Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snap Chat, Email....In today's world, almost everyone is connected online. This is why Internet Safety is extremely important. Following a few rules online will ensure that you are being Cyber Safe!
1.) Don't post any personal information online- like your address, email address or mobile number.
2.) Think carefully before posting pictures or videos of yourself. Once you've put a picture of yourself online most people can see it and may be able to download it, it's not just yours anymore.
3.) Keep your privacy settings as high as possible.
4.) Never give out your passwords.
5.) Don't befriend people you don't know.
6.) Don't meet up with people you've met online. Speak to your parent or guardian about people suggesting you do.
7.) Remember that not everyone online is who they say they are.
8.) Think carefully about what you say before you post something online.
9.) Respect other people's views, even if you don't agree with someone else's views doesn't mean you need to be rude.
10.) If you see something online that makes you feel uncomfortable, unsafe or worried; leave the website and tell a trusted adult immediately.
You can be safe while using the internet by implementing the five SMART rules:
Cyber Safety for Teens |
Cyber Safety for Kids |
More Helpful Resources:
http://www.kidsmart.org.uk/beingsmart/
http://www.netsmartz.org/internetsafety
http://pbskids.org/webonauts/
http://www.netsmartz.org/internetsafety
http://pbskids.org/webonauts/
References:
Childnet International. (2015). Be SMART on the Internet. Retrieved August 28, 2017, from www.childnet.com/resources/be-smart-on-the-internet
Staying Safe Online. (n.d). Safety net Kids. Retrieved August 28, 2017, from www.safetynetkids.org.uk/personal-safety/staying-safe-online/
[leadinginnovation]. (2011, June 8). Do’s and Don’ts When Using Social Networks. Retrieved from www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqezbib5qpQ&t=53s
[Teen Expert Josh Ship]. (2012, August 23). Internet Safety Tips for Teens. Retrieved from www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cnc4LaevRBw&feature=youtu.be
[BrainPOPUK]. (2016, September 13). BrainPOP UK Online Safety. Retrieved from www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGINGcaYZaA&feature=youtu.be
Staying Safe Online. (n.d). Safety net Kids. Retrieved August 28, 2017, from www.safetynetkids.org.uk/personal-safety/staying-safe-online/
[leadinginnovation]. (2011, June 8). Do’s and Don’ts When Using Social Networks. Retrieved from www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqezbib5qpQ&t=53s
[Teen Expert Josh Ship]. (2012, August 23). Internet Safety Tips for Teens. Retrieved from www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cnc4LaevRBw&feature=youtu.be
[BrainPOPUK]. (2016, September 13). BrainPOP UK Online Safety. Retrieved from www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGINGcaYZaA&feature=youtu.be