Internet+Safety+at+School



//How should the districts handle Internet safety education?// //Should it be a stand-alone curriculum or part of the current curriculum?// //Taught by content area teachers or specialists?// //Brittany & Rich's Wiki Page//

**Our Thoughts:**

At first I thought it should be a parent's responsibility but the more and more I think about it I think internet safety should be talked about at school either in a tech class, guidance, or maybe even social studies (depending on the class- psychology maybe??). Students NEED to know about the dangers of the internet anything from giving your information to someone to bullying. I think students don't see the repercussions now. For example we need to bring in real stories to them for them to understand people can get fired from jobs for certain things, you'll always be remembered for inappropriate images, etc. They don't have the same filter as those who did not grow up with technology 24/7.

When considering internet security and education, I agree that schools should take an active approach in preparing students to properly use the internet and social sites. It might be in the best interest of the district to actually have a full-time or half-time teacher that is totally devoted to educating students on the potential dangers of posting, as well as educating students on educational resources that are available to all students within the district. This staff member could also communicate with other stakeholders on educational resources. These stakeholders might include school board members, community leaders, and other administration. By addressing this issue head on, students will learn to be good "digital citizens", and understand how to effectively use educational resources that are available to them. **Here are a few of our websites and videos we found that could be helpful: **
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**TeacherTube: Internet Safety ** media type="custom" key="13258944" align="center"
 * Here is another one that has tips for students. Really anyone can take these tips, especially anyone who gives out their bank account numbers over their email!

**Dealing with Digital Harassment** media type="custom" key="13259426" align="center"
 * A unique website about words and wounds... It is a website for students, but as teachers we can introduce them to other outlets.
 * http://www.athinline.org/