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We’ve teamed up with OpenAI to launch a free, one-hour course for K-12 educators called "ChatGPT Foundations for K-12 Educators." This course empowers teachers to safely and effectively navigate AI, generative AI, and #ChatGPT in the classroom. Covering essential topics like AI fundamentals, data privacy, ethical use, and practical applications, it’s designed to provide educators with the tools they need to prepare students for the future of learning. Why is this important? 7 in 10 students already use tools like ChatGPT for schoolwork. Teachers need support to ensure student safety, privacy and academic integrity. Early pilots in schools, such as Agua Fria Union High School District, are showing promising results. This launch marks the first milestone in our broader partnership with OpenAI, announced earlier this year, which focuses on creating AI guidelines and educational tools for families, educators, and students. Educators, get started today: https://lnkd.in/gN5_zihH #AIInEducation #EdTech #TeacherResources #CommonSenseMedia #OpenAI #K12Education

3 months ago, we joined families, community groups, and lawmakers in celebration of the Senate passage of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) with a 91-3 vote. Now, as KOSA is stalled in the House, and the The Wall Street Journal reports that Meta and Google have spent $90 million in lobbying efforts over the past three years (including efforts around KOSA), more questions are being raised around the role of lobbying shaping policies that impact kids' online safety. Read More: https://lnkd.in/emWrNKKm

?? Save the Date: National AI Literacy Day – March 28, 2025! ?? We are excited to join EDSAFE AI Alliance, aiEDU.org, and The Tech Interactive in announcing that National AI Literacy Day will take place on March 28, 2025. This nationwide event will engage communities across the U.S. in exploring the critical question: “What is AI?” This day will engage students, educators, parents, and community members in discussions and activities focused on artificial intelligence and its impact on our world. We are seeking support from partners and affiliates to make this a truly impactful event! Here’s how YOU can get involved: Host an Event: Sign up to host an event in your district, community, or state. Together, we can spread awareness and spark curiosity about AI. https://lnkd.in/emcbmgZb Submit Curriculum Materials: Have K-12 or after-school program resources focused on AI? Share them with us! Submissions will be reviewed and posted on our website. https://lnkd.in/eEnkrXSN Contribute Professional Development Resources: If you have PD materials or recorded webinars on AI, we want to share them to help educators prepare for AI integration in classrooms. https://lnkd.in/eJ4WgDHq Stay Informed: Sign up for email updates so you don’t miss important announcements leading up to the day. https://lnkd.in/eznVzeup? This is your chance to help bring AI education to students, parents, and educators across the globe. Join us at www.ailiteracyday.org #AILiteracyDay

Our Spanish Language Editor, Mary Aviles Baez, recently joined the Cumbre Kids Cráneo #podcast for a thought-provoking discussion on the science of attention. In this episode, Mary and Cráneo discuss the challenges children face when trying to focus, how scientists measure attention, and why kids sometimes tune out their parents while watching TV. It’s a valuable conversation for educators, parents, and anyone interested in child development and the psychology behind attention. Listen to the full episode here: Spotify:?https://spoti.fi/3Coj8Ul Apple Podcasts:?https://apple.co/4eu6DUm

Passwords are a weak link in the cybersecurity chain. Join the global movement on #MoreThanAPasswordDay and adopt stronger authentication. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eudyg9YV

Participating in democracy is our shared responsibility. Let’s show up for our communities and for the future of our kids! #Voting?#2024

Education Week recently highlighted a significant story about the parents of a Massachusetts teen suing his high school after he was disciplined for using AI to complete an assignment. In this article, Jamie Nunez, our Western Regional Manager at Common Sense Media, shares his insights. As cheating remains a top concern in #education, this situation presents an opportunity for educators to engage in broader discussions around the role of #AI and #tech in the classroom. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gpifNUs7

Happy Digital Citizenship week! ?? Listen to our latest episode of our Let Me Add to That podcast hosted by Elizabeth Graswich, Ed.D., featuring guest host Sue Thotz from Common Sense Media. Discover how to protect your data, navigate the complexities of digital footprints and equip your children and our students with the skills to thrive in an increasingly online world.???? Listen here: bit.ly/lmattpod #digitalliteracy #lacoe #wearelacoe #commonsensemedia #digitalcitizenship #digcit #data #cybersecurity #education #educationpodcast #tech #ai #qrcode #letmeaddtothat #letmeaddtothatpodcast #losangeles #lacounty #digitalcitizenshipweek

It’s Digital Citizenship Week! This week is all about fostering a healthy, balanced, and positive approach to media and technology use among our kids. Join us and thousands of educators worldwide in promoting digital citizenship at home. Common Sense has been leading the charge on #DigitalCitizenshipWeek for over 10 years, and we’re excited to support teachers again this year with our resources. In this video, Laura Ogando, who spoke at our annual Common Sense Media Awards in September, explains why digital citizenship is so important. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/dsm_X8q

In this Newsweek article by our CEO Jim Steyer and New York Governor Kathy Hochul, they confront a pressing issue: America's youth are facing mental health struggles and burnout like never before, exacerbated by the demands of social media. These developments highlight the importance of ongoing discussions around the role of digital platforms in shaping young people's experiences. Read More: https://lnkd.in/e-28tSaj