The Parent-Teacher Project 30. Protecting Your Child Online
Sep 15, 2021
In this enlightening discussion, Rachel Rasmussen, the ICT Curriculum Coordinator at Tangara School for Girls, shares her expertise on online safety for children. She emphasizes the importance of teaching kids to navigate digital spaces safely, much like teaching them to cross the street. Rachel offers practical tips for parents, including how to set up parental controls on platforms like TikTok and fostering open dialogues about digital responsibility. With insights on combating cyberbullying and understanding online risks, she equips parents with the tools to protect their children online.
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Comprehensive Online Risks
- Online risks for children include cyberbullying, sexting, inappropriate content, mental health impact, and unsafe contacts.
- Adults and children alike face online threats such as scams, phishing, and malware, requiring awareness for all ages.
Talk Openly About Online Safety
- Start open conversations with children about online risks and privacy settings of their apps.
- Teach kids how to block and report suspicious behavior to empower them to stay safe.
Control Chat Features & Monitor Challenges
- Disable chat features on games like Fortnite and Roblox to reduce stranger contact risks.
- Monitor dangerous challenges, especially on TikTok, and educate children about potential physical dangers.