Here’s a list of selected resources on bullying and cyberbullying for researchers, educators, and parents. You will find resources such as bullying curriculum, educational programs, hand-outs, organizations, research, and statistics. Bullying Resources Bullying Facts and Statistics by SafeYouth.org -List of facts and statistics along with references. Bullying Prevention by the Massachusetts Medical Society. Explains the… Read more »
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Research Toolbox: Upcoming Conferences
Save the dates! To help you keep track of relevant conferences and events, here is a list of upcoming conferences from around the world that may be of interest. Conferences 9th International Conference of the Learning Sciences, June 29-July 2 2010, Chicago, IL American Academy of Pediatrics, October 2-5 2010, San Francisco, CA European Communication… Read more »
Research Toolbox: Children, Media, and Health Blogs
Blogs (short for web logs) are a great informal way to keep up with current research and news. Here’s a list of blogs with a focus on children, media, parenting, and health. Annie’s Fox Blog This blog offers thoughts about teens, tweens, parenting and education. Ask The Mediatrician-Center on Media and Child Health, Children’s Hospital… Read more »
Research Toolbox: Upcoming Conferences
Save the dates! To help you keep track of relevant conferences and events, here is a list of upcoming conferences from around the world that may be of interest. Conferences Children’s TV in the Arab World, University of Westminster, London, England, June 4, 2010. European Distance and e-learning Network- Media Inspiration for Learning, Valencia, Spain,June… Read more »
Someday Melissa: Making a Movie, Changing Lives
When Judy Avrin lost her teen daughter, Melissa, to an eating disorder last year, she chose to use the power of media to tell her daughter’s story to the world.
Earth Day: Saving energy, recycling electronics, and environmental media for kids
In honor of Earth Day, we’ve put together a list of ways to encourage kids to explore the natural world, and we’re “recycling” last year’s fantastic resources for you: How can you use media to educate kids about the environment? How can you save energy with the media you use? How can you recycle those… Read more »
Research Toolbox: Children and Nature Resources- Earth Day 2010
Take the kids outside! Nature is good for them! In order to develop an appreciation and love for the environment, children need to explore and learn about nature. Furthermore, studies have shown that contact with nature is essential for children’s health and development. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that children need free, unstructured… Read more »
Research Toolbox: Upcoming Conferences
Save the dates! To help you keep track of relevant conferences and events, here is a list of upcoming conferences from around the world that may be of interest. Conferences Youth, New Media and Social Change, May 8, University of Northampton, UK. Games For Health Conference 2010, May 25-27, Boston, MA. United Nations Alliance of… Read more »
Research Toolbox: Text Messaging Tools
According to Nielsen, American teenagers are sending over 3,000 text messages a month and Short Message Service (SMS) texting has developed as a language suited to the need of sending short, quick messages. Here are a few tools to help you understand this new language and its abbreviations: AIM Dictionary This website offers a short… Read more »
CMCH and UNICEF Celebrate The International Children’s Day of Broadcasting 2010
Celebrate the International Children's Day of Broadcasting 2010! The Center on Media and Child Health celebrates the International Children's Day of Broadcasting by joining other efforts around the world to ensure that children's needs and rights are addressed and protected via use of media. CMCH thrives to improve the understanding of how media affect children’s… Read more »
