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Meta recently announced its plans to bring VR into the classroom for students as young as 13. This change brings a new era of hands-on learning, from immersive history lessons to interactive science simulations. As schools look to implement this futuristic tool, it’s important to consider how VR can best serve educational goals while addressing the diverse needs of students. Let’s dive in.

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Airchat, the new, invite-only app offers asynchronous voice-only messaging: users can record themselves speaking and edit their recordings before posting them or sending them to friends, and their followers can comment or respond anytime. Airchat promises that the app can offer all of the benefits of voice messages, including more authentic conversations and social bonding, without the anxiety that real-time phone calls might bring. Keep reading to learn about Airchat and how educators can empower students to play to their core online. 

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On the heels of lawsuits that claim social media companies can negatively impact student well-being, we’re exploring a feature that allows parents to view the time spent and activities of teens 13-17 years old on the popular platform and what students have to say about its impact on their privacy. The Family Center feature is meant to provide parents with the tools to manage their teen’s experience on social media, like viewing who they follow and managing their privacy settings. These tools make it easier for parents to manage their teens’ social media experiences. But what do students say?

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For today’s students, social media has become a powerful tool for students looking to find their way in a financially-driven world. With over 65 million influencers on Instagram alone, students can seek out educational content at their fingertips, becoming empowered to take charge of their education and financial literacy. Recent research confirms this new trend of fin-fluencers, with 42% of students turning to social media for financial advice and knowledge. But what does this mean for educators? Let’s dive in.

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Amplifying student voices can benefit both students and educators. When we empower students to use their mics for good and share their perspectives, they can change the world, as demonstrated by some Chicago students who are advocating for social issues like gun violence through social media campaigns. Let’s dive into what these students are doing and how educators can empower students to use their mics for good both in and out of the classroom.

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