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Social Media Education Could Become Mandatory [POLL/AUDIO]

Dino Flammia — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:22:35 +0000

Every middle school student in New Jersey would be instructed on the responsible use of social media, if a bill advancing through Trenton eventually earns the Governor’s signature. The Assembly Education Committee advanced a measure Monday that adds social media to the technology education curriculum for students in grades six through eight. “There are plenty [...]

Boston Marathon Bombing Hoax Spreads Across Social Media

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:12:05 +0000

Despite the photo circulating on Facebook claiming it was an eight-year-old girl who died in the Boston Marathon bombing, the victim was in fact, a little boy. He is someone’s son, someone’s brother, and someone who just wanted to spend a fun day watching a race. His name is Martin Richard. His 6-year-old sister, who [...]

Are You Part Of An Annoying Couple?

Lou Russo — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:40:06 +0000

Everybody knows a couple that does it. Way too cute on Facebook, constantly attached to each other’s hip and always talking about their own relationship.But the question isn’t if you know a couple like this. The question is… are you that couple? There, of course, is nothing better than finding love and being in love, [...]

Facebook Planning Drastic Changes to Your News Feed – Get a First Look

Matt Ryan — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 02:57:36 +0000

Facebook unveiled an updated look to its News Feed feature today. Facebook announced that new changes would start being rolled out immediately. Users of the desktop website will start seeing changes today. If you use Facebook on your smartphone or tablet, changes will happen over the next few weeks. The new News Feed, said Zuckerberg, will: [...]

Teaching Teachers Their Limits On Facebook [POLL/AUDIO]

Dino Flammia — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:21:29 +0000

School boards in New Jersey and throughout the nation have been dealing with a new problem over the past few years that seems to be getting larger as time goes on – social media. The students, however, aren’t causing all the controversy. Educators have landed themselves in hot water as well. Sites like Facebook and [...]

A Beginner's Guide to Pinterest

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 18:05:43 +0000

Pinterest is the latest social media site to take the web by storm. Need some help navigating the site? Hopefully this will help! Pinterest is like a digital cork board. You ‘pin’ things that interest you onto different boards you create. Pinterest is available on the web, and also through apps for smartphones and tablets. [...]

Are You Worried About Your Social Media Grammar?

Lou Russo — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:50:44 +0000

It seems that with texting and tweeting, nobody is paying attention to spelling or grammar anymore, and that's just fine with many of us. It's not ok with one high school Enlish teacher, according to msn.com. He has created an app that 'creates grammar quizzes for students and keeps track of their progress online'. It's a free app called NoRedInk.

It's Over!: 5 Types of Users to 'Un-friend' on Facebook

Meredith Chambers — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 19:43:57 +0000

Tired of the same old annoying Facebook posts taking over your Newsfeed? Have you ever been so close to completely writing someone off but you instead close your screen? Perhaps it's time to face your Facebook rage and take action against these obnoxious people. Here's a justifiable list of 5 types of Facebook users to [...]