. . . to foster the use of cable content and technology to expand and enhance learning for children and youth nationwide. Founded in 1989, Cable in the Classroom (CIC) is the national education foundation of the U.S. cable industry. Working in partnership with and on behalf of our cable company partners, CIC advocates for the visionary, sensible and effective use of media in homes, schools, and communities. More >
Ray Lund - A Leader in Learning
Ray Lund’s students operate the nation’s first full-time, student-run TV channel. Learn how his students combine city funds, grants, and donations to operate a 24/7/365 cable station that provides a full complement of news, weather, sports, and general programming.. Read about Ray and other Leaders in Learning.
New Arts Education Tools from Ovation TV
Ovation TV launches a national arts education initiative. Working with Cable in the Classroom and the New York City Department of Education’s Office of Arts and Special Projects, Ovation TV developed arts-related curriculum units and companion programs for educators now available, free, through Ovation TV’s arts education portal.
America The Story of Us, a 12-part series that looks at the people and events that have shaped the course of our history through innovation, industry, and ingenuity, begins April 25 on History™. A complementary educational initiative includes DVDs, a webcast, student video contest, teacher contest and library contest.
Time Warner Cable's Connect a Million Minds introduces youth to opportunities and resources that inspire them to develop the important science, technology, engineering and math skills they need to solve the economic, environmental and community challenges of the future.
PointSmart Report - Best Practice Recommendations for Online Safety
PointSmart.ClickSafe. Report on Online Safety
Cable in the Classroom was part of a coalition of tech companies, child advocacy & parents’ groups, educators, & health researchers that released a new report with best practice recommendations to help keep children safe & smart online.
PointSmart.ClickSafe. - Online Safety & Media Literacy Initiative
Today’s kids know how to use the technology, but do they understand internet safety concerns, cyber ethical dilemmas and how to think critically about the media and technology they use?
PointSmart.ClickSafe., a new cable initiative, helps you teach them how to be smart, safe and savvy in the digital world.