Hi All,The world has changed - that's for sure. Now kids can access the internet from not just a desktop computer, but from a smartphone, tablet or even a laptop. And, of course, they can get to the web via the 'traditional' desktop computer. The web is everywhere - its ubiquitous!
So how do you keep kids safe when they are online? Great question - here are some steps and some sites to help you keep the kids safe when they use the computer and the internet.
This interactive site (called Kidsmart) offers videos, tips, activities, and ideas that teach kids to be smart and be safe online. Categories such as file sharing, social networking, games, chat, safe searching, digital footprints, and competitions allow kids to learn more about the areas they use most often. Notice the tabs at the top of the homepage for 'I work with kids', 'I have kids' and 'contact'...
PCMag had an article titled 'Keep Your Child Safe Online' back from 2011. The article still has decent content and is helpful for parents and educators.
PCWorld (a competitor to PCMag) had an article called 'How to Child-Proof the Internet'. Its a bit more current, but again, is a decent starting point for parents.
Even the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) has gotten into the act of child safety on the internet with this link.
This comprehensive site has links to Cyberbullying, Talking to Your Kids about Being Online, Kids and Computer Security, Kids/Mobile Phones and Kids/Socializing Online, Kids and Virtual Worlds and, finally, Kids and Texting/Sexting. It is a central repository for lots of valuable (and useful) information for parents whose kids use the internet!
Enjoy the links and the sites.
Regards,
Stu
