Keeping students educated about Internet safety and Cyber Bullying is such an important piece of our job! What students don't know WILL hurt them! Making a lesson plan about these topics have really opened my eyes to the lack of awareness some students have. How are they expected to know the potential dangers of the Internet if no one every tells them? It is so easy for a student to get caught up in a situation where he/she wants to share personal information on the Internet just because everyone else is doing it. What many students do not understand is that what ever they post on the Internet can be viewed by anyone in the world! It is our responsibility as educators to make them aware of this, and the potential dangers that can be caused because of one wrong move. Also, many students may think it is "cool" to Cyber Bully another student by saying mean things, spreading rumors, or posting an inappropriate picture. Students need to understand that this is a serious offense that can turn into a potentially dangerous situation. The websites that Dr. S posted for us to view are wonderful resources for teachers to use in the classroom. Many of the websites are interactive games that include questions about Internet safety for students to complete. The more we talk to our students about the dangers of the Internet, the better their web experiences will be! Our children should not be afraid to explore the web, that is why we must keep them informed! Below are some of the sites:
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