Safer Internet Day 2025 is an opportunity for teachers and parents to come together and learn about the latest online safety issues and how to protect children and teens. This article provides valuable resources and tips to help educators and parents navigate the digital landscape and ensure a safer online environment for children.
Understanding Online Safety Risks:
- Discuss the potential dangers of the internet, such as cyberbullying, online predators, inappropriate content, and privacy concerns.
- Emphasise the importance of teaching children about these risks and how to stay safe online.
Resources for Teachers:
- Common Sense Media: A non-profit organisation that provides comprehensive resources for teachers, including lesson plans, videos, and guides on internet safety and digital citizenship.
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/
- Childnet : A non-profit organization that offers resources for teachers and parents on online safety, including tip sheets, articles, and webinars.
https://www.childnet.com/resources/embedding-online-safety/
- National Online Safety – Wake Up Wednesdays
Cyberbullying Prevention:
- Encourage teachers to create a safe and supportive classroom environment where students feel comfortable reporting instances of cyberbullying.
- Provide students with strategies for dealing with cyberbullying, such as ignoring the bully, blocking them, and reporting the incident to a trusted adult.
Online Privacy and Digital Footprint:
- Educate students about the importance of protecting their personal information online.
- Teach children how to manage their digital footprint and make informed decisions about what they share online.
Parental Involvement:
- Encourage parents to talk to their children about online safety and set clear expectations for internet use.
- Provide parents with resources and tips for monitoring their children’s online activities and helping them make safe choices.
South Tyneside Online Safety Hub
