Meta to Change Platform for Teens, Pay $17.1 Billion
The social media giant behind Facebook agreed to make major changes to its products over claims its platforms put children at risk.
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Lesson plan: Balancing fact & opinion in journalism
Based on 2 of our recent stories, teachers can build lesson plans that help student journalists improve their craft.
Ind. teacher resigns after post about Charlie Kirk
A personal post has crossed into public controversy, sparking debate over free speech in public schools following a teacher's resignation.
Pretty privilege powers teenfluencers. At what cost?
A new wave of research shows that beauty sells on social media, but it leaves teenfluencers and their peers paying the price.
Educators disciplined for posts about Kirk’s death
From Florida to Iowa, schools are moving fast against teachers whose posts spark outrage. But at what cost?
Research on media glorification and teen behavior
Teen drinking and drug use are down, but the media can make them look more common than ever. How can we mitigate the effects?
Reporters call out social media’s “performative men”
From matcha lattes to Clairo playlists, high school reporters say authenticity is being lost as boys perform identities to win approval.
Stickers that heal reveal a smart rebrand of acne care
Decades-old wound care science meets TikTok culture! Starface makes acne treatment visible, social, and less embarrassing for teens.
Haul videos feed a throwaway culture
A viral trend today, landfill waste tomorrow. This student calls for mindful consumption and sustainable influence in the social media age.
Media literacy can promote healthy relationships
Beyond filters and hashtags: teaching teens to see through romantic illusions online and embrace genuine, healthy relationship values.