Recognize Cyber BullyingContributed by: The Beehive Link: http://thebeehive.org/digitalbasics/2010/12/22/beg... Click the title to vote Bullies are no longer just the tough kids on the school playground. With today’s technology, these troublemakers are able to do their taunting online, too. It’s called cyber bullying, the use of technology to harass or bully someone through forums, chat-rooms, with instant messaging, on sites like Facebook and with hate E-mail. Cyber bullies can be smart and savvy web-users, so it may be hard to recognize them at first. But there are warning signs to pay attention to. Being able to recognize a cyber bully and knowing how to react appropriately can help you stay safe online. |
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How to Set up SkypeContributed by: The Beehive Link: http://thebeehive.org/digitalbasics/2010/12/22/adv... Click the title to vote Skype allows you to make a phone call over the Internet. It is also popular for its additional features which include instant messaging, file transfer, and video conferencing. |
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Setting Up a Facebook AccountContributed by: The Beehive Link: http://thebeehive.org/digitalbasics/2010/12/22/int... Click the title to vote Facebook allows you to share photos, update friends and family members about your life, and spend hours playing games and quizzes. Even if you only use it every once in a while, here is how to set up your account with no fuss. |
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Google Docs TutorialContributed by: Tech Goes Home Link: http://www.techgoeshome.org/index/876844 Click the title to vote A tutorial on how to use Google Docs. Google Docs is a powerful word processor that allows you to create documents, upload existing files, and share them with friends, family, and co-workers. Google Docs comes free with a Gmail account. |
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Using Facebook to Build CommunityContributed by: Vermont Council on Rural Development Link: http://vscmymeeting.adobeconnect.com/p3oywtg6zvi/?... Click the title to vote Watch a webinar where you can learn the essentials about getting your community, library, or social group connected using the top social media tool. |
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Social Networks 101Contributed by: Vermont Council on Rural Development Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=csdP4eWg3c8&feature... Click the title to vote Learn how social networks are used to connect Internet users. |
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How to Download Audio Books to your iPadContributed by: Link: http://www.midyork.org/_pdf/How%20to%20Download%20... Click the title to vote A step-by-step instruction guide on how to download audio books to an iPad. |
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Facebook DictionaryContributed by: Link: http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/nybbexpress/curri... Click the title to vote A guide to understanding terms used on Facebook. |
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Google Presentation TutorialContributed by: Tech Goes Home Link: http://www.techgoeshome.org/google-presentation-vi... Click the title to vote Google Presentation is very similar to PowerPoint. However, Google Presentation is online and shareable. This tutorial will show you how to create a quick and easy presentation. |
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Professional Use of Social NetworksContributed by: Shiny Door Link: http://shinydoor.com/social_networking_curriculum Click the title to vote Curriculum to guide social users of social networks into professional use. Contains a Participant Guide, a Facilitator Guide and a Slide Presentation. All three work together. |
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Introduction to FacebookContributed by: Connect Your Community Link: http://www.connectcommunity.org/2010/09/27/module-... Click the title to vote Introduction to safe use of Facebook. Includes explanation of Facebook structure and of privacy settings. |
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Online PrivacyContributed by: Connect Your Community Link: http://www.connectcommunity.org/2010/09/26/module-... Click the title to vote An introduction to online privacy, particularly in social networks. |
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Project IdealContributed by: University of Michigan Link: http://projectideal.org/index.html Click the title to vote Project IDEAL is a consortium of states working together to develop effective distance education programs for adult learners. Through collaborative research and practice, the consortium works to raise the quality of distance education across the country. |