Why You Should Take a Break from Social Media
June 1, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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At its best, social media is entertaining and communal. It makes us laugh, inspires bursts of creativity, and motivates us to keep in contact with family or friends that we don’t regularly see. Sounds pretty good, right? At its worst, however, social media…
Children and Cell Phone Use
May 31, 2022
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Tiffany Tolman
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I spend the majority of my days associating with an amazing group of ninth graders. That’s the life of a junior high teacher. My students are funny, sincere, a little quirky, and a joy to be around (most days). But it’s not an…
What is Bitcoin: A Beginner’s Guide to Cryptocurrencies
May 24, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Money is confusing. Technology is even more confusing. Add those two together, and you get a perfect storm of misunderstanding called cryptocurrency. You heard that right folks, today we’re delving into and demystifying everything surrounding cryptocurrency. I can’t lie, I didn’t really understand…
Is TikTok Safe For Kids? The Ultimate Guide For Parents
May 18, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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When the COVID pandemic started back in 2020 and we were stuck in our homes, many of us turned to hobbies to fill our time. Some of us learned how to make ceramic bowls, while others disappeared into the mountains for some well-needed…
Different Types of Malware And How to Detect Them
May 17, 2022
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Shanna Hovley
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Updates can be frustrating, especially when they come at inconvenient times, but keeping your computer and other technology up-to-date is crucial to protecting yourself from malware. Not too long ago, I had my computer fall prey to a malware attack—and I like to…
Troubleshooting Steps For Tech And More
May 13, 2022
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Shanna Hovley
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Last year, after moving to a new apartment, my computer monitor wouldn’t turn on. At first, I worried that the move damaged my monitor and I would have to make an expensive repair or purchase a new one. I checked the power strip…
How do you set up a professional stream on Twitch?
May 10, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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If you or your kids are like me, there are few things you love more than a good video game. When played sparingly (be careful you don’t fall prey to gambling or tech addiction), video games are a great way to spend time…
20 Reasons Why Cell Phones Should Be Allowed in School
May 6, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Technology has become an important part of every classroom—and that’s not a bad thing. When you enter an elementary school classroom in 2022, you’ll likely see kids typing up reports on school laptops, teachers using a projector to show videos, and students studying…