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Learning to focus on one task while tuning out the many distractions vying for attention is a crucial life skill that some students are missing. Via Linda Guthrie 
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The vast majority of the Internet lies in the Deep Web, sometimes referred to as the Invisible Web. The actual size of the Deep Web is impossible to measure, but many experts estimate it is about 500 times the size of the web as we know it.
Tina Jameson's insight:
Facinating and vital reading; understand the difference between 'surface web' - that which is easily accesible through traditional web crawlers, and the 'deep web' - favoured by intelligence networks!..This article also looks at why Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has become so important if you want to build a strong online profile - and explores ways in which you can do this.
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This is an interactive online resource, giving information on various social media platforms, and on tasks you can accomplish using social media – it is aimed primarily at undergraduates but has applications across the board.
Tina Jameson's insight:
Great tool for students to use independently, helping them with the 'whys' and 'hows' of using social media effectively and positively. Created through the collaboration of three UK universities of York, Leeds and Manchester.
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For those of you who are still using iGoogle, the time has come, since it's going to close its doors at the end of play today. I wrote a post a while ago on alternatives, which I'm including below, with some editing.
Tina Jameson's insight:
If you like your homepage to be tailored to your personal needs and links - then Phil has a few suggestions / assessments of a few. I like to use Symbaloo myself.
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Use our Scope & Sequence tool to find the lessons that are just right for your classroom. These cross-curriculular units spiral to address digital literacy and citizenship topics in an age-appropriate way...
Tina Jameson's insight:
Interactive 'scope and sequence' tools, to help with lessons from K to 12 on range of Digital Citizenship issues (Bullying / Copyright etc)
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sling Note is an iPad application which lets you pair any four productivity tools side by side. A web browser, calculator, notepad and secondary web browser....
Tina Jameson's insight:
If this works as well as is claimed - then sounds a fantastic tool. (Will confirm thoughts after having played with it for a while!) Currently in AppStore for $2.99. Its main feature is being able to 'multi task' on the iPad, by having a split screen, with a powerful clipping / annotating tool.
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Keeping up with phone calls, sms messages, Facebook updates, tweets ... sometimes it feels like technology rules our lives.
Tina Jameson's insight:
Here is the link to the i-Disorder podcast, that I mentioned in relation to the previous scoop 'Blissfully wired'. Fascinating listening.
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An all-digital public library is opening today, as officials in Bexar County, Texas, celebrate the opening of the BiblioTech library.
Tina Jameson's insight:
Looks like an amazing facility....however I would still require another library that provided actual old fashioned books! Strongly believe there is space in this world for both mediums.
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Free download from Microsoft: Linda McCarthys book, Own Your Space: Keep Yourself and Your Stuff Safe Online, helps parents and kids learn to avoid the dangers of the Internet. Via John Dalziel
Tina Jameson's insight:
Any resource which promotes awareness of the need to be 'cyber space saavy' is worth sharing. I found this link would not open directly on the iPad. Works fine on PC.
Llandrillo Library's curator insight,
September 4, 2013 4:14 AM
Written by young people, parents and experts in firewalls, networking and wireless systems, as well as advanced Mac and Firefox users. This is a fresh approach to the topic of esafety, digital citizenship and is for anyone who uses the "Net every day and want to know how to secure their systems, preserve their Net lifestyles, and protect their data" 
Trevor Sokolowski's curator insight,
May 12, 2015 7:13 PM
It is our job to teach our youth at a young age the dangers of the internet. Giving your kids your credit cards to use freely on the internet is very stupid and could lead to their future and your future savings being wasted.
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Learn more at http://www.ericsson.com/networkedsociety Can ICT redefine the way we learn in the Networked Society? Technology has enabled us to interact, inn... Via Linda Guthrie
Tina Jameson's insight:
Would recommend this as compulsory viewing for all teachers:
"It is the teacher's job to point young minds towards the right kind of question. The teacher doesn't need to give any answers - the answers are everywhere.... learners who find the answers for themselves retain it better." (Sugata Mitra - Slumdog Professor)
Audrey Nay's curator insight,
August 30, 2013 5:18 PM
Tina Crossland's curator insight,August 27, 5:07 PM Would recommend this as compulsory viewing for all teachers:
"It is the teacher's job to point young minds towards the right kind of question. The teacher doesn't need to give any answers - the answers are everywhere.... learners who find the answers for themselves retain it better." (Sugata Mitra - Slumdog Professor)
Have to agree!
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The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) philosophy and regime is becoming a serious consideration for many schools. As Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is costly and...
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Security is a huge concern when it comes to BYOD. Here are several steps you can take to protect your network and keep your organization's data safe.
Tina Jameson's insight:
Security check list.
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“Scoot & Doodle, a social creativity site that blends the video conferencing capabilities of Skype with the playfulness of Draw Something.” Via Nik Peachey
Tina Jameson's insight:
With up to 10 people able to collaborate at a time - would be a great tool for group 'brainstorming' and other shared activities. As with any social site, you need to register to be able to use.
LaraBadioli's curator insight,
November 29, 2013 7:31 AM
altro utilizzo funzionale degli scarabocchi in chiave social! 
Mirta Liliana Filgueira's curator insight,
December 1, 2013 10:33 AM
Scoot y Doole un sitio de creatividad. 
Simon da Roza's curator insight,
January 12, 2014 6:09 PM
What a great way to collabrate and share and inspire!
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The how to make a great Prezi, Prezi A complete how-to guide for Prezi - from what it is and why you should use it, to advanced Prezi techniques. by Ned Potter on 8 September 2013
Tina Jameson's insight:
Highly recommend this guide to creating Prezi presentations. As this is being used increasingly in our workplace, this makes a fantastic introduction to anyone wishing to have a go.
Gavin Meikle's curator insight,
February 23, 2014 6:38 AM
I am still struggling to make the switch to Prezzi but this video was really helpful
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4 Principals Of Digital Literacy (01/17/2013, Terry Heick,) -Comprehension -Interdependence -Social Factors -Curation
Tina Jameson's insight:
Due to constantly changing technology and social network development, it is vital that we teach students (and ourselves) the importance of filtering information and extracting the valuable. They also need to be able to identify ways to link and share media appropriately, and to be able to curate and add value to information that is sourced.
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How a Teacher Librarian in CO Prepares Her Students to Go Online. First. | Common Sense Media http://t.co/XKwqhJPUzc #hcslib
Tina Jameson's insight:
Prepare students for their online future: this freely available online tool allows students to 'play' and work their way through different levels, building up vital understanding of 'digital footprints' and cyber safety in the process. Seems to be aimed at a junior primary to middle school level.
This article explains how one Librarian has used the tool successfully, and provides links to the 'Digital Passport' program.
Kristen Lassiter's curator insight,
November 5, 2013 10:35 PM
This is something to look into for my own library. It is so important that today's students learn how to use the Internet correctly and safely. The Digital Passport may be a great tool to teach students about Internet use. 
Deborah Fillman's curator insight,
November 6, 2013 5:06 PM
Love the idea of teaching kids digital "self-defense," rather than focusing on erecting barriers they might see as challenges to overcome, or "problems" to solve. They not only need to guard against bullies and predators, but also that that they have a "digital footprint" that will follow them throughout their lives.
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Moovly is an online tool that allows you to create animated videos, tutorials, explainers, presentations, infographics, video clips, display ads or e-cards. Via Nik Peachey
Tina Jameson's insight:
Signed up, and had a play with this one; excellent potential. Easy to use.
Gust MEES's curator insight,
February 24, 2015 4:39 AM
Moovly is an online tool that allows you to create animated videos, tutorials, explainers, presentations, infographics, video clips, display ads or e-cards. 
Atika MOKHFI's curator insight,
February 25, 2015 2:55 AM
Moovly semble intéressant et facile à utiliser pour la création de vidéos en ligne, mais personnellement je ne l'ai pas encore testé... Une version Free est disponible. Moovly propose aussi une license "Education" : Ready to use Moovly for your educational projects or in your classroom? We offer educational licenses at a discount for individuals and groups. 
Valérie Bardot's curator insight,
February 28, 2015 1:32 PM
Moovly, un outil qui a de multiples applications en ingénierie pédagogique (vidéos,, tutoriels..)
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Digital Citizenship Poster for Middle and High School Classrooms
Tina Jameson's insight:
Part of a really useful site that promotes 'Digital Citizenship'. This downloadable poster / infographic invites consideration, before 'posting' photos that you have taken on social networks.
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A directory of direct links to delete your account from web services. Find out how to delete your Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn accounts and more. Via John Dalziel
Tina Jameson's insight:
Sounds like a useful tool to share with students and staff who feel they have 'lost some control' in their online world, and need to 'refresh' their web footprint.
Margaret Kooser's curator insight,
October 2, 2013 4:15 PM
I think that this is a really good thing. While everyone knows that even when you delete something, its out there somewhere. So having something that officially deletes a specific page that you created that you lost control of is an amazing thing. 
Ricardo Pimenta's curator insight,
December 11, 2013 3:39 PM
Um serviço a ser pago... O anonimato se tornou mercadoria
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Tina Jameson's insight:
Great article by Anna Akbari, NYU Professor. Anna bans the use of 'technology' in her lectures, and uses this article to suggest reasons why a break from our technological addiction could be occasionally beneficial. Brings to mind a fantastic 'All in the Mind' episode on Radio National - called i-Disorder: the psychology of technology, which also looked at the impact of our 'social' technologies on our mental health.
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Editor's Note: At Scoop.it, we believe content curation is just as powerful as original content generation.
Tina Jameson's insight:
Some great advice on how to make the most of these 'heavily utilized' tools at our disposal. Perhaps more of interest to my fellow librarians and those looking at ways of improving their online profile.
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Yesterday, I shared this video from Larry Ferlazzo's blog (seriously watch it): There are a lot of things to think about in what is being shared, but there are some things that really pushed my thi... Via Linda Guthrie
Tina Jameson's insight:
A powerful clip to share with students - great as a starting point to discuss the impacts of technology on relationships. We follow a day in the life of a girl who doesn't have her mobile phone with her.
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Tina Jameson's insight:
Looks like a very useful collaborative classroom tool. Free too at the moment so well worth trying!
Mark Ayton's curator insight,
August 15, 2013 6:28 AM
Need a simple free tool for instantly preparing, presenting, pre-recording and flipping learning activities? This could be the very thing to get your suite of iPads out of the racks and into action! Thanks to @acljohn for another great find.
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No two BYOD policies are or should be alike. Here are four BYOD policy templates that might help you seed your BYOD policy discussion and development process.
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While being 'tech literate' is essential, we also need to explicitly provide times for prolonged concentration, without the distraction of technology. This article links the ability to focus consistently with behaviour and the ability of people to regulate their emotions.
As a library professional whose main goal is to encourage reading, I believe this article supports the necessity of valuing periods of 'tech free' sustained reading opportunities.