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Introduction

Keeping Safe Online

NetSafe

As the people of the world are becoming increasingly connected, the nature, use, ownership, and purpose of knowledge are changing in profound ways. Our goal as educators is to leverage these connections and changes as powerful means to improve teaching and learning in our schools. (Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach, Keynote address)
Keeping ourselves and our students safe online is a growing issue with the increasing use of Web 2.0 technologies, communities, and environments. As educators, we should not stop using these tools, but:
  • be alert, vigilant, and aware of the issues
  • disseminate cybersafety education to our students and parents
  • implement strategies to lower the risks.
We are fortunate in New Zealand to have NetSafe, the Internet Safety Group, which actively supports schools, students, and educators in their role to keep our students safe online. The workshop presentation from NetSafe includes six videos, supported by links to the variety of services and resources that NetSafe provides.

We invite and encourage you to ask questions or share experience in the keeping safe online workshop forum.
Presentation one - NetSafe

Keeping Safe Online

Description
NetSafe is an independent, not-for-profit organisation, which promotes the safe and responsible use of information and communication technologies. It provides cybersafety education for all New Zealanders - children, parents, schools, community organisations and businesses. NetSafe provides the website for the Internet Safety Group of New Zealand (ISG), which has been designated the Ministry of Education's 'agent of choice' for cybersafety education in New Zealand. NetSafe have created six video for this presentation, along with links to support material and services available to New Zealand schools.

Presentation
NetSafe Time4 Online Video Presentation
Please note: Each area of the above NetSafe webpage contains a video clip. The Cybersafety in Teaching Practice page/video is coming soon.

Support Material
  • 2007 NetSafe Kit for Schools: The 2007 Netsafe Kit for Schools streamlines the process of establishing and maintaining a cybersafe school community and includes new up-to-date, user-friendly use agreements and policy templates.
  • NetSafe's Training Modules for Schools: Training for teachers, senior management, board members and other school personnel can be delivered in your area. Contact training@netsafe.org.nz for more information.
  • Pamphlets and Posters: NetSafe has a range of pamphlets and posters, most of which can be ordered free of charge (postage may apply).
  • Cybersafety Research: NetSafe conducts cybersafety research into how people and organisations are using technology, and how we manage the inherent risks.
  • Hector’s World TM introduces children to the concept of cybersafety using engaging animations and other resources. Free lesson plans are available for teachers to use alongside the animated episodes.
  • The Hector Safety Button TM can be downloaded and installed on Windows based computers (and Apple from June 2007). The animated button covers the screen with a friendly picture and message when clicked. This both hides upsetting content, and encourages children to be responsible and seek help from an adult if something distressing occurs while they are online. The button can be downloaded by searching for ‘Hector Protector’ at www.microsoft.com/downloads.

 		Hector button
Services Available
  • Independent, confidential assistance: Schools may also contact NetSafe using 0508 NETSAFE for independent, confidential assistance when faced with a cybersafety issue.
  • TXT BULLY helpline: NetSafe runs a toll free TXT BULLY helpline for victims of text bullying and cyber-bullying. Schools, parents, and other members of the public are also encouraged to use the helpline when seeking to support a victim of harassment or bullying. The number is 0508 NETSAFE (0508 638723)
  • School Alert Service: This free service provides occasional email alerts when NetSafe becomes aware of new cybersafety issues which may directly impact on schools. Schools can sign up, by sending an email to netsafeschoolalert@netsafe.org.nz.

Contact Details
Richard Beach
newsletter1
NetSafe Education Sector Manager
richardb@netsafe.org.nz
queries@netsafe.org.nz
www.netsafe.org.nz
Phone: 0508 NETSAFE

Also available on NetSafe site
Playing it safe on the Net Online privacy resources: Hector the Dolphin
Cyberbullying and harassment Online grooming and sexual abuse
Internet and text chatrooms Bullying and identity theft on social networking sites
Sexual predators on the Net Keeping safe on social networking sites like Bebo & MySpace

Introduction | Participation | Support material

Participation

Participation can be an effective way of consolidating and clarifying what you have learnt. Many opportunities are given in this online conference for you to network and share your ideas, readings and links with others. (Check the 'Participation' heading in the right-hand menu bar.) Here are activities specifically relating to this workshop topic:

Ask questions and share your ideas
Time4 Online Workshop Forum: Keeping Safe Online
Share your favourites or bookmarks
Use the social bookmarking tool, Del.icio.us, to share with others
http://del.icio.us/time4
Username: time4; Password: ictpd07
Add tags (key words) time4online time4online07
NetSafe cybersafety ictpd_onlineconference

Add to our 'ICT PD Online' Resources area
Readings, Links, and Resources

Blog about our conference
Technorati tag:
HitchHikr tag: time4online time4online07

Introduction | Presentation - NetSafe | Support material
Support material

NetAlert: Australia's Internet Safety Advisory Body website

Web Wise Kids: This site is an Internet safety resource center for parents, teachers and children.

Safe Kids: Safekids.com offers tips, suggestions and advice to make the online experience fun for the whole family.

Web Safety for Kids: Children cruising the Internet can use this short safety guide, provided by the Yahooligans website.

WiredSafety: WiredSafety provides help, information and education to Internet and mobile device users of all ages.

Teachers Guide for Teaching Kids about Web-Safety: Learn what Internet Literacy is, why it is important, and how to teach it to your students.

i-Safe America: Computers are becoming a part of every child's life and this site offers online Internet safety programs, as well as safe links for kids to use while browsing the Internet. The site includes great resources for parents and teachers who are looking for innovative and unique ways to educate kids on how to become Internet wise.

A Look at Bullying - This blog was used to engage students in a project which was an integral part of an ESL writing class taught by Sandy Peters at Michigan State University.

Web links in our conference bookmarking area
Use the social bookmarking tool, Del.icio.us, to locate readings, links and resources on conference themes
http://del.icio.us/time4

Files and web links in our 'ICT PD Online' resources area
Readings, Links, and Resources

Introduction | Presentation - NetSafe | Participation