Module 8: Internet Issues
This module reviewed these topics: Cyber-bullying, How
to Prevent Cyber-bullying, Identity
Theft, Loss
of Reputation & General
Internet Safety
The following list is taken from the Academy of Art's ARE615 Module 8, page 5. I think these main points are important reminders for teachers, parents, and students to follow. Most Internet issues can be avoided by using common sense and being respectful. Many issues usually start in the home and parents need to be active and responsible participants in what their children are doing online.
- Don't open files from strangers.
- Protect personal information online and on cell phones.
- Never meet anyone in person that you only know from online.
- Don't email or text pictures of people without their permission.
- Never send anyone revealing pictures of yourself.
- Use passwords that contain upper- and lowercase letters and numbers.
- Learn how to use a firewall to protect your computer.
- Use up-to-date antivirus and anti-spamware software on your computer.
- Understand social networking website privacy options.
- Make sure your social network profile is set to private.
- Don't accept requests or messages from people you don't know.
- Be careful of links that ask you to post your social network information on an outside site. People who plan to steal your account and try to trick your friends out of money, etc. by using your name often create these types of websites.
Following basic Netiquette is the best plan of action, which will foster a professional platform on all social media and online platforms.
As a reminder I am sharing the basic items to THINK about before you post! As stated in this week's module, "escaping or overcoming a negative Internet reputation is a difficult task, so it is important for young people to learn how to prevent developing one. "
