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"Virtual learning became the reality for most students during the COVID-19 pandemic. The debate over virtual learning has many strong arguments on both sides. While one side argues that virtual learning provides a flexible schedule and comfortable home environment for students, the other side argues that students from low-income households and with special needs can fall behind. This book explores several arguments on both sides of the virtual learning debate. Readers are encouraged to think for themselves using facts and their own experience. This timely topic gives readers a chance to exercise the important life skill of critical thinking"--Provided by publisher.

An anthology of essays examining digital rights and privacy, including government restrictions and data collection.

Explains the fundamentals of reference services and provides suggestions, examples, and scenarios to help train prospective school library media specialists.

Presents divergent viewpoints on whether or not the internet should be monitored.

Have you ever dreamed of owning your own computing business? Being an entrepreneur is not just for adults! This book is full of ideas for planning a business--from how to set up your own online shop to creating a winning blog or vlog. Readers will explore key business concepts including marketing, sponsored blog posts, and search engine optimization.

"[The author] shows how the same technologies that have bred negativity can also be mobilized as an exponential force for good, to create chain reactions of generous behavior. Every day, remarkable stories of individual acts of kindness have sparked remarkable ripple effects when shared online, achieving a level of impact never before possible. This book captures some of the most inspiring such stories, revealing their potential to solve problems and make people happier in the process. [The author] offers readers a playbook to fine-tune these actions, to take generosity from invisible to transformative"--Provided by publisher.

Kitten Angel Persian tries to become an online star on KittyTube.

Scammers adopt fake identities and use them to defraud people using texts, emails, social media sites, ecommerce sites, dating apps, and banking apps. Scammers can operate from almost anywhere in the world and in most cases victims have little chance of getting their money back.

Technology is behind almost everything humans do, including traveling, learning, eating, and having fun. The word "technology" refers to various complex systems intended to make people's lives simpler. Readers will learn about many technological advancements made throughout the years as well as the ways technology will likely continue to advance for decades and centuries to come. Intricately drawn illustrations make the content enticing and understandable for readers, and the intriguing fact boxes further explore the STEM content.

Online gaming can be a great way to connect with friends and enjoy some downtime. It can also involve playing video games with strangers. In this book, young readers will learn how to keep themselves safe and protect their privacy from strangers. They'll also learn how to identify those who wish to do harm. The text includes informative fact boxes and full-color photographs to appeal to young readers and boost comprehension. Accessible language and a focus on technology enhances a well-rounded STEM education.