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Social networks for children

Quite a few social networks for children offer an excellent and child friendly alternative to Facebook and its likes.

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Sexting Resources

Some great resources on how to deal with losing control over self-generated sexual material online, suitable for young people and teachers alike.

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Professionals Online Safety Helpline

Provides support to anyone working with children and young people, around all aspects of online safety.

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New 'Digital Parenting' Magazine

Vodafone has launched a new magazine filled with articles by experts, 'How to' guides and much more - all to make it easier for you to get involved in your children's digital lives.

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A Platform for Good

FOSI has launched an interactive website designed to help parents, teachers and young people connect, share and do good online.

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Pora Ora

Pora Ora is a free online virtual world where children from all over the world can learn, play games and interact with each other.

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Facebook in Education

Facebook offers useful tips and resources on how to use social media in education.

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Keeping children safe online

In this video from TalkTalk, Internet safety expert Charlotte Aynsley shares her top tips and advice for parents.

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Facebook Safety

Connect with Facebook Safety and find safety tools, useful resources and information on various initiatives.

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A young people’s guide to cyberbullying resources

Useful websites offering information and advice on cyberbullying.

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Youthful avatar democracy

What happens when ten school classes from five European countries create a virtual anti-bullying village?

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Practical guides for parents

Kids and Media offers informational slideshows on a variety of topics.

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Me on the web

Managing your online identity is increasingly important in a digital society where you can gain access to information with just a few keystrokes.

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ParentPort

Have you seen or heard something in the media that is inappropriate for children? Have your say at ParentPort.

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Parental controls and online protection tools

The SIP Bench II project aims to help parents choose the parental control tool that best suits their needs.

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The Rough Guide to Online Safety

A wide-ranging and user friendly guide on how to enjoy the Internet whilst staying safe from online threats.

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EU Kids Online: New approach to online safety required

The final recommendations on how to educate and protect children has been published.

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The voice of young people

What does it mean to be an ethical, responsible and resilient digital citizen?

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Talk about computer safety

Advice and tips on computer safety and malicious software.

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High awareness of parental controls

Most parents are aware of parental controls, and more than half of parents have used parental controls for children's Internet use, according to a survey from the Family Online Safety Institute.

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Geocaching – a digital treasure hunt

Geocaching combines technology and the digital world with fun outdoor activities.

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Project ROBUSD: Reducing bullying – strengthening diversity

ROBUSD offers educational materials concerning the prevention of bullying, including a series of video presentations, all free of charge.

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When much is too much

New research suggests that multitasking is not the best way to be efficient, even for today's tech-savvy children.

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How Cybersmart are you?

This informational video from Cybersmart is designed to help you keep your children safe online.

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Families Matter

A recent report shows how parents feel about raising children in a digital age.

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Ofcom: UK Children’s media literacy

A new report from Ofcom gives an overview of media literacy among children and young people.

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Facebook launches new Family Safety Centre

Find useful resources, articles and videos on safety and privacy.

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Online safety video from Facemood

Facemoods.com has released an animation video to teach young people responsible Facebook surfing.

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Great resources for parents and teachers

Insafe and European Schoolnet have developed a range of exciting resources to support families and educators in helping children to use digital technology safely and responsibly.

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Gossip website is stirring controversy

In Germany, a website that encourages users to share gossip has created a heated public debate.

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No Facebook for the President’s children

First lady Michelle Obama told NBC's Today show that her daughters are not on Facebook. Read why Kids and Media supports the decision.

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Google Family Safety Centre

Did you know that Google offers several tools to ensure that all users have a safe online experience?

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New Facebook security feature

Now you can prevent hackers and spies from compromising your Facebook account. Learn how to enable the feature.

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How to set up Google SafeSearch preferences

Learn how to filter search results and block inappropriate web pages.

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CEOP’s top tips to stop online child abuse

CEOP offers useful advice for parents and children on how to stay safe online.

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What are Social Learning Networks?

Have you read Kids and Media’s blogs?

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Facebook Groups

With Facebook’s new Groups feature you can limit who you share information with. However, some privacy problems might occur.

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ZuiTube

ZuiTube is an American website for children that aims to be a cleaner version of YouTube.

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Depression high among cyber bullying victims

Targets of cyber bullying are at greater risk for depression than are those who bully them, according to new study.

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“Power to the parent”

Common Sense Media has launched a campaign to raise awareness with parents that there are ways to keep children safe in a digital world.

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Facebook Places

Facebook’s new location service lets your friends know where you are. We show you how to modify your privacy settings.

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Back to school

It’s not only school children who learn something new when school starts in the autumn. Even parents are getting schooled.

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Web filters for a safer online experience

Web filter software can make the Internet safer for children, young people and yourself.

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Be Smart. Be Fair. Be Safe.

CTIA - The Wireless Association has launched a campaign to help parents ensure their children are responsible wireless users.

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Online Summer Safety Tips

How do you keep young children and teenagers safe online during the summer holidays?

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Is your child really safe online?

More than a half of French parents believe their children are safe online, but children say they do face problems.

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Protect your children from online predators

The anonymity of the Internet means that trust and intimacy can develop quickly online. Predators often take advantage of this. Learn how to protect your children.

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Understanding online gaming

Find out how to keep your children safe in the world of online gaming.

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Secure your wireless network

With a wireless network, you are no longer tied to your desk. However, be aware that there are some risks involved.

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My Safety Online

KidsOKOnline's research on children’s online safety shows that children understand the dangers of revealing personal information in social networks, but still a large number of children give away personal data.

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Children, TV and the Internet

Research from KidsOKOnline (KOKO) released in January 2010 has some interesting insights on how children like to access their TV programmes.

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Cyber bullying Tips

Common Sense Media’s Cyber bullying video gives interesting facts and advice on cyber bullying.

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Teach kids online security basics

You can help your kids use the Internet safely by teaching them some basic rules. Microsoft gives some basic lessons that parents can help their kids to learn.

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Age-based guidelines for children's Internet use

Microsoft have developed several parental guidelines for children’s use of Internet. Read their recommendations due to the age of your child.

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The Webwise 10 Tips For Parents

Parental tips form Webwise, the EU Safety and Awareness node in Ireland.

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Useful tips and tools for a safer media life: Click to download PDF file

 
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