Computers and the Internet Article Archive

• Choosing Educational Software for Children - Computers can help children learn. But some software seems only to teach kids how to kill alien invaders.
• Find Ways To Help Others Online - Children care about the world around them. They want to do something to help. Using a computer, they can now help more easily.
• Expand Your Child’s World Through Multimedia Adventures - You probably can’t take your child on a trip to Southeast Asia this year. But if she’s the sort who loves adventure, you could “visit” it online.
• Will Your Teen Benefit From an Online Course? - Most teenagers use the Internet to help them with school courses. But some are now using it to take school courses.

Evaluating Sources

• Help Your Child Evaluate Internet Information - As students use the Web for research more and more, it’s important that they know which sources they can rely on.
• 5 Ways To Evaluate Online Material - Teens get much of their information online. But it may be of dubious value.
• Help Your Teen Evaluate Internet Sites - The Internet is a valuable tool for helping with homework and research projects. But as with all tools, the best results will come from the most careful use.
• The Seven C’s of Internet Sources - More teens are turning to the Internet when doing research. But not all sites are reliable.
• Before Using Content, Teens Should Evaluate Source - There’s a wealth of information on the Internet. But not all of it is accurate.
• Teach Your Child To Cite Internet Information Correctly - The Internet is a wonderful resource. Your child can find much information in a few minutes.

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Internet Safety

• School and the Internet: What You Should Know - How students are using the Internet at school, and precautions you should take at home.
• Internet Safety Tips for Parents - Kids need to use the Internet; these tips will help you keep them safe.
• MySpace and Facebook: What You Should Know - Social networking sites keep growing in popularity. Here are 10 things to get parents up to speed.
• Presentations on Online Safety  - Resources to help you arrange a school presentation for parents about how to keep kids safe online.
• Safe Internet Experiences With Rules, Supervision - From email to research, the Internet can be a wonderful tool for children.
• Keep Kids' Computers Safe From "Spyware" - “Spyware” is unwanted software. It may track all the sites you visit on the Internet.
• Teach Children To Avoid Danger on the Internet - Ways to keep your kids safe online.
• Alert Your Teen’s School When Cyberbullies Threaten - If your child is the victim of a cyberbully, he may be facing problems with bullies at school, too. Take steps immediately to help your teen.
• Make Sure Your Child Uses the Internet Wisely and Safely - Chances are, your middle schooler relies on the Internet to do research for school assignments.
• Teach Your Child About Online Safety - These days, kids seem to know more about computers than adults do.

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Screen Time

• Establish Limits for TV, Computer Time - Playing video games can be fun. It can help kids reduce stress and relax. But too much time playing video games or watching TV keeps kids from exercising and socializing.
• Make Rules About Screen Time: 5 Steps - Does your child have a TV in his bedroom? How much time does he spend online?
• You Can Take Charge of Your Family’s TV Viewing - Ways to manage your family's television viewing.
• Set Limits on Teens’ Computer Time - Computers can be an important part of a high school student’s life.
• Help Your Child Make Good Choices About Watching TV - There’s no question that television influences children—sometimes for the better and sometimes the worse.
• Counteract Negative Effects Of Television With These Tips - Parents can’t control what shows are aired on television.
• TV Log Can Increase Student Awareness and Responsibility - A recent study found that eighth graders spent four times as many hours each week watching television as they did studying.
• Less Screen Time Reduces Obesity Risk - Children who balance their TV and computer time with physical activity are far less likely to be overweight.

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