September, 2011

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DIY Guide to Keeping Children Safe Online Without Costly Filters

The Innovative Educator

With ominous acronyms being thrown about such as CIPA and FERPA and COPPA , it’s no wonder educators are running scared when it comes to internet use and that filtering companies are profiting from the culture of fear that results. Unfortunately, doing what is most convenient (blocking and banning sites) is often not what is best for children or teachers.