TAGGED! Is an 18 min video that explores what happens to a group of friends when a rumour is posted online, and the chain reaction of events that effects them all forever. This can be used in an educational format to show students the effects of using the internet and technology in a safe and socially acceptable manner. It also can explore the reasons why you need to be personally responsible for your own ICT actions. It is available on the Australian Government office of the Children's e'safety commission website https://esafety.gov.au/education-resources/classroom-resources/tagged. This is a free video that can be downloaded for the use not only in schools, but parents can also show this to teenagers.
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Additional to digital security of person/s , is the public privacy required when dealing with technology. As carful as students may be with their own use , they need protection from outside sources such as hackers who can steal personal information including , although not limited to banking details, address or emails . It is important that students understand , and are aware of the risks involved in not protecting their privacy. Schools who partake in the BYOD program (bring your own devise), will often insist on students having a specific protection program installed before connecting to the school network. there are multiple on the market , with free trial on offer they can range from $89.99 - over $200 depending on the coverage required.
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Common Sense is a independent non-profit organization dedicated to empowering kids to thrive in a world of media and technology. It is a website that offers resources for teachers to add to an already devised safety and awareness program. It is a free website that allows students to play games , teachers to access resources and partake in professional development opportunities. It can accessed on both mobile and computer devices. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ed
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This is a school website ,all schools these days would have one. its is an ideal place for students to go and read about the protocols of the use of technology within the school. just as this one does , they may often have hyperlinks that can redirect you to additional information regarding internet security, socially acceptable digital
behaviour within the school and so. These websites are free to access, and can be accessed by both students and parents. This particular website is accessible on all devices http://www.cccglenmorepark.catholic.edu. au/digital-citizenship |