Social media is shaping the well-being of today’s students—are they equipped to navigate it safely and recognize the early warning signs of risky behavior?
Developed in collaboration with Dr. Miranda Virone (OTD, MS, OTR/L-CT), our Media Use Risk & Behavior Screener is a powerful, research-backed tool designed to tackle these challenges head-on, improving media habits and digital safety.
Discover how this innovative solution empowers students (grades 6 – 12) to take control of their online lives.
Why MURBS-SB Matters
While cell phone bans limit distractions, they don’t address the root causes of student’s well-being and media habits. MURBS-SB goes beyond by fostering informed and healthier digital practices both in and out of school.
MURBS goes beyond screening, integrating media literacy education to help students make informed choices, and foster healthier relationships with technology. Equip your students with the skills they need for the digital age!
Building Social Media Literacy
It’s not just about identifying risks—it’s about teaching students to navigate the digital world responsibly.
Social media literacy is a critical skill in today’s connected world, empowering students to understand the impact of their online presence.
With MURBS,
students receive personalized media use scores
helping to foster more informed and healthier digital practices in and out of school.
A Standalone Solution
This tool operates independently, with no extra work for schools or teachers. Students receive real-time feedback on the healthiness of their media use, empowering them to make healthier digital choices.
Evaluate and Measure your Impact
Understand your students as they are now, where they’ve been and where they’re headed with their social media usage. Support program evaluation and grant application with Tickit powered analytics.
- Multiple Data-Export Options
- Drill Down Capabilities
- Advanced Filter/Sorting
Identifies hidden risks tied to media use
Provides real-time, empathy-driven feedback
Customizable for each school’s needs
Grounded in the latest adolescent research
The Vision Behind MURBS: Meet Dr. Miranda Virone
MURBS was co-developed by Dr. Miranda Virone, an occupational therapist with over 23 years of clinical experience. With a deep understanding of youth well-being and the effects of social media, Dr. Virone created MURBS to address the unique risks associated with digital media. Her work is inspired by renowned experts like Dr. Jean Twenge and Dr. Jonathan Haidt.
More about Miranda
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