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Cyber Contacts for pupils
- 2. In the news… Source: http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/meeting-strangers-after-web-chats-kids-need-guidance Meeting Cyber Contacts Source: http://www.tnp.sg/news/singapore-news/young-vulnerable-and-online Students who met up with cyber contacts in real life had unpleasant experiences. They trusted the cyber contacts and thought it was safe to meet up.
- 3. How can I protect myself? Tips to stay SAFE 1. Ignore messages or friend requests from strangers. 2. Do not send personal information to strangers online. 3. Be careful and check information provided by cyber contacts.
- 4. How can I protect myself? Tips to stay SAFE 4. Do not meet up with anyone you do not know in real life. 5. Block the cyber contact if any chat makes you feel uncomfortable and inform a trusted adult.
Editor's Notes
- Dear Students, The school holidays are just around the corner. During the break, many of you may be increasing your use of the Internet for learning or for leisure. As responsible digital learners, it is important to practise the three Cyber Wellness principles. They are: 1. Respect self and others 2. Be safe and responsible 3. Be a positive peer influence.
- Do you know that some children have encountered unpleasant experiences when meeting with cyber contacts? These strangers use different ways to trick you and to gain your trust. For example, they may pretend to be someone from school or your friend’s friend. They spend a lot of time chatting online with you to gain your trust. Be aware that there are strangers online who may want to harm you.
- Here are some tips to protect yourself: - Ignore messages or friend requests from strangers. - Do not send personal information to strangers online. - Be careful and check information provided by cyber contacts.
- - Do not meet up with anyone you do not know in real life. - Block the cyber contact if any chat makes you feel uncomfortable and inform a trusted adult. We wish you a good school holiday.