https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/social-media Social Media en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:48:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/rfk-jr-calls-for-children-to-have-less-screen-time-and-more-real-life/2026/09 Speakers at an event hosted by the Department of Health and Human Services discuss the harms of student screen time, and possible solutions. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:48:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/rfk-jr-calls-for-children-to-have-less-screen-time-and-more-real-life/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/billions-will-flow-to-states-through-meta-settlement-will-schools-benefit/2026/08 Schools could share in the payout. Meta's design feature changes could also help, experts say. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:13:24 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/billions-will-flow-to-states-through-meta-settlement-will-schools-benefit/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/can-social-media-influencers-hook-teens-on-the-skilled-trades/2026/08 Skilled trades jobs are in demand. Young skilled trades pros/influencers pique teens' interest. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:04:03 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/can-social-media-influencers-hook-teens-on-the-skilled-trades/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-growing-up-in-a-digital-world-affects-kids-academic-and-social-skills/2026/08 Psychologists weigh the benefits and drawbacks of adolescents' tech use. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:56:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-growing-up-in-a-digital-world-affects-kids-academic-and-social-skills/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/digital-literacy-isnt-a-one-off-lesson-how-teachers-can-build-students-skills/2026/06 The ability to navigate the torrent requires social-emotional skill, not just fact-checking, a researcher says. Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:57:10 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/digital-literacy-isnt-a-one-off-lesson-how-teachers-can-build-students-skills/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-parents-see-students-social-media-habits-why-it-matters-for-educators/2026/06 The Pew Research Center shows parents have increasing concern over their teens' social media usage. Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:23:18 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-parents-see-students-social-media-habits-why-it-matters-for-educators/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teens-are-skeptical-of-the-news-does-that-offer-learning-opportunities-for-schools/2026/05 Many young people get their news from social media, a habit that has downstream implications. Thu, 14 May 2026 21:06:33 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teens-are-skeptical-of-the-news-does-that-offer-learning-opportunities-for-schools/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-sel-can-do-to-help-kids-manage-their-online-lives/2026/04 It's important to show students how social media can be helpful and harmful. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:44:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-sel-can-do-to-help-kids-manage-their-online-lives/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/can-student-influencers-help-this-district-rebuild-enrollment/2026/04 A district hopes that student influencers can bring a more authentic voice to its marketing push. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:21:07 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/can-student-influencers-help-this-district-rebuild-enrollment/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-a-school-photo-ceo-dealt-with-a-jeffrey-epstein-conspiracy-theory/2026/04 Lifetouch's CEO discusses the company's response to social media rumors alleging ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:04:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-a-school-photo-ceo-dealt-with-a-jeffrey-epstein-conspiracy-theory/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/schools-play-game-of-media-literacy-catch-up-as-ai-use-rises/2026/04 Students are now seeing more AI-generated social media content that is problematic. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/schools-play-game-of-media-literacy-catch-up-as-ai-use-rises/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-were-finally-holding-tech-accountable-for-harming-teens-what-happens-next/2026/04 For young people, mitigating the risks of social media isn’t as simple as just logging off. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:24:28 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-were-finally-holding-tech-accountable-for-harming-teens-what-happens-next/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/epstein-and-school-photos-how-a-social-media-controversy-pulled-in-k-12-districts/2026/03 Districts have had to respond to a social-media fueled controversy about the sex offender and financier. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:05:32 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/epstein-and-school-photos-how-a-social-media-controversy-pulled-in-k-12-districts/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/these-school-leaders-dont-want-a-statewide-cellphone-ban-heres-why/2026/02 As lawmakers consider a student cellphone ban, leaders of one district want to set their own policy. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:32:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/these-school-leaders-dont-want-a-statewide-cellphone-ban-heres-why/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-kim-kardashian-says-the-moon-landing-was-fake-theres-a-lesson-here-for-schools/2026/02 Teachers can use popular conspiracies to help students scrutinize what they see online. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:56:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-kim-kardashian-says-the-moon-landing-was-fake-theres-a-lesson-here-for-schools/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/not-meant-for-children-adults-favor-age-restrictions-on-social-media-ai/2026/02 A new Common Sense Media report reveals that adults want more protection for their data and the privacy of children. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:41:03 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/not-meant-for-children-adults-favor-age-restrictions-on-social-media-ai/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/grok-chatbot-is-bad-for-kids-review-finds/2026/01 The chatbot on X suggests risky behavior, and is unsafe for teens, Common Sense Media says. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/grok-chatbot-is-bad-for-kids-review-finds/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/five-snow-day-announcements-that-broke-the-internet-almost/2026/01 Superintendents rapped, danced, and cheered for the home team's playoff success as they announced snow days. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:54:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/five-snow-day-announcements-that-broke-the-internet-almost/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/scroll-with-caution-another-state-requires-social-media-warning-labels/2026/01 Backers of New York's law, including Gov. Kathy Hochul, have likened tech's addictiveness to tobacco. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:30:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/scroll-with-caution-another-state-requires-social-media-warning-labels/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-schools-can-help-students-moderate-their-social-media-use-downloadable/2025/12 Hundreds of districts have sued major social media companies over the youth mental health crisis. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:10:17 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-schools-can-help-students-moderate-their-social-media-use-downloadable/2025/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/court-rejects-discipline-of-student-whose-post-mocked-george-floyds-death/2025/10 An appeals court ruled that a student's off-campus social media post is constitutionally protected. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 20:03:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/court-rejects-discipline-of-student-whose-post-mocked-george-floyds-death/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-a-middle-school-teacher-became-a-viral-sensation/2025/10 A science educator explains how he balances being an influencer with his classroom practice. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-how-a-middle-school-teacher-became-a-viral-sensation/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/kids-social-media-use-linked-to-lower-reading-and-memory-scores-study-suggests/2025/10 While the differences in scores are subtle, researchers say it could add up in the long term. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 18:46:07 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/kids-social-media-use-linked-to-lower-reading-and-memory-scores-study-suggests/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-all-that-masculinity-content-online-really-makes-boys-feel/2025/10 Nearly every boy in a new survey says they've seen content online about body image or appearance. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 17:30:24 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-all-that-masculinity-content-online-really-makes-boys-feel/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/online-messages-about-masculinity-hurt-boys-self-esteem-how-educators-can-help/2025/10 Boys online frequently see messages about making money, building muscle, and fighting or using weapons. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/online-messages-about-masculinity-hurt-boys-self-esteem-how-educators-can-help/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/free-speech-lines-blur-for-teachers-in-wake-of-charlie-kirks-killing/2025/09 Fallout from teacher reactions to the activist's death led some state officials to threaten to revoke educators' licenses. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 22:07:09 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/free-speech-lines-blur-for-teachers-in-wake-of-charlie-kirks-killing/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-educators-are-being-fired-for-posting-about-charlie-kirk-is-that-a-problem/2025/09 Many schools lack a shared understanding of how free speech and professional ethics intersect on social media. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:41:17 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-educators-are-being-fired-for-posting-about-charlie-kirk-is-that-a-problem/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-teachers-can-talk-to-students-about-charlie-kirks-assassination/2025/09 Avoiding discussion of difficult topics in school is a missed learning opportunity. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 22:51:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/how-teachers-can-talk-to-students-about-charlie-kirks-assassination/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teachers-across-the-u-s-get-suspended-or-fired-over-posts-linked-to-charlie-kirk/2025/09 Teachers face discipline for social media posts following the conservative speaker's assassination. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 22:00:46 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teachers-across-the-u-s-get-suspended-or-fired-over-posts-linked-to-charlie-kirk/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/teens-are-the-loneliest-people-in-the-world-a-new-report-finds-why/2025/08 Rates of loneliness are higher among teens, the World Health Organization found. Is social media to blame? Tue, 05 Aug 2025 20:40:59 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/teens-are-the-loneliest-people-in-the-world-a-new-report-finds-why/2025/08