Communication Coach Alex Lyon
Face to Face vs Online Communication
Face-to-face vs online communication. We compare and contrast examples of each type for your personal and business relationships.
Curated Video
The History of Memes
Did you know that memes have been around longer than the internet? However, the internet and social media have made memes an integral part of communication and culture around the world. Learn about the significance and impact of memes in...
Lesson Planet
EdTech Tuesday: Kidblog
Are you interested in taking your students into the blogging world but worried about the inherent risks? Rich and Jennifer have just the resources for you. Watch as they examine Kidblog, a safe and easy-to-use website that allows...
Lesson Planet
EdTech Tuesday: Today's Meet
Are you looking for a way to use technology to engage students during classroom discussions? Then Rich and Jennifer have the tool for you. Watch as they explore this free online service that allows learners to share and respond to each...
Thoughtful Learning
Analyzing the Medium of a Message
Medium connects the sender of a message to the receiver of the message. A short video focuses on the importance of choosing the appropriate medium to send different types of messages, a medium appropriate to all aspects of a situation.
Crash Course
Social Media: Crash Course Navigating Digital Information #10
Sixty-eight percent of adults in the United States get their news from their social media feed. What are the consequences? Scholars dive into the topic with a video on digital media. They discover how social media shapes people's offline...
GCFGlobal.org
Google Classroom: Communicating with Students
How does Google Classroom help teachers communicate with their pupils? Viewers learn how to e-mail individual and multiple learners at a time. They also discover how to quickly and easily share information and attachments with scholars...
Google
Avoid Scams
If an online deal seems too good to be true, it probably is! Cautious young users about Internet scams and phishing with a helpful and informative video from Google.
Google
Be Positive
Be the solution to the problems you see in the world! Middle schoolers watch a short video from Google and learn the importance of contributing to a positive Internet community, rather than being a part of the negativity.
Google
Protect Your Stuff
If you think password is an acceptable password, think again! A short video demonstrates the importance of an unguessable password as part of a Google series on digital citizenship.
Google
Know and Use Your Settings
How many people can see your social media profile? If you haven't adjusted your privacy settings, it could be more people than you think. Help young pupils keep their information safe with a Google video that emphasizes the...
Google
Think Before You Share
When you share an inappropriate post online, only your friends see it, right? A brief and engaging video cautions viewers that making the choice to send a post can impact their daily lives, as well as their future options.
Curated OER
Learning how to use your email properly is important. Watch this short video for good tips to remember when emailing.
Curated OER
Chat Rooms
Online chatting is a popular form of communication. The teacher in this informational video tells viewers about different forms of online chatting and what to be aware of. This is a fantastic video to stay informed about online chatting!
Other
Cambridge School Pennington, New Jersey: Virtual Learning Video Etiquette
In this humorous video, teachers prepare students for distance learning by showing them mostly what not to do during class. [6:31]
PBS
Nova Labs: Cyber Codes
Do you trust the security of your email, text messages, and browser history? Learn how trustworthy online communication actually is and how encryption can protect your privacy. Sometimes. [3:25]
Other
Tarver Academy: Online Classroom Video Etiquette: Zoom and Google Meet
This educator explains behavioral guidelines to follow when participating in or delivering online learning in Zoom or Google Meet. [6:38]
Other
Netiquette: A Student's Guide to Digital Etiquette
This teacher does an excellent job of explaining to her students how to use good manners when communicating in their online classroom. She explains the difference between how you communicate with classmates versus the teacher. [1:51]
Other
Discussion Board Netiquette
Follow these simple rules to use good manners when participating in online discussion boards. [2:02]