Parent Resources about Media Literacy
This website provides guidance on the importance of copyright law and policy. Students should use NoodleTools to help create citations and avoid plagiarism (link in Student Resources tab).
StopBullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on bullying and cyberbullying; including how to prevent and respond to bullying.
Common Sense Media is a non-profit organization that provides education and advocacy to families to promote safe technology and media for children. It is a great resource for parents and educators!
Tips and ideas for parents (or grandparents) about media in the lives of children. Plus, practical pointers for introducing media literacy concepts and skills to children of different ages.
N.A.M.L.E. created a parent’s guide to assist families in starting media literacy conversations at home. We focus on one simple piece of advice: teach your kids to ask questions. With real-life examples of conversations that may come up at home, the guide provides parents with some simple ways to encourage critical thinking at home.
Topics covered: What is Media Literacy, What is fake news and why do people create it? How do we explain the difference between facts and opinions? How we spot fake news? What is the right thing to do when you do spot fake news? Please click and print out Parent Quick Guide
The National Cyber Security Alliance provides resources for using the Internet safely and securely.