• Bluesky: A New Kind of Social Media

    December 2, 2024 /
    "Graphic with a comparison between two social media platforms: an 'X' logo transitioning to a blue butterfly icon, symbolizing a shift to BlueSky. The text reads, 'BlueSky: A Different Kind of Social Media,' followed by the website URL 'edgenie.org' in bold lettering. The design features a split yellow and blue background."

    BlueSky brings back the authentic connections educators once cherished on social media. With its decentralized platform, free of algorithmic manipulation, it fosters collaboration, professional growth, and meaningful conversations. Don’t miss TLSkyChat, launching December 4th, to join the conversation!

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  • Booktalking: Crowdsourcing Your Reading

    July 9, 2024 /

    Discover the power of peer recommendations with "Crowdsourcing Your Reading," a pandemic-inspired booktalk activity. Using Goodreads and collaborative tools, students share their favorite books, creating a vibrant reading community. This engaging method not only introduces teens to valuable reading resources but also fosters a love for literature through authentic peer endorsements.

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