Proper Online Behavior and Communication

Protecting personal information and well-being when using the internet.

Rules about the minimum age a person needs to be to use certain websites and applications.

The trail of information you leave behind online, which is hard to completely remove.

A method for using the internet safely (as a mnemonic): Safe, Meeting, Accepting, Reliable, Tell.

Keeping personal information like address and school away from strangers.

Details about yourself, such as your name, address, and school.

Avoiding sharing personal information with people you don't know online to prevent potential risks.

How we communicate information and how to control what we share with others online.

Only meet online friends in person with a trusted adult. Never meet someone you only know online without parental/guardian permission.

Don't click links from unfamiliar sources or those seeming too good to be true. Verify with a trusted adult if unsure.

Be cautious about opening attachments from unknown senders or if the attachment, email subject, or content seems strange, even from known sources.

Develop online friendships safely and carefully. Never share personal information with strangers.

Meeting online friends in person should only be done with a trusted adult and if there is permission

Be wary of opening email attachments from unknown senders or if they seem suspicious. Always ask a trusted adult

Never click on links from unknown sources or those promising unrealistic gains. Always verify with a trusted adult.

Information that is trustworthy and accurate.

A website that may not be accurate or trustworthy.

Report online upset to a trusted adult.

A set of rules for safe and responsible online behavior.

Online friends may not always be trustworthy.

Verifying information from multiple sources to confirm accuracy.

Experiencing negative emotions or distress from online interactions.

The way people communicate online can be different from how they talk in real life. People might be more likely to say things online that they wouldn't say in person.

Saying unkind things online is just as hurtful as saying them in real life. It's important to be mindful of the impact of our words.

Before posting something online, consider if you would say it to someone's face in real life. If you wouldn't, it's usually best not to post it.

A good rule of thumb for online communication is to ask yourself if you would say it in real life. If the answer is no, it's probably not safe to say it online.

Even though we can't see people's reactions online, our words can still have a negative impact on others. It's important to be kind and considerate.

A group of people connected through the internet, sharing interests or purposes.

Interaction with others over the internet, using tools like chat rooms, social media or games.

The ability to communicate with people anywhere in the world, immediately.

A group of people living in the same area and interacting face to face or through local venues.

A group of people with common interests, purpose or locality.

Communicating with people across the world.

Websites and apps that connect people online through sharing content and interaction.

People can connect with others who share the same interests, potentially form friendships or explore new avenues of work or support