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Kids and Cell Phones: Staying Connected
Do you know where your kids are? For many parents the answer is a resounding yes; they always know where their kids ...
Source: NYU Child Study Center
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The Cell Phone Dilemma
Every kid's got oneAccording to a recent study, in 2000 only 5% of 13-17 year-olds had cell phones whereas today, over ...
Source: OneToughJob
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A MediaWise® Parent Guide—Cell Phones and Your Kids
Looking to the futureDr. David Walsh, president and founder of the National Institute on Media and the Family, just ...
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Teach Your Child Cell Phone Etiquette
How much is too much when it comes to cell phones? From setting clear expectations to putting a cap on inappropriate ...
Source: Education.com
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7 iPhone Apps That Help Students Bounce Back from School Break
Let's be frank, the holiday break was more than enjoyable without all that homework, essay writing, and note taking - ...
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Be Smart with Your Cell Phone
Kids use cell phones in different ways than adults. It's time for adults to learn to text and kids to learn some safety ...
Source: Connect Safely
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Sexting Overblown? Yes and *No*
Some experts say concerns are overblown, but the legal and psychological consequences for teens cannot be taken too ...
Source: Connect Safely
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Cell Phones: 21st Century Learning Tools?
Is it possible to think that there could be, in between the deafening ring tones and the obsessive text messaging, some ...
Source: Education.com
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Is Your Teen Texting in Class?
Texting may have it's place in modern times, but does it have its place in the classroom? Get the facts on chronic teen ...
Source: Education.com
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Cellphones, Texting and Cell Phone Distractions
Today’s cell phones are more than just phones, they are high-tech gadgets that also serve as a mini-computers. ...
Source: GuardingKids.com
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Cell Phones - Do They Cause Cancer?
Information Several major studies show no link between cell phones and cancer at this time. However, since the ...
Source: Medline Plus
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Can Smartphones Make Kids Smarter?
The number of children with access to mobile technologies is ever increasing, and with it a growing number of education...
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OMG, Teens and Their Phones
The average teen sends one text message every 10 minutes while awake. Here are some ways you can manage the your teen's...
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Calling All Parents: Kids and Cell Phones
Introduction Remember the old song “Operator” by the late American songwriter Jim Croce? The broken hearted singer...
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Foursquare & Other Geolocation Apps: For Young adults, Not kids
It's a good idea for parents to know if their kids are using location-based games or apps on their cellphones. If they...
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Sexting: New Study & the 'Truth or Dare' Scenario
Fresh research and insights from educators on sexting show a great need for careful thought and communication about how...
Source: Connect Safely

