We are happy to publish the assessment results for Adina’s Deck online. Substantial and significant improvements were shown from watching Adina’s Deck (in addition to the fact that children enjoy watching it!)

Download the overview of the cyber bullying assessement PDF here.

Please contact us for the full, original data package.

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Thank you for the wonderful review from Jenny Walker at www.CyberBullyingNews.com

Here is an excerpt from her review of our website. You can read the entire article here.

1. The Presentation and Message is On-Target for Young People: The DVDs are obviously very high quality and visually appealing to young people. We can imagine that young people would engage well with this medium and would not “switch off” out of boredom or the feeling that this is adults trying to tell us something and they really don’t get it yawn! Adina’s Deck does appear to “get it” and knows how to draw in young people with a presentation and message that is relevant and meaningful.
2. Peer-to-Peer Teaching: We especially appreciate the peer-to-peer teaching approach of these DVDs. This is not about adults telling youth what to do (which we know does not work well), but about young people (with the help of adults) helping each other to learn (which we know does work well).
3. Levels of Intervention: We like the fact that the DVDs can be used either individually or as a series; by parents, teachers, and/or schools/organizations. We know that the most effective approach to online safety and digital citizenship is to integrate prevention efforts throughout the entire school and curriculum (and involve the larger community) rather than approach it in a more piecemeal, ad hoc manner. While the DVDs can be a stand-alone resource, they also allow for a more holistic, integrated approach. We can imagine that these would be a great kick start to initiate such an approach.
4. Great Resources: Adina’s Deck provides links to some other valuable resources, such as Connect Safely; Critical Issues for Girls (coming soon to their website; in the meantime, check out our blog on Alison Trachtman-Hill); and Shaping Youth.

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If you visit Youtube, you can see additional trailers and also a scene from Episode 1!

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You can now order Adina’s Deck through the Amazon.com store! We are offering 10% off at the store from now through October 4th. You can also email us for the “Amazon discount” and order through our normal store as well.

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Adina’s Deck offers lesson plans on how to use cyber bullying in the classroom. Teachers, you can use the lesson plans with the films. They include activity ideas and cyber bullying programs.

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The California State Standards have recently included a clause stating that schools must promote “safe internet use” particularly in 5th and 6th grades. Adina’s Deck is one way to help your school meet the new standards in health and technology education. If your school is looking for a solution, we are a one stop shop as many of our episodes address different topics!

For more information, visit the CA Content Standards and Framework in health here.

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Happy New Years!!

Wishing everyone a safe, wonderful 2010!

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Adina’s Deck, The Case of the Plagiarized Paper was just nominated for the 2009 Kid’s First Film festival awards, in the category of “Best Independent Short Film” for 9-12 year olds.  To read a list of all of the nominees, click here. The awards will be taking place this fall in New Mexico. We are so honored and grateful to the Coalition for Quality Children’s Media!

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It’s the beginning of the school year and the perfect time to address plagiarism in the classroom. It’s a great time to introduce  The Case of the Plagiarized Paper!
With the twenty-five minute DVD, the perfect length for any time of day, and the facilitator’s guide, it’s easy to integrate into the classroom for a fun-filled, engaging lesson!

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Adina’s Deck has been accepted into the 6th Annual International Children’s Film Festival! The episodes that will be screened are The Case of the Plagiarized Paper and The Case of the Cyber Bully. The films will screen Saturday, Aug. 15, 2009 at the beautiful New Children’s Museum in downtown San Diego. The films will screen in the teen space area of the museum. Stephanie Cameron “Melody” as well as other actors and crew will be attending! For more information check out:  www.sdchildrensfilm.org

In addition, check out Adina’s Deck: The Case of the Online Crush and The Case of the Plagiarized Paper at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum in NY through mid-August! Contact the museum through their website for more information!

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