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SAFE (Free Resources)
http://www.digitalme.co.uk/safe/
Safe is a programme of practical, activities to develop primary children’s skills, self-confidence and safety awareness when using social network sites.
Combining a safe, social network, downloadable materials and teacher resources, the programme will enable any primary school to easily deliver fun activities which develop their pupils’ digital literacy skills. By completing theprogramme pupils gain a Safe certificate as evidence of their learning.
All Safe tasks are linked closely to the English Primary Curriculum and Scottish Curriculum for Excellence. The tasks are supported by teacher packs which include how to guides, discussion topics and learning outcomes.

SocialShield
http://tcrn.ch/b71iig
SocialShield Helps Protect Children On Social Networks
Child safety on the web is a significant concern for parents worldwide as kids flock to the internet for social networking, media consumption and more. SocialShield is one security option parents can turn on to protect children from predators online.
The startup aims to give parents a web application to show a 360 degree view into what their kids are doing online as well as who their friends are on the main social networks.

SafetyWeb
http://www.safetyweb.com/
SafetyWeb, a service that lets parents monitor their children’s online social activities.
SafetyWeb scans the web for public info about your child. We keep you informed on the security and privacy of your child, instantly alerting you to changes or dangers.
Sign up today to monitor your child's online safety on social networks and websites.

Online Safety Tutorials
http://www.nortellearnit.org/technology/Online_Safety/
Online Safety Tutorials
Learn how to protect yourself against spyware and other liabilities when online. This Nortel LearniT video series provides the skills to stay safe online such as password protection and firewalls.

Web of Trust is a safe browsing tool
http://bit.ly/9XjhGZ
Web of Trust is a safe browsing tool, which warns you about risky sites that cheat customers, deliver malware or send spam.
Would you like to know which websites you can trust? The WOT add-on is a safe surfing tool for your browser. Traffic-light rating symbols show which websites you can trust for safe surfing, shopping and searching on the web.
WOT ratings are powered by a global community of millions of trustworthy users who have rated millions of websites based on their experiences. The WOT add-on provides reputation ratings to search results when you use Google, Yahoo!, Bing, Wikipedia and other popular sites, helping you protect your computer and personal information.

Technology addicts offered treatment
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/8576392.stm
Technology addicts offered treatment
Technology addicts can now seek treatment at a London hospital which has launched bespoke treatment for those diagnosed with the condition.
The programme is designed for young people who spend large amounts of time each day playing computer games or using social network websites.

Choose What Happens Next (sexting)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGkaw44-Ql4

Web Safety Center at MaMaMedia
http://www.mamamedia.com/areas/grownups/new/safety/home.html
Web Safety Center at MaMaMedia
We developed these articles and tips to help grown-ups and kids to be better informed about online safety.

The safe use of technologies report
http://bit.ly/aHN0VF
The safe use of technologies report from OFSTED UK
Pupils in schools that use ‘managed’ online systems have a better knowledge and understanding of how to stay safe when using new technologies, according to a report published today by Ofsted, the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills.
‘Managed’ systems are systems that have fewer inaccessible sites than ‘locked’ systems and so require pupils to take more responsibility for their own safety. ‘Locked’ systems make many websites inaccessible and although this ensures pupils’ safety in school it does not encourage the pupils to take responsibility for their actions or prepare them for dealing with systems that are not locked.

Cybersafety Booklet for Parents and Kids
http://www2.ftc.gov/opa/2009/12/netcetera.shtm
Cybersafety Booklet for Parents and Kids
A booklet released by the USA Federal Trade Commission and other government agencies helps parents and teachers steer kids safely through the online and mobile phone worlds.
Net Cetera tells parents and teachers what they need to know to talk to kids about issues like cyberbullying, sexting, mobile phone safety, and protecting the family computer.

Smokescreen
http://www.smokescreengame.com
Smokescreen
Smokescreen is a cutting-edge game about life online. We all use Facebook, MySpace, Bebo and MSN to keep up with our mates - and we've all heard the stories about parties on Facebook being mobbed, or people getting stalked on MSN. The question is, what would you do if it happened to you?
Over 13 missions, Smokescreen follows the story of Max Winston and Cal Godfrey, two mates who've set up an exclusive social network called White Smoke. After Cal's involved in a car accident and falls into a coma, White Smoke becomes huge - and starts attracting huge problems. Each mission sees you explore the world of White Smoke, and find out who you can trust - and who you can't.

Thinkuknow (TUK) Teachers and Trainers area
http://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/teachers/
Thinkuknow (TUK) Teachers and Trainers area
Here you’ll find the Thinkuknow resources for teachers and all other professionals working with young people.
There are films, presentations, games, lesson plans and posters covering a range of issues from grooming by child sex offenders to cyber-bullying. All of these resources encourage young people to have fun with new technology, whilst staying in control of the risks. Importantly, they also teach young people where to go if they have any concerns.

Child Safety on the Internet
http://www.edutopia.org/digital-generation-children-online-safety
Sage Advice: Child Safety on the Internet
How do you teach your kids to be safe online?
As a parent, your job is to personalize the remote messages on Internet safety your kids hear in school, to make the subject important in your home and to your family. Print a weekly report of your child's online activity and look over this report with your child.
No one can deny the presence of technology within our schools, our places of employment, and our homes. The 21st century has imposed technology as a mainstay within our society; now, we must examine how to facilitate a relationship between our youth and technology.
How do we teach our children to be safe online?
Although at first glance one may think that this is a difficult question to answer, it's actually quite simple: parenting.

Thats Not Cool
http://www.thatsnotcool.com
Thats Not Cool
Your cell phone, IM, and social networks are all a digital extension of who you are. When someone you're with pressures you or disrespects you in those places, that's not cool.
The Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF) www.endabuse.org believes that everyone has the right to live free from violence. For three decades, our model programs have created safer, more prosperous communities for women, children, and families around the world.
Thatsnotcool.com is attempting to raise awareness about digital dating abuse and stop it before it gets worse. Sponsored and co-created by the Family Violence Prevention Fund, the Office on Violence Against Women and the Ad Council, the site is designed to address new and complicated problems between teens who are dating or hooking up—problems like constant and controlling texting, pressuring for nude pictures, and breaking into someone's e-mail or social networking page.

UK Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS)
http://www.dcsf.gov.uk/ukccis/
UK Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS)
The UK Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS) will unite over 100 organisations from the public and private sector working with Government to deliver recommendations from Dr Tanya Byron's report 'Safer Children in a Digital World'.
Reporting directly to the Prime Minister, the Council will help to improve the regulation and education around internet use, tackling problems around online bullying, safer search features, and violent video games.

Safeguard learners online (BECTA UK)
http://www.becta.org.uk/safeguarding.php
Safeguard learners online (BECTA UK)
Research shows that 69% of learners aged 7-11 claim to be aware of how to keep safe online, but only 34% are able to give an example of how to do this in practice.
Developing an e-safety policy ... Get advice on designing and implementing a policy to keep learners safe.
What is an acceptable use policy? ... Discover the importance of an acceptable use policy, and the key considerations in creating one.
Teaching e-safety ... Get advice on educating staff and learners about internet safety, online bullying and other issues.

Office of (Safety) Horrors
http://tr.im/rkq2
Office of (Safety) Horrors .. interactice
Click on the text boxes on the image for physical health and safety details.

Safe and Responsible Use of the Internet
http://csriu.org/onlinedocs/
Safe and Responsible Use of the Internet: A Guide for Educators
Published by The Center for Safe and Responsible Internet
Nancy Willard, executive director of the Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use, is a recognized authority on issues related to the safe and responsible use of the Internet.

Working with Computers (pdf)
http://tr.im/rklE
Working with Computers (pdf)
This briefing gives guidance on health and safety precautions for teachers and pupils working with information & communications technology equipment, including computers, keyboards, display screens or visual display units, laptops and printers.
This briefing sets out the (UK) legal duties and requirements for health and safety which employers must follow regarding the use of ICT equipment; and sets out recommendations on good practice which will ensure that these legal duties and requirements are met.

Cybersmart (Australia)
http://www.cybersmart.gov.au/
Cybersmart (Australia)
Cybersmart provides activities, resources and practical advice to help young kids, kids, teens and parents safely enjoy the online world.
Cybersmart also offers training and resources for schools and materials for library staff.
Developed by the Australian Communications and Media Authority, Cybersmart is part of the Australian Government’s cybersafety program.

Protecting Australian Families Online
http://www.netalert.gov.au/
Protecting Australian Families Online
Advice about protecting children online
Internet content filters

BBC: Top five ways to stay safe online
http://www.bbc.co.uk/onlinesafety/
BBC: Top five ways to stay safe online
This page aims to help you use the internet in a safe way.
It links to sites that are kept up to date with useful information, along with explanations and helpful hints for you and your family to get the most out of the internet.

Internet for Health and Safety
http://www.vts.intute.ac.uk/he/tutorial/safety/index.htm
Would you like to learn how to use the Internet to find Health and Safety information?
Use this free, interactive tutorial to improve your Internet research skills
This is one of a national series of tutorials written by qualified tutors, lecturers and librarians from across the UK.
It is part of the Intute: Virtual Training Suite, funded by JISC

Safe Searching with Doug
http://www2.disney.co.uk/DisneyOnline/Safesurfing/
A parents guide to Safe Surfing The Internet offers children wonderful opportunities for entertainment, learning and personal growth.
However, you may have concerns about the potential risks that could face your children when they navigate the online world.
Disney Online is committed to helping families to use and enjoy the Internet safely. This is why we have launched Safe Surfing Week in order to help families to become more informed about Internet safety.

BECTA: safe use of ICT in schools
http://tr.im/rk6I
How to ensure the safe use of ICT in schools

The Missing Kit
http://www.livewwwires.com
The Missing kit, developed by LiveWires Design Ltd, teaches children how to surf the Internet safely.
It includes a CD-ROM game for children, a parent/teacher guide, a video and a poster. This web site has information on internet safety issues for parents, teachers and librarians.

Online Safety (video)
http://www.wiredkids.org/resources/video/
Online Safety (video)

ParentsCentre (UK)
http://www.parentscentre.gov.uk
Safety advice related to the use of ..
Webchats, interviews, videos
Using computers and the internet
ParentsCentre has been developed by the (UK) Department for Education and Skills as a resource to support parents

Internet Safety Education for Primary Schools
http://www.cyberquoll.com.au/index.html
Internet Safety Education for Primary Schools
The CyberQuoll computer-based activities have been designed for upper primary school students and are supported by a comprehensive suite of materials to help you teach internet safety.
Please select from the following links to run CyberQuoll or to access resources. Teachers are advised to review this resource to ensure it is suitable for, and relevant to, their students.
These electronic resources have been created to be accessible using screen readers.

Special Keyboard
http://www.maltron.com/
A special keyboard to help reduce RSI.. Repetitive Strain Injury.

IWF : Internet Watch Foundation (UK)
http://www.iwf.org.uk
The Internet Watch Foundation .... The UK Hotline for reporting illegal content specifically:.. Child sexual abuse content hosted worldwide and criminally obscene and incitement to racial hatred content hosted in the UK

Ask Professor Pixel....
http://tr.im/rgcw
sk Professor Pixel.... "What can I do to be Net Safe?"

Know IT All : for (UK) Primary Schools ... teach e-safety
http://www.childnet.com/kia/
UK "Child psychologist, Professor Tanya Byron, has launched a new set of resources called 'Know IT All for Primary Schools'.
The resources - developed through funding from the Training and Development Agency for Schools, Becta and the UK Council for Child Internet Safety - are designed to empower all primary school employees to understand, tackle and teach e-safety issues to children."
This resource is part of a set of award-winning 'Know IT All' resources including 'Know IT All for Parents' which Childnet has produced, sponsored by Becta.
"This new resource also includes a rich 3D animation called 'Captain Kara and Winston's SMART Adventure' produced especially for young children just starting out in using new technology. It can be used in an assembly or classroom setting. Presented as 5 separate chapters the SMART Adventure illustrates Childnet's SMART rules and includes a real life SMART Crew of young people who guide the cartoon characters in their quest and help them make smart online decisions."
More detaails at .. http://tr.im/reHg

CyberSmart Student Curriculum
http://www.cybersmartcurriculum.org/
CyberSmart Student Curriculum
Free to educators, the CyberSmart! Student Curriculum empowers students to use the Internet safely, responsibly, and effectively.
Nonsequential, the free CyberSmart! Student Curriculum is easily integrated, in part or in full, into your current curriculum. Each lesson stands on its own. A consistent lesson model, including free reproducible student activity sheets, makes planning easy for thousands of educators worldwide.
CyberSmart! prepares students to use the Internet for communication, creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving—the new basic skills for 21st century learning

Cyber Safe Kids : A Guide for Parents (secondary)
http://csriu.org/documents/cstparentguide.pdf
Cyber Safe Kids : A Guide for Parents with secondary students
"... schools can freely reproduce and send home to parents .... guidance here is grounded in research insight and effective risk prevention.
I do not think that fear-based messages and simplistic rules against normative online behavior will be at all effective. In these documents I encourage positive and active parent involvement - which research has shown lead to less risk taking behavior."

Cyber Safe Kids : A Guide for Parents (elementary)
http://csriu.org/documents/cskparentguide_000.pdf
Cyber Safe Kids : A Guide for Parents with elementary students
"... schools can freely reproduce and send home to parents .... guidance here is grounded in research insight and effective risk prevention."

Netbasics ... brilliant videos on Internet Safety
http://www.netbasics.org.nz/
Netbasics ... brilliant videos on Internet Safety ... highly entertaining / motivational / informational for students.
Issues and Risks when going online.
www.netsafe.org.nz

Signs that Computers and the Internet Rule Your Life
http://tr.im/kF10
25 Signs That Computers and the Internet Rule Your Life
Do you consider the Internet a basic utility? Do you have friends who know you better by your username than your real name? If somebody told you to “google it,” would you know what he wants you to do? Does your computer rule your life? Here are 25 signs that it does.
Computer addiction Internet addiction

YouDiligence
http://mashable.com/2009/02/18/youdiligence/
YouDiligence’s Genius Way of Helping Parents Protect Their Kids Online
"YouDiligence helps parents protect children from cyber-bullies and internet predators on MySpace and Facebook, indentifying problematic posts & alerting parents via email.
YouDiligence’s service offers pay-per-child plans starting at $9.99 a month."

eSafety Games
http://www.nwlg.org/esafetygames/
eSafety Games

Net threat to minors less than feared
http://news.cnet.com/8301-19518_3-10142096-238.html?tag=mncol
Net threat to minors less than feared
A long awaited report from the Internet Safety Technical Task Force concludes that children and teens are less vulnerable to sexual predation than many have feared.
The report also questions the efficacy and necessity of some commonly prescribed remedies designed to protect young people.
The task force was formed as a result of a joint agreement between MySpace and 49 state attorneys general.

Enhancing Child Safety and Online Technologies
http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/pubrelease/isttf/
Enhancing Child Safety and Online Technologies
Final Report of the Internet Safety Technical Task Force to the Multi-State Working Group on Social Networking of State Attorneys General of the United States
The Internet Safety Technical Task Force was created in February 2008 in accordance with the Joint Statement on Key Principles of Social Networking Safety announced in January 2008 by the Attorneys General Multi-State Working Group on Social Networking and MySpace.

Chat Danger
http://www.chatdanger.com/
Chat Danger ... how to keep safe while chatting
A site all about the potential dangers on interactive services online like chat, IM, online games, email and on mobiles.
The Chatdanger website has been created to inform young people about the potential dangers and ways of keeping safe in interactive areas online, such as chatrooms, instant messenger, online games and email, and also via mobile phones. The aim of the site is very much to inform and empower users of these services, so they can use these services safely, and not at all to discourage people from using these services.

ConnectSafely
http://www.connectsafely.org/
ConnectSafely is for parents, teens, educators, advocates - everyone engaged in and interested in the impact of the social Web.
The user-driven, all-media, multi-platform phase of the Web has begun, we all have much to learn about it, and this is the central space – linked to from social networks across the Web - for learning about safety on Web 2.0 together.
Our forum is also designed to give teens and parents a voice in the public discussion about youth online safety begun back in the '90s.
In addition, the site has tips for teens and parents, as well as other resources for safe blogging and social networking.

Net Family News
http://www.netfamilynews.org/subscribe.htm
Net Family New
Net Family News is a non-profit public service for parents and educators of online kids.
Here's how you can stay informed about the latest developments, and resources for kids' safe and constructive use of the Net.
Information from all over the Web and other media is screened for its relevance to online-parenting and -mentoring. Sources include researchers, reporters, children's advocates, government, and fellow parents. This is community news for a vital interest group: parents, teachers, and all other mentors of online kids.

E-safety (revised) (Becta UK)
http://publications.becta.org.uk/display.cfm?resID=25934&page=1835
E-safety (revised) (Becta UK)
Developing whole-school policies to support effective practice.

Evolving Internet Safety (discussion group)
http://isenet.ning.com/group/evolvinginternetsafetysocialnetworkingdiscussions
Evolving Internet Safety - Social Networking Discussions
How are our discussions about safety on the internet evolving as students (and adults) become increasingly connected through social networking and other means? Have we changed our tone, and how?
This group is part of the (UK) Independent School Educators Network (ISEN), a social network (Ning) at http://isenet.ning.com

B4USurf
http://www.b4usurf.org/
With the B4USurf website, the BSA and its partners aim to provide educators and parents with information and educational resources to help youths understand the dangers that exist online and to surf safely and responsibly.
Tips are also available for youths. Our goal is to help teach youths about cyber-ethics and cyber-safety, even as they immerse themselves in the cyberworld.
We hope that you will find this educational resource helpful, and that you will make use of the materials on the site and contribute to it.