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The document outlines a digital parenting initiative aimed at educating parents on internet safety for their children, emphasizing the importance of understanding online activities and potential risks such as cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and sexual predators. It offers strategies for keeping children safe online, including using parental controls, engaging in discussions about internet usage, and maintaining open communication. Additionally, it invites organizations to participate in free seminars focused on enhancing digital parenting skills.
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- 1. Bringing Up TheWeb & Mobile Generation INTERNET SAFETY PROJEC
- 2. CONTACT US FOR AFREE SEMINAR ON DIGITAL PARENTING SEMINARS WITH YOUR ORGANISATION +233 0244036522 info@ramsysgh.com www.ramsysgh.com
- 3. LET TALK ABOUTRAMSYS
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- 5. The world ischanging….. …..and the change is exponential
- 6. Robots are stealingthe JOBS • 2/3 of the job want to do in the future will not exist in the next 20years • 2/3 of the problems you will be solving have not been created
- 7. The race againstmachines –robots
- 8. The race againstmachines –robots
- 9. Goals for Today •To understand what our children are doing online • To keep our children safe when they’re online • To teach our children to make smart choices when they’re online • To start a discussion about Internet safety that we
- 10. • Mobile devices, includingcell phones • Laptops and personal computers • Video game HOW CHILDREN GET ONLINE
- 11. WE ARE FIRST-GENERATION INTERNETPARENTS Our children are the first generation to be born and raised with the Internet as part of their everyday lives. Our children know more about the Internet than we do!
- 12. WHAT CHILDREN DO ONLINE •Visit virtual worlds • Play multiuser games • Text or instant message one another • Post profiles and interact with others on social networking sites • View and post videos • Download music, movies, and more • Create and upload art • Do research
- 13. • Popular virtualworlds: – Poptropica – Club Penguin – Whyville • Some are better than others • Visit and play yourself • Use parental controls to restrict sites VIRTUAL WORLDS
- 14. SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES • Popularsocial networking sites: – Facebook – MySpace – Twitter – Formspring • Users create “profiles.” • Communicate with friends. • Find people with similar interests.
- 15. TEXTING AND INSTANT MESSAGING •These allow children to “talk” with friends at any time on the computer or a cell phone. • Texting and instant messaging has replaced email as a preferred method of communication.
- 16. VIDEO-SHARING SITES • Popularvideo-sharing sites: – YouTube – Vimeo • Users view and post videos. • Post and read comments about the video content.
- 17. Online Games • Consoleslike Xbox Live are increasingly connected to the Internet, allowing kids to play against friends and strangers. • Many allow players to talk in real time using headsets and microphones. • Kids may be exposed to “trash talk” or worse.
- 18. ONLINE CONCERNS • Cyberbullying •Disturbing content • Viruses and spyware • Sexual predators
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- 21. •Posting or forwardinga private text or embarrassing image to others •Tricking someone into revealing embarrassing information and forwarding it to others •Spreading malicious rumors CYBERBULLYING
- 22. PROTECTING AGAINST CYBERBULLYING • Neverrespond to unkind remarks. • Don’t participate in cyberbullying. • Block the cyberbully. • Tell a trusted adult. • Save the posts. • Notify law enforcement, if appropriate. • Notify your child’s school, if appropriate.
- 23. Inappropriate Content • There are“bad” parts of the Internet, just as there are “bad” parts of town. • Shield your child with: » parental control software » child-friendly search engines » bookmarks to favorite sites • Teach your child what to do if he accidentally views disturbing content.
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- 25. Your computer maybecome infected with viruses and spyware through: –downloads –emails –peer-to-peer networking –infected websites MALICIOUS FILES
- 26. SEXUAL PREDATORS •Masquerade as other childrenor kindly adults •Trick children into revealing personal information •Lure children and teenagers into meeting them in person
- 27. Keep Personal Information Private • Neverreveal: »Name »Address »Phone number »School name • Don’t post or send photographs of yourself. • Choose a nondescript screen name.
- 28. Learn How ToUse Privacy Settings • Become familiar with the websites your child visits. • Read privacy policies. • Settings should be “private.”
- 29. If a Stranger ContactsYour Child •Make sure your child knows: »Don’t respond »Contact an adult right away »Block the offender •Notify your internet service provider, if
- 30. Basic Ways To KeepYour Child Safe• Sign an “Internet Safety Contract.” • Keep the computer in a public area of your home. • Set a time limit for computer use. • Become familiar with the sites your child visits. • Know your child’s online “friends.” • Know your child’s passwords. • Keep your security software up to date.
- 31. Basic Internet Rules for Children•Never give out identifying information. • Never write or post anything you wouldn’t be comfortable with the whole world seeing. • Treat others online as you would treat them in person. • Never share your password. • Never open an email or click on a link from someone you don’t know. • Never download or click on anything without checking with me or another
- 32. 7 Steps To GoodDigital Parenting
- 33. • Stay Calm •Talk Early And Often • Be Open And Direct 1. Talk With Your Kids
- 34. 2. Educate Yourse •Search online for anything you don’t understand • Try out the apps, games, and sites yourself • Explore the GDP tips and resources
- 35. 3) USE PARENTALCONTROLS • Activate the safety settings in your operating system, search engine, and games • Use the parental controls on your children’s phones, tablets, and game consoles • Monitor your kids’ use and their screen time
- 36. • Agree andsign a family safety contract • Set time and place limits for their tech use • Enforce sanctions when necessary 4) Set Ground Rules And Apply Sanctions
- 37. • Friend yourkids on social media • Respect their online space and don’t over do it • Encourage your kids to create a good digital reputation 5) Friend And Follow But Don’t Stalk
- 38. • Go onlinewith your kids and explore their online world • Take advantage of new ways of communicating • Learn from them and have fun 6) Explore, Share, And Celeb
- 39. • Curb yourown bad digital habits • Know when to unplug • Show your kids how to collaborate and create online 7) Be A Good Digital Role Model
- 40. Learn How ToUse Privacy Settings • Become familiar with the websites your child visits. • Read privacy policies. • Settings should be “private.”
- 41. CONTACT US FOR AFREE SEMINAR ON DIGITAL PARENTING SEMINARS WITH YOUR ORGANISATION +233 0244036522 info@ramsysgh.com www.ramsysgh.com
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