Internet andFacebook Safety

My BackgroundExperienced computer user for 20+ yearsBachelors: Management Information SystemsComputer Systems Engineer for 14 yearsVolunteer youth worker for 10+ yearsLong time Christian

Safety Steps

CommunicateLear

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Be Involved

Learn

The good outweighs the bad

Sites to HelpOnguardOnline.gov

WiredSafety.org

Commonsense.com

Ncmec.org

TRUSTe.org

ConnectSafely.org

NetSmartz.org

WebWiseKids.org

IM ConcernsIf teens aren’t careful during the sign-up

process, they can reveal more than they should.

Easily accessible profiles can allow others to easily contact them.

Some IM programs offer users the option of joining in chats with strangers

The reach of IM can encourage gossiping and bullying

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Computer Monitor SoftwareDifferent age level settingsFiltering and Blocking (incoming & outgoing)Time RestrictionsActivity Logging

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CommunicateInstall a sense of caution, not a sense of fearAsk questions, offer thoughtsAsk about their definition of privacyUnderstand their needsAgree on ground rules; set reasonable

expectationsListen more!

Age StandardsUnder 8: No need for IM or Facebook. In fact,

limit computer time.8-10: Pre-approved friends for IM only. No

Facebook11-12: Give a little more privacy but still IM

only with pre-approved13-15: Allow IM and Facebook but maintain

periodic checks16: You are done: Have they earned trust,

give more freedom. If not, lock it down. All bets are off.

Be InvolvedAll computer should be used out in the openParents need to be proficient You can’t teach or monitor what you don’t

understandWatch your child’s behavior towards others

as wellWatch out for “hidden” accountsDo periodic reviews

DemoFacebook

Account SafetyMake sure Profiles don’t have too much

personal informationYou should know ALL account names and

passwordsScreen names or other names should not

reveal ageTeach how to set strong passwords

Questions?