As an educator, you probably have strong opinions on your school’s math and social studies programs. But you may have some questions about newer additions to the curriculum, like digital literacy. Students need to learn many things to become responsible, effective...
Digital Citizenship
9 Popular Myths About Teaching Digital Citizenship
Technology is changing rapidly, and most schools are having a hard time keeping up. Some district administrators, teachers, and parents wonder whether it’s even worthwhile to teach digital citizenship. At Yeti Academy, we’ve found that many concerns are based on...
5 Things to Include in Your Middle School Computer Curriculum
If your district is looking to emphasize STEM beyond math and science, you may want to expand your middle school computer curriculum further. Basic coding, HTML, and computational thinking lessons can help students develop widely applicable skills and spark an...
It’s Time to Update Your School’s Digital Literacy Curriculum
For many children and teens today, using certain parts of the internet feels as easy as breathing. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean they know everything they need to know to stay safe, use common academic and workplace tools as effectively as possible, and contribute...
What is Digital Citizenship? How to Teach Students in Grades 3-9 Internet Safety and More
The internet has quickly become one of the most important aspects of our society for both children and adults. Whether we’re on a zoom call, playing games on our phones, researching a school project, or just surfing the web, we’re using technology for a large part of...
What Are Digital Citizenship Skills?
With students spending so much time online during the pandemic, there’s been more talk about digital citizenship than ever. You may be wondering what this popular term means and what falls under its umbrella. Below, we’ll provide a broad definition of digital...
Athletes And The Public: What Middle School Students Think About Digital Citizenship
Children today need to know how to keep themselves safe online from an early age. Fortunately, Yeti Academy has the tools schools need to effectively teach students the skills they need to navigate the digital world. Dry, generic teaching materials often fail to...