Internet is a fantastic place. If used sensibly. Being part of the digital world is perfectly natural for a generation of digital natives. But, while y enjoying the benefits of technology in education, remember that your students’ e-safety is paramount. Staying safe online is a skill for life. Below, a list of fun, practical and informative resources helping your students to make informed and safe choices while online.

A collection of e-safety images posted by Google.

THINKUKNOW

Are you a teacher? Or a parent/carer? Check this out! Thinkuknow is the education programme from NCA-CEOP, a UK organisation which protects children both online and offline. The resurces (articles, videos, games) are split into the target groups: 5-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14+, parents/carers and children’s workforce.

Thinkuknow has their own youtube channel featuring a number of excellent educational videos.

DIGIZEN

Issues such as social networking and cyberbullying are explored on the Digizen website. Plenty of fantastic resources such as lesson plans, stories, videos or activities. See the digital citizenship  glossary:

OTHER RESOURCES

CHILDNET INTERNATIONAL	Childnet’s mission is to work in partnership with others around the world to help make the internet a great and safe place for children.
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP	“Everything educators need to empower the next generation of digital citizens.”
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP & SAFETY COURSE by GOOGLE	“(…) online course is designed for you and your students to learn how they can help create a safe and positive experience online.”
NETSMART TEENS	Helping young people to make safer choices online through videos, games and interactive comics.
BETTER INTERNET FOR KIDS
WEB WE WANT	Created by young people for young people and by teachers for teachers. Available in 12 European languages.