Safety on the Internet

1)      What do you understand by the term 'nettiquette'? Can you provide some examples of 'nettiquette' guidelines for young persons that you would emphasize to your students?

Netiquette is good manners and rules for internet use.

Guidelines for Using the Internet

                       

Be polite. Never send unkind messages.Use appropriate pictures and language.

      

Keep comments short and on the topic. Always read what you are replying to. Do not use all capital letters as it means that you are shouting.

           Do not give out personal information such as addresses, telephone number, passwords  

         Tell someone if you come across something that makes you feel uncomfortable. Do not respond to any messages that are mean. Never agree to get together with someone I “meet” online  

         

Get permission before downloading or installing software or doing anything that could possibly hurt our computer or mobile device or jeopardize my family’s privacy.

Be careful of what you see/ read online especially Pop-Up adds. There are many “scam” websites encouraging one to sign up or to part with your money.

2)       What type of web tool 2.0  technology would you use to promote discussions among your students (and maybe parents)? Explain why you selected the technology that you did.

Facebook will be the choice of web tool for me. I teach at a primary school and I believe that most of my parents and students are familiar with this tool. Some parents may be hesitant to encourage their children to use Facebook but sessions on use of the internet for the students and guidelines for monitoring students will be encouraged. A close group will be set up.

The use of this tools can improve communication among members. Teachers can convey notices and information on projects, homework and class activities. Students can use this to communicate with teachers and each other on issues when away from class. Parents will be aware of the class and school activities. They can also gather information/ assistance from the teacher, other parents and students on various issues.