Welcome to the SMACtalk For Educators podcast! This is part of the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education's SMACtalk initiative. A monthly podcast featuring interviews with prominent educators working with education and technology, SMACtalk for Educators has a different theme for every episode centered around promoting online safety and security for educators. In this episode, Cassandra and the SMACtalk for Educators podcast team discuss our plans for "Season 2" of the podcast. We also share our thoughts on some of the topics we will be talking about in upcoming episodes. SMACtalk: <a href="https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/research-and-technology/smactalk" rel="noopener">https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/research-and-technology/smactalk</a> Transcript: <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_3cdoJEdI0l6sWCoPG852S7rDtwOA6px/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104750952408493783016&rtpof=true&sd=true" rel="noopener">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_3cdoJEdI0l6sWCoPG852S7rDtwOA6px/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104750952408493783016&rtpof=true&sd=true</a> Produced by Donnie Lee Music: <a href="https://www.purple-planet.com" rel="noopener">https://www.purple-planet.com</a> More information: <a href="https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/communications/dese-podcasts" rel="noopener">https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/communications/dese-podcasts</a>

Kirsten Wilson - Digital Learning Unit

SMACtalk for Teachers is designed to aid teachers in the practice and promotion of online safety and security. This webpage features our SMACtalk for Teachers Podcast and other useful links. Our podcast will feature an interview with a new special guest every month for each SMACtalk theme.Student learning is a shared responsibility between schools and parents. Technology is transforming how and where students learn. The classroom has been extended to any location with an internet connection. As students spend more time learning and socializing online, we all need to work together to ensure our students stay healthy and safe. The Social Media Awareness Campaign (SMACtalk) was formed in response to this need. The purpose of SMACtalk is to bring awareness, provide resources, and increase communication for teachers, parents, and students.August: Self-Assess Readiness & Introduction to SMACtalkSeptember: Online Etiquette (e.g., cyberbullying, upstanding)October: Developing Healthy Virtual RelationshipsNovember: Vetting InformationDecember: Privacy Protection (e.g., personal privacy, privacy of others)January: Establishing an Online Presence (e.g., employment, college recruitment, Digital Billboard)February: Online Dangers (e.g., online predators, sexting)March: Unplugging (e.g., setting limits)April: Summer SMAC (e.g., staying connected, virtual learning opportunities, mental wellness)SMACtalk:http://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/divisions/research-and-technology/privacy-security/smactalkTranscripts:  https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/research-and-technology/transcriptsProduced by Donnie LeeMusic: https://www.purple-planet.comMore information:  https://dese.ade.arkansas.gov/Offices/communications/dese-podcasts