Staying Safe on the Internet

How to use Social Media safely

Social media is an internet tool where people can connect with each other.

Social Media

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Facebook, Twitter, wiki’s, and blogs are all forms of social media.

Forms of Social Media

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Social media is all around us and knowing how to use it safely is important.

Unfortunately there are some bad people who use social media to try to hurt others.

Safety Concerns

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Do not give out personal information such as: Phone number Address School

Tips to stay safe

If you feel that you want to share this information ALWAYS check with your parents first.

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Do not post or send pictures of yourself without first checking with your parents.

Pictures

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Do not share passwords with anyone except your parents (even your best friends).

Passwords

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Never agree to meet someone you met online without checking with parents first. If your parents agree, they need to go with you.

Meeting Someone

Meeting people online can be very dangerous and unsafe.

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Before you comment or post online, remember that it is permanent and it can’t be deleted.

Posting Comments

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If you are angry, sad, or upset it is a good idea to wait until the next day before you post so you don’t post something you will regret.

Posting Emotions

Remember it’s permanent!

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If you see something that is inappropriate or makes you feel strange tell your parents right away.

Inappropriate Material

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Check these links out for more information.

Cyber Bullying-www.Cyberbully.org

Net Smartz-http://www.netsmartzkids.org/

Get Net Wise-http://kids.getnetwise.org/safetyguide/

More Information

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VideoGoogle Family Safety

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmdWToVnWkA

Resources