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Internet Safety
Listen The Internet can be a wonderful resource for kids. They can use it to research school reports, communicate with teachers and other kids, and play interactive games. Kids who are old enough to swipe a screen can have access to the world. But that access can also pose hazards. That's why it's important to be aware of what your kids see and hear on the Internet, who they meet, and what they share about themselves online. As with any safety issue, it's wise to talk with your kids about your concerns, take advantage of resources to protect them, and keep a close eye on their activities. Internet Safety Laws A federal law, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), was created to help protect kids younger than 13 when engaged in online activities. COPPA requires websites to explain their privacy policies on the site and get parental consent before collecting or using a child's personal information, such as a name, address, phone number, or Social Security number. Basic Rules Back
Digital Citizenship
Cyber-Bullying
How Students Benefit From Using Social Media
A lot of criticism has been leveled at social media and the effect it has on the way students process and retain information, as well as how distracting it can be. However, social media offers plenty of opportunities for learning and interactivity, and if you take a moment to think about it, it’s not too hard to see how students benefit from using social media. As younger generations use such technology in the classroom, they remake the educational landscape. Students are experiencing the world through more than just books and assignments; they are learning and adapting to the world using a relatively new form of communication. In a world where connections are important, graduates are coming into the workplace with a lot to offer. But what exactly are they learning? Connections Social media networks are designed for the purpose of communal connections. Web engagement Knowledge Social media users share among themselves day in and day out, giving and receiving information at rapid speeds.
National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence
The 2014 National Day of Action against Bullying and Violence was on Friday 21 March 2014. This annual day provides a focus for all schools to say Bullying. No Way! This year more than 2100 schools, with more than 960,000 students, across Australia participated by running local events, inviting guest speakers and running classroom lessons. The 2014 National Day of Action resources and lesson plans will remain available for schools to use anytime throughout the year. Caroline Buchanan, Australian BMX World Champion, Olympian and Bullying. Loaded: 0% Progress: 0%
Facts about bullying - Under 13 - Take a stand together
Sometimes you might have a fight or argument with someone. If it only happens once, that's not really bullying even though it can be upsetting. Bullying is when someone: keeps picking on you again and again and tries to make you feel bad says or does lots of mean things that upset you makes fun of you a lot tries to stop you from joining in or make others not like you keeps hurting you such as hitting or punching you. Bullying can also happen through a mobile phone or on the internet. Bullying is not fair. You have a right to feel safe. If you don't feel safe, get help right now from your mum, dad, teacher, or an adult who will listen to you! Why does it happen? It's never OK to be mean. When people bully, it might be because: they think it's cool they get angry about something and they take it out on someone else they don't know how to get along with others they think it's funny to hurt people they think other people will laugh too. Regardless of the reason, there's no excuse for bullying.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE BEING BULLIED
