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Bullying, Online Predatory Action And Identity Theft

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With the increase in technology in schools and at home, teacher need to be more aware and have more knowledge on cyber safety. Cyber safety includes many elements including; bullying, online predatory action and identity theft. With the rise of technology online bullying is becoming an ever-growing problem. This is because it not only allows for a student to be bullied at school, but can also be taken home as well. Online bullying can have many negative effects including; depression, anxiety and fear. Teachers need to be prepared on how to effectively deal with this. Some strategies for teachers to put in place may include; sharing real life examples of people who have been affected by cyber bullying, knowing how students can use the …show more content…

There are a few programs that have already been implemented into many schools across Victoria. eSmart is a program that was developed by the Alannah and Madeline Foundation it is a program that schools once signed up are supported to; create their own plans, policies and procedures, access the latest resources, tools and information and record, track and report on their progress in achieving eSmart status. This allows schools to take a holistic approach to cyber safety as is allows you to monitor students’ online activity.
Cyber safety needs to be promoted not only at schools but at home as well. There are many programs and information sites that parents can use to promote cybersafety. Life educational studies show that 41% of teenagers spend more than two hours a day on a mobile device. They have created bCyberwise with the support of Intel Security. It is an interactive cyber safety program targeted to 8 to 13 year old’s. This provides opportunity for students to learn about cyber safety through games and activities through applications on smart technologies. The app teachers young people a number of cyber safety skills which include; How to be responsible and respectful when using online technology, the importance of keeping personal information safe and not telling other people private passwords or arranging to meet with

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