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In this episode of the SmartSocial.com Podcast, Josh Ochs interviews Fred Van Ranken, Superintendent of Newton Public Schools in Kansas, to discuss strategies for keeping students safe online. They emphasize the importance of teaching kids how to think critically rather than relying solely on policies and regulations. The episode addresses various challenges in the digital age, including the rapid evolution of technology, cyberbullying, and misuse of AI in classrooms. They also provide advice for parents on how to monitor and engage with their children's online activities, highlighting the need for community involvement and real-life connections over virtual ones.

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