27 September 2006
UK schools to teach responsible Internet usage
Starting in November schools in the UK will begin providing security presentations to teenagers. The presentations will be given by security professionals who volunteer their time for the service.
In these presentations the children will be taught about the potential dangers of the Internet and as well how the Internet can be advantageous to the teenagers. They will be encouraged to be responsible in their use of the Internet in order to make it safer. Personal safety, data protection and rights management will also be discussed.
This is something other schools around the world should consider introducing as well. I am sure there are many IT professionals who would be willing to donate some time to help children protect themselves. Teens tend to have a lot more free time than adults to spend on the Internet and also are more likely to take part in behaviors that can put them at risk. Knowing how to prevent risky situations will protect teens now and as they get older.
In these presentations the children will be taught about the potential dangers of the Internet and as well how the Internet can be advantageous to the teenagers. They will be encouraged to be responsible in their use of the Internet in order to make it safer. Personal safety, data protection and rights management will also be discussed.
This is something other schools around the world should consider introducing as well. I am sure there are many IT professionals who would be willing to donate some time to help children protect themselves. Teens tend to have a lot more free time than adults to spend on the Internet and also are more likely to take part in behaviors that can put them at risk. Knowing how to prevent risky situations will protect teens now and as they get older.
Labels: education, internet, safety
