01/09/2021
This SWGfL checklist provides all the information about the online multiplayer game creation including quick answers to questions such as:
What is Roblox?
How to report abuse in game?
How to add a PIN to your account?
Download here: http://ow.ly/QxmM50G1mpF
25/08/2021
Now more than ever before, young people are spending a large amount of their time online. From online lessons and homework to gaming and spending time with their friends, there are a range of ways that young people occupy their time whether on a phone, tablet, games console or computer.
Childnet's Parent and Carers Toolkit is filled with quick, easy and practical things you can do to help protect your children on the internet. It includes help with how to talk to your child about how they spend their time online and how to communicate key online safety messages. The Toolkit is straightforward, easy to use and includes links to more detailed and specific information and support if you need it - http://ow.ly/PeUG50FX4Re
18/08/2021
What is Omegle and why are young people using it?
In this blog the UK Safer Internet Centre explains what Omegle is and some of the key things to be aware of: http://ow.ly/g9oA50FLpme
11/08/2021
If you’re an education professional in need of support this summer, the Education Support are on hand to listen 24/7.
Call them on 0800 0562 561 or visit http://ow.ly/fWAN50FLoQi
04/08/2021
5Rights Foundation is calling for mandatory rules for design of digital services after new research shows online accounts registered to children are being targeted with sexual and su***de content.
Read the full article here: http://ow.ly/m1HF50FIu0z?
28/07/2021
Why is it important to understand how live streaming works?
can be fun for young people, providing many opportunities to develop their creativity and showcase their talents. It can also be a great way for them to build confidence and develop their communication skills.
But there are associated with live streaming and engaging with other people’s broadcasts, so knowing how it works can help to .
Read more here: http://ow.ly/Aeco50FDyAx
21/07/2021
Bullying and cyberbullying can happen to any child - read the NSPCC advice for parents and carers to help keep children safe from bullying, wherever it happens: http://ow.ly/XCzh50FA3ZG
12/07/2021
Many parents and carers worry when they find out that their child wants to play or is already playing games designed for older children. In this blog, UK Safer Internet Centre takes a closer look at game ratings, and provides practical ways on how to respond to children and find alternatives which are more age appropriate.
Read the full blog here: http://ow.ly/qhQH50Fu2LE
09/07/2021
Sexual violence and sexual harassment between children in schools and colleges
Advice for schools and colleges on how to prevent and respond to reports of sexual violence and harassment between children.
08/07/2021
Keeping children safe in education
Statutory guidance for schools and colleges on safeguarding children and safer recruitment.
07/07/2021
While the pandemic continues to impact the safety & of young people, close collaboration between children & those responsible for is fundamental for successful outcomes - http://ow.ly/PYCI50FqPL8
30/06/2021
Are video games teaching young people how to gamble?
Gambling is big business in the UK and it's not just 2 million adults who suffer from addiction: children as young as 11 have problems with gambling, and almost half a million children and young people have admitted to betting regularly, according to the Gambling Commission.
Read more: https://bit.ly/35B00i5