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Internet Safety Issues

Internet Safety Issues. A Quick Guide for Teachers, Parents, & Students. Return to Ethics WebQuest. Who Are You Talking To?. Anyone can be Anyone Online The internet is a faceless vacuum Do you know this person? Most likely, NO… Can they be trusted? No one can be trusted on the Internet

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Internet Safety Issues

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  1. Internet Safety Issues A Quick Guide for Teachers, Parents, & Students Return to Ethics WebQuest

  2. Who Are You Talking To? • Anyone can be Anyone Online • The internet is a faceless vacuum • Do you know this person? • Most likely, NO… • Can they be trusted? • No one can be trusted on the Internet • Never accept at face value that they are who they say they are Return to Ethics WebQuest

  3. Who Are You Talking To? (Cont…) • Never meet someone you’ve met in a chatroom • There are criminals who prey on unsuspecting internet users • These people use the internet as another way of hurting young ones • i.e. sexual predators • Always remain vigilante • Report anything to your parents or teachers that make you feel uncomfortable Return to Ethics WebQuest

  4. Ethical Issues • Bullies exist in cyberspace too • Anyone can be a bully • By sending a hateful email anonymously, you too can be considered a bully • Even though it’s anonymous, it can still have a damaging effect on the receiving end Return to Ethics WebQuest

  5. Conclusion • We have discussed issues relating to safety and ethic in regards to internet & email usage • Main points to consider: • Anyone can be anyone online • Take into consideration how you would feel if you got a hateful or disturbing email anonymously • Remain vigilante • Contact a parent or teacher if you come across something that is either inappropriate, makes you feel uncomfortable, or both • Remember, we are here to ensure you get the most out of your online learning experience!!! Return to Ethics WebQuest

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