Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media is a nonprofit organization that provides age-based reviews and ratings for various media, offers a Digital Citizenship Curriculum for K-12 educators, and supports Spanish-speaking families through its Latino Program.
Services
Common Sense Media provides age-based reviews and ratings for movies, TV shows, books, apps, games, and podcasts. They also offer various educational resources, including a Digital Citizenship Curriculum for K-12 educators, which includes professional development and interactive workshops. Additionally, Common Sense Media offers Family Tech Planners to help families manage screen time and tech use, available in both English and Spanish.
Privacy Program
Common Sense Media's Privacy Program supports a more secure digital future for kids by evaluating the privacy practices of edtech products. This program helps schools and districts assess the technology used in K-12 classrooms. The aim is to ensure that applications and educational technology products are safe and respect the privacy of children.
Latino Program
Common Sense Media's Latino Program engages with Spanish-speaking families online and offline, creating culturally relevant content. This program blends culture and language to provide valuable resources to Spanish-speaking families, ensuring they have access to trustworthy information and education about media and technology.
Research Program
The Research Program at Common Sense Media provides data-driven insights into families' and educators' experiences with media and technology. This includes original research reports on the impact of media and tech use on kids' development. By offering independent data, the program aims to inform and guide parents, educators, and policymakers on creating a healthier media environment for children.
Digital Citizenship Curriculum
Common Sense Media offers a Digital Citizenship Curriculum designed to prepare students to make smart choices online and in life. This curriculum includes professional development, interactive workshops, self-paced training for educators, and support with training and recognition. The goal is to equip K-12 educators with the tools they need to teach digital literacy and citizenship effectively.