Keeping Safe Online Videos
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How to keep your information safe online – privacy and security Video summary Emma-Louise Amanshia introduces the topic of privacy and security, explaining that personal information shouldn’t be shared online and that passwords should be strong.
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What is online bullying? A short dramatisation features a young person who sees and receives mean comments in a chat about a school group project, and then decides to report them to the teacher.
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Scams: Safer Internet Day resources for 7-11-year-olds Spot the Signs: Learn to recognise common signs of a scam, like offers that seem "too good to be true" or requests for personal information. Stay Safe, Don’t Share: Understand why you should never share personal details like your name or address with anyone you don’t know online. Ask for Help: Always talk to a trusted adult if something feels suspicious or if you’re unsure about a message or offer online.
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How to balance your screen time – health and wellbeing online Balance your screen time: Understand that spending too much time online can sometimes affect your mood, sleep, or friendships. Balance your screen time with outdoor play, reading, or other fun activities. Follow age restrictions: Learn why it’s important to follow age restrictions on games and websites. These rules help keep you safe from things you’re not ready to see or experience.
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Phishing: Safer Internet Day resources for 7-11-year-olds Recognise Phishing: Learn that phishing happens when someone tries to trick you into giving personal information, often by pretending to be a trusted company. Think Before You Click: Don’t click on links or open attachments in messages or emails from people or companies you don’t know.
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How to find reliable information online Search safely: Learn how to search online using key phrases to find the right information. Not everything you read online is true, so you need to check your sources. Question what you read: Understand how some websites or advertisements can try to trick you. It’s important to be able to tell the difference between facts, beliefs, opinions or fake news.