Digital Literacy and Well-Being for K-8: New Lessons from Common Sense Media

Presented by Eisha Buch, Former Educator, Current Head of Teaching and Learning, Common Sense Media; and Erikk Henderson-Hood, Education Content Manager, Common Sense Media
Moderated by Jennifer Ehehalt, Sr. Regional Manager, Midwest, Common Sense Education

Sponsored by Common Sense Education

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With AI tools in kids’ pockets, deepfakes in their feeds, and new platforms emerging monthly, yesterday’s digital citizenship lessons aren’t enough to prepare them for tomorrow’s challenges. Join Eisha Buch, former educator and current Head of Teaching and Learning at Common Sense Media, as she unveils Common Sense Media’s NEW Digital Literacy & Well-Being Curriculum—designed specifically for the realities that students face today.

Whether you’re new to digital literacy education or have been using Common Sense’s previous curriculum, this edWebinar shows you how to help students not just consume digital content safely, but also think critically, create responsibly, and maintain their well-being in an increasingly complex online world. Viewers leave with:

• An in-depth understanding of the updated curriculum and new lessons that cover everything from healthy habits to online harms, the impact of AI, combating misinformation, managing digital overwhelm, understanding algorithmic influence, and building positive and nurturing relationships, online and off
• Seamless transition strategies for educators already using Common Sense materials
• Practical classroom implementation tips that work with your existing schedule

As you prepare for the new school year, we’ve got you covered with research-backed resources, ready-to-use lessons, and the support you need to tackle these essential topics from day one. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-8 teachers, librarians, and school leaders.

About the Presenters

Eisha Buch has over 15 years of experience in K-12 education. As Head of Teaching and Learning, she is the lead architect of Common Sense Media’s new Digital Literacy & Well-Being Curriculum. Her work focuses on supporting young people’s relationships to and through technology, helping them think critically about both the opportunities and challenges it presents. Eisha’s expertise lies in building successful research-based programs and curricula that promote media literacy, well-being, and civic engagement for school-based communities. As an educator, parent, and first-hand user of tech-ish things, she couldn’t be more committed to helping young people thrive in our tech-filled (and AI-fueled) world.

Erikk Henderson-Hood is an Education Content Manager at Common Sense Media, where he writes lessons, develops videos, and collaborates with colleagues, teachers, and students to craft an engaging curriculum. Drawing on nearly ten years of classroom teaching at the middle school, high school, and college levels, Erikk is passionate about digital literacy and opportunities to encourage students—and even his own kids—to learn through social games and activities that promote healthy habits both online and offline.

About the Moderator

As Senior Regional Manager, Jennifer Ehehalt designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights thought leaders by creating and moderating conversations on timely topics relevant to digital teaching and learning. When attending Jennifer’s edWeb sessions, participants know they will leave with concrete strategies from the field, including how to build a positive school culture, use straightforward templates to guide challenging conversations, and implement family engagement ideas.

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