Internet Safety Guidance for Pupils
Online Safety and Acceptable Use of ICT - Important Points
Pictures - of you |
Pictures - of others |
Text messages, WhatsApps etc. |
Usernames and Passwords |
Think very carefully before you post pictures of yourself online. Digital images can stay on the internet forever and employers often search online for information about potential and existing employees. |
Please do not take, use, share, publish or distribute images of others without their permission. |
Inform an adult straight away about any communication that makes you feel uncomfortable, is offensive, discriminatory, threatening or bullying in nature and do not respond to any such communication. |
Keep your username and password safe and secure. Do not share it or try to use any other person’s username and password. |
Netiquette |
Personal Data and GDPR |
Plagiarism and Copyright |
Social Media |
Be polite and responsible when you communicate with others, Do not use strong, aggressive or inappropriate language and appreciate that others may have different opinions. |
Do not disclose or share personal information about yourself or others when on-line (this could include names, addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, age, gender, educational details, financial details etc ) |
Always put research into your own words. If you do copy and paste from the Internet, you must give credit to the author and be aware that you will only earn marks for your own work. |
If you meet the age requirements for social media accounts, be selective with friend requests and mindful of fake accounts. Update your security settings regularly and be very careful about what you share |
Online Safety and Acceptable Use of ICT Policy - Student Version
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Worries about the world : How to deal with worries and supporting a friend who is being bullied.
Staying safe online : Advice on keeping devices safe online and getting help with online bullying. Sexting : Things to think about before sending a photo and includes a link to the Zipit app. |
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BBC – Own It: This website features advice on topics like reporting an issue on social media, staying safe online and avoiding account hacks.
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