior in young people.
Get Net Wise: http://www.getnetwise.com/
NetSmartz: http://www.netsmartz.org/Parents
The NetSmartz Workshop is an interactive, educational safety resource from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC) and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) for children aged 5 to 17, parents, guardians, educators, and law enforcement that uses age-appropriate, 3-D activities to teach children how to stay safer on the internet.
NetSmartz: Cyberbullying http://www.netsmartz.org/Cyberbullying
On Guard Online: http://www.onguardonline.gov/default.aspx
OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.
On Guard Online: NetCetera Chatting to Kids About Being Online: http://www.onguardonline.gov/topics/net-cetera.aspx
The internet offers a world of opportunities to socialize and communicate. But they come with risks. OnGuardOnline.gov's Net Cetera campaign provides information and resources about helping kids make safe, responsible decisions when they're online. View NetCetera PDF here: http://www.onguardonline.gov/pdf/tec04.pdf
Pew Internet: Trends in Teen Communication and Social Media Use: http://www.pewinternet.org/Presentations/2011/Feb/PIP-Girl-Scout-Webinar.aspx
Bullying affects ALL children — those who bully, those who are victimized, and those who are witnesses or assistants to interpersonal violence. This website through education.com provides many resources for professionals and parents about bullying and cyberbullying.
Beat Bullying: http://www.beatbullying.org/dox/resources/lesson-plans.html
Includes lesson plans on cyberbullying
I Keep Safe: http://ikeepsafe.org/
Internet Safety
Cyberbullying Research Center: http://www.cyberbullying.us/resources.php
Stop Cyberbullying: http://www.stopcyberbullying.org/index2.html
National Crime Prevention Council: Cyberbullying http://www.ncpc.org/topics/cyberbullying
Stop Bullying Now!: Cyberbullying: http://www.stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/adults/cyber-bullying.aspx
Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use: http://www.cyberbully.org/
Cyberbully 411: http://www.cyberbully411.com/
Cyberbully411 is an effort to provide resources for youth who have questions about or have been targeted by online harassment.
Cyberbully Help: http://www.cyberbullyhelp.com/
Pew Internet & American Life Project: Cyberbullying 2010 What the Research is Telling Us: http://www.pewinternet.org/Presentations/2010/May/Cyberbullying-2010.aspx
An updated look at the research and definitions around bullying and cyberbullying, this talk was presented to the Youth Online Safety Working Group assembled by National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Amanda's talk draws upon the work of the Pew Internet Project, UNH's Crimes Against Children Research Center, the work of Internet Solutions for Kids as well as research by professors Sameer Hinduja and Justin Patchin. Amanda unpacks both what current research can tell us about cyberbullying as well as where the gaps in our understanding of this issue lie
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Cyberbullying Tools and Tips for Prevention and Intervention http://webcast.hrsa.gov/postevents/archivedWebcastDetail.asp?aeid=497
Internet Solutions For Kids: http://is4k.com/
Information about kids and their interactions with technology. A variety of resources and research.
The Cyber Citizen Partnership: http://www.cybercitizenship.org/
The Cybercitizen Awareness Program educates children and young adults on the danger and consequences of cyber crime. By reaching out to parents and teachers, the program is designed to establish a broad sense of responsibility and community in an effort to develop smart, ethical and socially conscious online behavior in young people.
Get Net Wise: http://www.getnetwise.com/
NetSmartz: http://www.netsmartz.org/Parents
The NetSmartz Workshop is an interactive, educational safety resource from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC) and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) for children aged 5 to 17, parents, guardians, educators, and law enforcement that uses age-appropriate, 3-D activities to teach children how to stay safer on the internet.
NetSmartz: Cyberbullying http://www.netsmartz.org/Cyberbullying
On Guard Online: http://www.onguardonline.gov/default.aspx
OnGuardOnline.gov provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information.
On Guard Online: NetCetera Chatting to Kids About Being Online: http://www.onguardonline.gov/topics/net-cetera.aspx
The internet offers a world of opportunities to socialize and communicate. But they come with risks. OnGuardOnline.gov's Net Cetera campaign provides information and resources about helping kids make safe, responsible decisions when they're online. View NetCetera PDF here: http://www.onguardonline.gov/pdf/tec04.pdf
Pew Internet: Trends in Teen Communication and Social Media Use: http://www.pewinternet.org/Presentations/2011/Feb/PIP-Girl-Scout-Webinar.aspx
Additional Autism Resources
Autism Society of America: Promotes lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum and their families through advocacy, public awareness, education and research programs.www.autism-society.org
Autism Network International: An autistic-run self-help and advocacy organization for people with autism.www.autreat.com
Autism Research Institute: Conducts research and disseminates research-based information on the cause, prevention and treatment of autism and related disorders.www.autism.com
Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation: This foundation provides grants to programs that enrich the lives of adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorders. Grants are also provided to programs addressing these challenges as they relate to adolescents and adults with ASD. www.djfiddlefoundation.org
The Help Group: A nonprofit organization serving children with special needs related to autism, Asperger’s disorder, learning disabilities, ADHD, mental retardation, abuse and emotional problems.www.thehelpgroup.com
Internet Special Education Resources: An online directory of professionals, organizations and schools that provide information and support for educators, counselors and parents in dealing with children with autism and Asperger’s syndrome.www.iser.com
National Autism Association: Educates and empowers families affected by autism and other neurological disorders, while advocating on behalf of those who cannot fight for their own rights.www.nationalautismassociation.org
OASIS@MAAPA: single resource for families, individuals and medical professionals who deal with the challenges of Asperger’s syndrome and autism, providing articles; educational resources; links to local, national and international support groups.www.aspergersymdrome.org
US Autism & Asperger Association (USAAA): A nonprofit organization for autism and Asperger education, support and solutions with a goal to provide the opportunity for individuals with autism spectrum disorders to achieve their fullest potential.www.usautism.org
US Asperger’s Association: A nonprofit organization focused on helping raise awareness and funds to help in the diagnosis and treatment of Asperger’s.www.aspiehelp.org
Autism Resources
For those of you working with students with on the autism spectrum, take a look at these helpful resources:
Autism Speaks General Strategies: http://www.autismspeaks.org/docs/family_services_docs/sk/General_Strategies.pdf
Autism Speaks Resources: http://www.autismspeaks.org/docs/family_services_docs/sk/Resources.pdf#page=10
Autism Speaks Appendix: http://www.autismspeaks.org/docs/family_services_docs/sk/Appendix.pdf
Social Narrative Bank: http://kansasasd.com/node/9
Do 2 Learn: http://www.do2learn.com/
Social Skills Tool Box: http://www.do2learn.com/organizationtools/SocialSkillsToolbox/index.htm
Young Adults with Autism: http://www.autismspeaks.org/community/resources/adults.php
Model Me Kids Videos: http://www.modelmekids.com/
Autism Speaks: http://www.autismspeaks.org/
Autism Speaks General Strategies: http://www.autismspeaks.org/docs/family_services_docs/sk/General_Strategies.pdf
Autism Speaks Resources: http://www.autismspeaks.org/docs/family_services_docs/sk/Resources.pdf#page=10
Autism Speaks Appendix: http://www.autismspeaks.org/docs/family_services_docs/sk/Appendix.pdf
Social Narrative Bank: http://kansasasd.com/node/9
Do 2 Learn: http://www.do2learn.com/
Social Skills Tool Box: http://www.do2learn.com/organizationtools/SocialSkillsToolbox/index.htm
Young Adults with Autism: http://www.autismspeaks.org/community/resources/adults.php
Model Me Kids Videos: http://www.modelmekids.com/
Autism Speaks: http://www.autismspeaks.org/
Excellent Site for High School Counselors
Educational Connections offers awesome articles and newsletters on how to help high school adolescents cope and their parents cope with common problems such as homework, remembering what you read, math work, etc. Check it out!
For example, see: 6 Ways to Cope When Your Teen Says "NO" to Homework
For example, see: 6 Ways to Cope When Your Teen Says "NO" to Homework
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Site You Should Know About: Alliance for Excellent Education
The Alliance for Excellent Education is this awesome site that has all this information about what is going on currently in the world of education. For instance, want to know where the US stacks up against other countries for education? The PISA 2009 results are right on their website, right now. Or go check out the actual stats here.
Want to know more about College Access? Visit here. They have issues briefs, facts sheets, reports, press releases, and more! Everything you could want to know about what's going on in American ed.
Need to know about the achievement gap? Try here.
They also have information on many other important topics, so go visit NOW!
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