We no longer ‘go’ online, we are online. We’re more connected than ever. This brings young people incredible opportunities both inside and outside of the classroom. It also brings some challenges. We know that creating digital opportunities for students while helping them to be safe online is important to New Zealand schools. Our job is…
This information is an overview of the Harmful Digital Communications Act (the Act), including the responsibilities of schools. The information is useful to accurately explain the Act to school leaders and educators, and to understand the help available under the legislation for students targeted by harmful digital communications. Why is the Act important for schools?…
A look at school’s responsibilities in collecting, storing and using the private information it gathers.
The Netsafe Kit helps schools to address student online safety and support digital citizenship. Following expert consultation, the fourth version of the Netsafe Kit details seven steps required to produce a safe learning environment with digital citizenship at its core.
Cybersafety has evolved and so has NetSafe. Schools can now access three document templates that help deliver increased individual responsibility and accountability. They are the “Digital Citizenship Policy” and “Responsible Use Agreement” for staff and students as part of the NetSafe Kit for Schools.
