We’re excited to be launching a new edition of the Netsafe Kit for Educators in mid 2018! Our new Kit framework will provide schools with a comprehensive set of resources and tools to implement effective digital citizenship practices in their school. This will include online versions of some of our most popular tools, new resources…
Having an appreciation of the unique characteristics of digital information and digital challenges is key to developing an effective prevention and incident response plan
We first introduced a review process – in the form of the Netsafe Kit – in 2000, revising it four times up to 2011. This new Digital Citizenship Capability Review Tool, developed in 2017 by our Education Advisors, reflects a growing understanding of the way digital citizenship is central to effective learning and wellbeing, as well…
There has never been a greater need for schools to take a proactive approach towards whole school community promotion of digital citizenship, including online safety and wellbeing, than there is now. The internet affords new ways of working and learning, and in turn, new challenges are emerging and evolving for young people and those who…
School leaders and teachers can make a report to Netsafe for help on behalf of a student from their school who is experiencing online bullying, abuse or harassment. How can you get help? You can fill out an online contact form or call Netsafe seven days a week on 0508 NETSAFE. We’ll ask some questions…
The use of digital technologies is routinely used in Early Childhood Education (ECE) centres. When used meaningfully and as part of a strategic approach, we see the powerful use of technologies in the early years. This can be seen in sharing new learning with parents/whānau, connecting to other ECE professionals and engaging our tamariki/children in…
Which hero are you? Take our quick quiz for educators to find out if you’re an Energiser, Lone Ranger, Techie, Guide or a Guardian! Find out your greatest strength, your secret weapon and how we can help you to champion online safety in your school. Lone Ranger Greatest strength: Bravery in the face of a…
New Zealand businesses and individuals have received invoices from companies they have never dealt with stating that payment is overdue and requesting immediate payment. The amounts the scammers are looking for vary, but the requests are all in Australian dollars and they attempt to impersonate real companies. Our advice is to be wary opening emails that claim…
The best way to help students learn about the safe and responsible use of digital technologies is through an ongoing conversation about their experiences, deliberate attention to skills and behaviours, and repeated opportunities to apply their learning. The following resources may be useful to help you explore issues with your learners. Use them to: Support…
A single set of rules will not help independent young people behave appropriately online. User agreements are only a starting point if we want to help young people grow their confidence. We need to start by discussing ideas with them and their families/whanau and teach digital citizenship concepts as part of our curriculum. When developing…
