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PenPal News- article for middle school and high school teachers; encourages students to read, think and share ideas about news in a safe social media platform

From edgeeks.com PenPal News Posted on December 22, 2011 by Marisa Kaplan Calling all Middle School and High School Teachers: Here is some inspiration for you, a new project called PenPal News. PenPal News is merging technology with the age-old … Continue reading

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100 Inspiring Ways to Use Social Media in the Classroom- article for teachers and administrators

From onlineuniversities.com Social media may have started out as a fun way to connect with friends, but it has evolved to become a powerful tool for education and business. Sites such as Facebook and Twitter and tools such as Skype … Continue reading

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