One of the most exciting educational aspects of using the Internet lies in its ability to open the classroom to the world. Learning about different countries and cultures becomes even more meaningful when students can easily communicate with people internationally. Communication via the Internet can occur in many different ways including email and chat rooms. Although the diverse nature of topics available on the Internet can enhance the learning experience, students need to be aware of safety issues when interacting with others online.
This chapter discusses the social nature of the Internet, focusing on topics such as Internet etiquette, confidentiality, and safety. It is important for students and teachers to be informed of these issues when using the Internet for telecommunications.
Guidelines for Internet safety
Although a valuable instructional tool in the classroom, the Internet does comes with some real dangers. Keeping in mind a few simple precautions will help protect students from potential dangers. It is important to supervise the students as they begin their journey on the Internet. One way to facilitate the students in their learning process is to provide safe and valuable sites. Emphasize to students that information on the Internet is posted by both reliable and unreliable sources.
Safety Tips for kids on the Internet
- Never give your name, address, phone number, photo, or password to someone you meet over the Internet.
- Never respond to email messages that are suggestive, obscene, belligerent, threatening, or make you feel uncomfortable.
- Report any email that makes you feel uncomfortable.
- Be careful when someone offers you something for nothing.
- Tell your teacher or parent right away if you come across any information that makes you feel uncomfortable.
- Never arrange a face-to-face meeting with someone you meet on the Internet.
- Remember that people online may not be who they seem.
- Get to know your "online friends" just as you get to know all of your other friends.
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