Teaching+Internet+Safety

Internet Safety

The internet is an essential and valuable tool for 21st Century teaching. However, it is important that we infuse our internet based lessons with lessons on how to be safe and smart online.

Some general rules for posting student work on the internet:
 * 1) Never post student first and last names.
 * 2) Only post student work where the student cannot be identified.
 * 3) Only post pictures of students for which we have a photo/video release.
 * 4) Never post any names with pictures of students.

Four Areas of Internet Safety have anti-virus and anti-malware software installed don't open emails from peopel you don't know dont' open attachments w/o knowing their contents
 * Viruses/Malware**

never use first and last names on never use SS#, birthdate never publish personal info never share passwords make your passwords secure Social networking privacy setting
 * Online Privacy**

no pictures of yourself never talk to anyone you don't know w/o adult permission if you post videos don't post your face or name if someone tries to contact you, tell an adult you trust
 * Safety and Security Risks**

don't say anything online you wouldn't say in person when it's appropriate to use it How are you presenting yourself online? DIGITAL FOOTPRINT - what is there stays there forever Thinking before you hit send on an email - proofread
 * Cyber citizenship**

Internet Safety Lessons/Resources
 * @http://www.netsmartzkids.org/indexFL.htm - most students have experienced lessons from here in computer class
 * @http://cybersmartcurriculum.org/
 * Keeping Kids Safe Online - PDF from the Archdiocese with tips on keeping kids safe online
 * Webonauts - Safety program from PBS Kids
 * Safe Surfing - safety page with sections for kids and adults from 4kids.org
 * iKeepSafe for Educators - offers resources and lessons for teaching safety