Internet Safety

Internet Safety

Technology is an integral part of our students’ lives. Since it comes naturally to them, the dangers involved with using it are often not taken into consideration.

Internet Safety Information

Technology is an integral part of our students’ lives. Since it comes naturally to them, the dangers involved with using it are often not taken into consideration. This website provides resources to help students use technology safely and responsibly. More information for students, teachers, and parents can be found under the Internet Safety link in the left margin of this page. Safe surfing everyone!

Want to learn more about Cyberbullying and how to prevent it? Carnegie Mellon University has resources you can use with your students. Click here to visit the website. Don’t forget to look at the “Hint Sheets” on the right. They also have a list of “cyber” terminology in their “Cyberpedia“. Scroll down to the Cyberpedia heading to access the list. For example, I learned that “flaming” is when someone intentionally posts mean and insulting comments about someone else. Needless to say, NO FLAMING ALLOWED! You may, however, peruse the website at your leisure. Enjoy!

KidRex

http://www.kidrex.org
A good alternative for internet searching. Google Safe Search still lets some words and phrases through. After typing a few “test” words, this one seems to block that. Inappropriate searches get a screen that says, “Oops, try again.” If you click on Parents at the bottom, you can learn more and see how to report inappropriate sites that sneak through their filters. 

Internet Safety Files

CTAP Resources

Internet Safety Resources

ISTE Resources

ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education) has established standards for best practices in learning and teaching in the digital age.

PowerPoints

Websites