EIGHT: Internet Safety
Due April 16
Today’s students will be the first generation to use the Internet for their entire lives.
This unprecedented access to resources will enhance their learning, research,
communications, explorations for new ideas, and expressions of creativity.
Unfortunately, this remarkable resource has become susceptible to abuse that often
targets young people. As educators, perhaps our greatest priority is to protect the students. In terms of online safety, the ever-changing nature of the Internet makes this objective a constantly moving target. Although the task is daunting, we must stay ahead of the curve in detecting and reporting Internet threats and predators. Instructors need to be well informed about the latest computer threats and integrate Internet safety into their curricula throughout the school year.
In the state of Virginia, teachers are required, by law, to teach internet safety within their curriculum. Hence the importance of staying well informed on topics that involve student use of the internet.
Assignment:
Following is a list of sites that pertain to internet safety. Please visit these sites and read up on
the importance of internet safety in the classroom.
1. On your blog, indicate the five most important issues that, you feel, should be addressed in regard to internet safety with students. Explain why you think each of these is important.
2. In addition, discuss how you would integrate these topics into your every day teaching.
Internet Safety Sites
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