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Parenting in a Digital World: A Course for Parents

In response to requests from parents for resources to assist them in parenting in today's day and age, we have created an online course titled, "Parenting in a Digital World." 



This course contains links to resources from a variety of Websites, which hopefully will provide parents options based on their parenting style and their families needs. We have also added a section on managing devices in the home, which we hope will be beneficial for our eLearning2 parents and guardians.
Attempts have been made to find resources for parents of primary, intermediate, middle and high school age students. Parents and guardians should not feel obligated to look at every resource, but can pick ones that look appealing.
At the end of each unit, there is a reflection opportunity, to write down key concepts to remember, and questions to spark dialog with your child. 

To access the course, go to http://tinyurl.com/epsparent or use the QR code.

Then click Log in as guest.

I would appreciate your feedback in how we can make the course better. Take a look, and give us your in the course evaluation at the bottom of the page.



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