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May 7

Fast, reliable internet can be free for families that qualify thanks to a game-changing new benefit.

@RjBarrett6

from

@nyknicks

and

@NBACares

are helping us spread the word during the #NBAPlayoffs on how families can save on their internet bill. Visit getmyinternet.org.

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May 11

As AI tools become more available, families should talk about how to use them responsibly: ✅ Checking the credibility of a source ✅ Understanding that plagiarism is taking someone else's work as your own ✅ Using AI tools to get creative or inspired

Guide to ChatGPT for Parents and Caregivers

Find out how the artificial intelligence (AI) tool works and how to talk with kids about it. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

Axios Finish Line: Kids use AI more than their parents

May 11

Parents and teens are excited about the potential that generative AI holds for education, according to our new poll. The findings also show that half of students report using ChatGPT for school, but they did so without their parents' knowledge.

axios.com

Only 30% of parents say they've used ChatGPT.

Is Screen Time Really So Bad For Kids? We Asked Experts For the Truth — and It May Surprise You

May 10

As #screentime is introduced "parents can discuss digital literacy with their kids, encouraging them to critically assess what is delivered through their screens, reminding them of family values & expectations regarding content." Dr. Grant,

@newporthealth_

popsugar.com

The topic of screen time for kids can be so controversial. Here, experts answer how much screen time for kids, screen-time limits, and screen time by age.

May 9

Everyone deserves internet access. We're proud of our continued partnership w/

@FCC

and

@CityofPhoenixAZ

to get families the support they need to apply for the Affordable Connectivity Program— a benefit that can help save on monthly internet bills. ➡️ getmyinternet.org

May 9

Surprisingly heartfelt, #GuardiansOfTheGalaxyVol3 is the darkest & most personal of the three Guardians films, but also the most uneven. #MCU comic-style action violence, death, peril & language, are joined by upsetting scenes of animal harm. Our review: comsen.se/42to0zf

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Misguided Use of Ed Tech Is a Big Problem. How Schools Can Help Prevent It

May 9

#EdTech is baked into K-12 teaching, but educators should ask questions before using these tools in the classroom: ✅ Why are we using technology at this moment? ✅ Is it allowing for greater participation? ✅ What will a child get out of this experience?

edweek.org

Despite heavy investment in educational technology, educators are often not satisfied with it.

Location Sharing: The Agony and Ecstasy of Knowing Where All Your Friends Are

May 8

45% of the teen girls we surveyed said that location sharing had a negative effect on them. Ellie at

@halfthestory_

says teens feel pressure to share their location even though they know it’s not good for them. More from

@juliejargon

@WSJ

⬇️

wsj.com

Teens can see when they’re being excluded in real-time by tracking each other on apps.

Research Shows Technology Is Crushing Our Kids — Do These 10 Things To Keep Them Safe and Healthy,...

May 8

When you’re constantly distracted by devices, your mind can’t just roam free. “Boredom is a form of mindfulness that we can all use to reflect and build creativity. We have to teach our kids to embrace boredom, not avoid it." -

@tomkersting

sacbee.com

Navigating a world of screens.

Our

team wishes educators everywhere a very happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek! Thank you for all that you do 💚👏

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@CommonSenseEd

May 8

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week, educators! We are so appreciative of all you do and the hard work you put forth in educating the young minds of the classrooms of today! Thank you for all that you do!

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WeLoveTeachers

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‎Today, Explained: Why parents are suing social media on Apple Podcasts

May 5

"Social media companies want to point the finger at parents, but they're completely outgunned. Most parents had no idea what they were in for when they got their kids a phone." Attorney representing 150 kids suing #BigTech talks to

@today_explained

⬇️

podcasts.apple.com

‎Show Today, Explained, Ep Why parents are suing social media - May 1, 2023

May 4

82% of California voters agree that #BigTech and lawmakers should do more to #ProtectCAKidsOnline. #SB287 would flip the script and ensure that kids’ #mentalhealth comes before company profits

If you know students and families who may need support with internet service, the Affordable Connectivity Program may be able to help. The #ACP provides discounted internet service to eligible households in the U.S. See if you qualify → getmyinternet.org

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May 3

A new episode of Centered is back. We're discussing banned books and preserving the legacy of Black resistance. Plus we have tips for parents on how to combat the controversy. 🎧 Listen to the episode with author and educator

@RealRannMiller

here: youtu.be/f43YAQx5pKM

May 3

#COPPA 2.0 provides new #privacy protections to kids online, including a ban on targeted advertisements. We commend

@SenMarkey

and

@SenBillCassidy

for their work on behalf of kids and families, and urge Congress to pass this bill. Our full statement: comsen.se/3Lr0cFj

Ed Markey and 2 others

May 2

Teens with #mentalhealth challenges can be at risk for unhealthy behavior online. That's why parents should talk to their kids about: ✅ Who they follow on social media ✅ What they like about certain platforms ✅ How they feel about the content they see

How to Help Teens Manage the Effects of Social Media on Their Menta...

4 tips for families on balancing the risks and rewards of online communities. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

May 2

Most girls we surveyed have positive perceptions of social media, but certain platforms are more likely than others to lead them to specific negative experiences. Take a look at how girls feel about YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram and messaging apps:

Teens and Mental Health: How Girls Really Feel About Social Media

Teen girls have a complicated relationship with social media. But a new report from Common Sense looks at the platforms and features that girls like and dislike—giving us a chance to improve their...

Parental consent proposal throws wrench into kids’ online safety talks

May 2

Forcing parents to give consent to use social media will not keep kids safe. “If you don’t change the way the sites are operated, then once a parent gives consent, kids will be in the same cesspool of the internet we’re in today." -

@Danny_Weiss1

thehill.com

New proposals that would require parental consent for teens to use social media are throwing a wrench into bipartisan support for kids’ online safety proposals. Momentum in Congress to tackle…

May 1

Among girls of color, TikTok and Instagram were cited as the platforms where they're more likely to come across both racial identity-affirming content & racist content. Learn about the impact of race-based violence viewing on social media on Black youth:

When Racial Violence Goes Viral

Algorithmic racism causes trauma and mental health challenges for Black youth, while platforms profit. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

Apr 28

Congratulations to our partner

@angelasiefer

@netinclusion

—a fearless advocate for advancing digital equity—on being named one of the seven Leaders to Watch across the globe by

@Googleorg

! Well deserved 👏

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@Googleorg

Apr 27

From guiding digital learning to setting up computer labs, @angelasiefer has made it her life’s work to advance digital equity. As Executive Director of @netinclusion, she has advocated for billions of dollars to address internet accessibility: goo.gle/AngelaSiefer #GoogleOrg

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Kids under 13 would be barred from social media under bipartisan Senate bill

Apr 28

The "Protecting Kids on Social Media Act" would ban kids under 13 from social media and require parental consent for 13- to 17-year-olds to use social media apps. The bill puts the burden on parents instead of the companies designing harmful platforms.

npr.org

Studies link social media to aspects of America's mental health crisis in adolescents. A handful of bipartisan members of the Senate hope to change that.

Apr 27

#ICYMI Regardless of the platforms kids use online, here is some advice on what parents can do to help their kids feel safe and supported on social media.

How to Help Girls Have Healthier Social Media Experiences

7 ways parents and caregivers can support girls' mental health and digital well-being. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

While the "Protecting Kids on Social Media Act" is well-intentioned in the face of a youth mental health crisis and has some features that should be adopted, other aspects of the bill take the wrong approach to a serious problem. Our full statement: comsen.se/3Lazzo3

Fairplay and Center for Digital Democracy

We believe that by banning books, we also ban difficult dialogues and disagreements. Books are one way to build understanding and empathy, which we all could use more of. Consumption with healthy discussion is a much better alternative to censorship.

Why Your Kid Should Read Banned Books

The battle over what books kids have access to in schools and public libraries across the U.S. is heating up. We don't think censorship is the answer. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

A record number of book challenges emerged across the country in 2022, with more than 2,570 unique titles targeted, according to new data from the

@ALALibrary

. These were the most challenged books of the year ⬇️

npr.org

ALA: Number of unique book titles challenged jumped nearly 40% in 2022

The number of reported challenges and attempted bans to books doubled in 2022 according to data released by the American Library Association's Office of Intellectual Freedom Monday.

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USC Annenberg

@USCAnnenberg

Apr 25

Join Dr. Vivek Murthy, U.S.

@Surgeon_General

and

@jimsteyer

CEO of

for a conversation on media, entertainment & reporting about the youth mental health and connection crisis. Dean

@Willow_Bay

will present opening remarks. annenberg.usc.edu/events/healthy

Apr 25

More than 17 million households are enrolled in the #ACP, which help families save 💸 on monthly high-speed internet service. Do you qualify for the ACP? Find out at getmyinternet.org.

The Best News Apps and Sites for Classrooms | Common Sense Education

Apr 25

Given how polarized and fast-moving the world is, it's hard enough for adults to find news sources for themselves. That task gets harder when searching for kids and teens. Our editorial team looked at dozens of news sources and selected the best ⬇️

commonsense.org

We've selected the most trustworthy news sources for your students.

Apr 24

Efforts to regulate social media at the state and federal levels reflect the types of changes girls themselves are asking for: more age restrictions, more control over their privacy, and more positive content. Learn more from our latest findings ⤵️

Teen Girls Share How They Really Feel About Social Media

New research on teen girls' experiences on TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, and YouTube highlights how platforms can better protect their mental health. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

Apr 24

JOIN US for a discussion about how social media affects young people’s brains, what families can do to promote healthy social media use, and what govt is doing to ensure that tech companies create safer products for kids. 📌 Today at 12pm PT. RSVP here: comsen.se/3o8igvS

Senate Judiciary Committee

(D-IL) cites sobering data from

@commonsense

that reflects the vital work of our Council for Responsible Social Media to make platforms safer and protect children online. Watch his full testimony: youtube.com/watch?v=fuuVBV

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FACTS: @SenatorDurbin breaks down social media and its impact on teen mental health. Kids spend more time online. Depression and suicidal contemplation among kids are at all-time highs.

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Senate Judiciary Committee

Apr 21

“We’ve given tech companies nearly three decades to police themselves. They have failed miserably, and our children are paying the price.” We couldn’t agree more with

@SenatorDurbin

. Congress must impose stronger online protections for kids.

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@JudiciaryDems

FACTS: @SenatorDurbin breaks down social media and its impact on teen mental health. Kids spend more time online. Depression and suicidal contemplation among kids are at all-time highs.

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ChatGPT and AI Are Raising the Stakes for Media Literacy

Apr 21

Many kids and teens are getting their news from social media and a lot of their information-seeking behaviors and habits are developed as part of an online community. That's why educators now need to include AI literacy into their #medialiteracy lessons.

edweek.org

The expanded use of artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT is creating a critical moment for media literacy education.

While video footage of hate crimes and police brutality can help expose injustices, they can also take a psychological toll. Parents can help their children process the tragedies they see on TV and online by having age-appropriate conversations.

Our Kids Are Watching: Racial Violence in the News & Viral Trauma

How to protect and prepare your child when tragic events and images are shared online. Advice from Common Sense Media editors.

Big Tech Should Embrace California's Age Appropriate Design Code

"Instead of recognizing their responsibility to protect kids, #BigTech places blame on parents. But it’s not their responsibility to design products that are safe to use."

@SenHannahBeth

and

@Cunning_Jordan

on why #CAKidsCode will make platforms safer ⬇️

techpolicy.press

Former California lawmakers Hannah-Beth Jackson and Jordan Cunningham say the AADC represents a necessary paradigm shift.

Dr. Vivek Murthy, U.S. Surgeon General

@Surgeon_General

Apr 15

The #YouthMentalHealth crisis is one of the most pressing issues of our time. My friend

@JimSteyer

and I had a chance to discuss the critical role each of us can play in protecting youth in our lives. Listen now!

Healthy Young Minds: A Conversation with U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy Part 1: "This is a...

Common Sense conducts independent research on children's use of media and technology and the impact it has on their development. Read our latest reports.

Is ChatGPT stealing your data? | Common Sense Explains

Apr 13

"Generative #AI tools are remarkable in that they can improve human productivity and solve complex problems. But they also have #privacy issues." Our head of privacy

@girardkelly

explains how ChatGPT uses the info you give it to make money. Watch ⬇️

youtube.com

In this episode, Head of Privacy Girard Kelly explains how the privacy policies of ChatGPT and other generative AI programs are putting your personal data at...

Apr 13

On April 24th, join Common Sense's

and Dr. Anna Lembke for an insightful discussion on the impact of social media on kids' mental health and gain tips for navigating social media at home. 🗓️ RSVP: comsen.se/3o8igvS