1. Benefits

• Quick access to knowledge and learning apps

• Fun ways to create things (draw, code, make videos)

• Lets kids talk, share and work together

• Prepares them for future jobs that use tech

2. Risks

• Online bullying or rude comments

• Accidentally seeing harmful stuff

• Too much screen time can affect health and mood

• Personal info getting shared or hacked

3. School strategies

• Bullying: teach respect online, have reporting steps, set clear rules

• Content: filters, supervision, lessons on safe browsing

• Screen time: balance devices with hands-on activities

• Privacy: teach safe passwords, careful sharing, protect school data

1. time management skill for teachers.

   • limited materials

   • doesn't make a mess

   • for research purposes

   • independence

   • Improves digital literacy which is vital for later in life

   • helps with homework

2. access to inappropriate information or images (age appropriate)

   • excessive screen time

   • addiction

   • privacy risks

   • reduced social interaction

   • rely on the internet to write answers to questions instead of learning.

3. schools put in security/ privacy locks on the the children's iPad/ laptop to ensure students aren't exposed to inappropriate content.

   - information sessions on technology and how to use it properly

   - screen time limit

   -Screen time: Promote balance with regular breaks, outdoor play, and healthy tech-use guidelines.

   -Inappropriate content: Use filters on school devices and teach students how to avoid unsafe websites.

Question 1- Technology gives students an alternative way to learn and a way in which they can relate to. They can explore new topics through videos, websites, and games that make learning fun and interactive. It helps them work together on projects, even if they’re not in the same place, and share ideas in creative ways like making slideshows, animations, or digital stories. Technology also helps students build important life skills, like solving problems, thinking critically, and using online tools safely and responsibly. It can make learning more exciting, more personal, and better suited to each student’s needs and interests. It's a great way for students to learn about the world and everything technology can assist with, in a controlled environment that can keep them aware and safe.

Question 2- One big concern is that they might see things online that are unsafe or upsetting, like violent content, bullying, or false information. Spending too much time on screens can also affect their sleep, mood, and ability to focus in class. Some children may feel pressure to look or act a certain way because of what they see on social media. And they also might share personal information without knowing the risks.

Question 3- To manage content risks, schools can teach students how to think critically about what they see online and use filters to block harmful or inappropriate material. For contract risks, students need simple lessons on privacy, and how to avoid scams or misleading terms when using apps and websites/ how to know if you're talking to a real person and if that real person is safe. Also not to interact with people you don't know. To reduce conduct risks like cyberbullying or harmful online behaviour, schools can promote kindness, empathy, and respectful communication through clear rules. Finally, to address compulsion risks such as excessive screen time or technology overuse schools can encourage healthy habits, teach balance, and encourage moments that support focus and wellbeing such as mindfulness breaks, physical education and create a good balance between handwritten work and technology work.

• Children can have access to a variety of informational resources and knowledge that they can research. It may suit children who prefer technology to learn.

• Children can communicate with each other, such as texting, FaceTime, and using audio messages

• Can build ICT skills like using different programs like Excel, Google Docs and so on

• They can have more exposure to different media formats such as animation, videos, music programs and so on, so it can optimise creativity

2. Technology

• Cannot be monitored, so they can access unrestricted material that may not be appropriate for their age. This can be the case when left unsupervised

• More likely to lead a sedentary lifestyle if they are constantly on technology

• Over long periods of time can lead to reduced attention spans and potentially cognitive function (creative thinking, for instance)

• Someone can have encounters with a cyberbully or become one

• Can lead to sensitive or private information being accidentally leaked, such as name, address, phone number and so on.

3. School strategies

   Content:

   • Schools can restrict websites and certain platforms

   • Teachers monitor technology use within the classroom. They can also provide resources that a more friendly.

Contact:

• Educate children not to have conversations online (spread awareness)

• Educate children on the warning signs of what a stranger's intentions might be

• Communicating to parents about these risks as well

Conduct:

• Educate children about what is acceptable and unacceptable behaviour online

• Phone bans during school hours to prevent the likelihood of cyberbullying occurring while on school property

• Reitering that if you won't say it to their face in person,, why say it online

• Expressing the consequences of their actions and also teaching them how to report them

Compulsion:

• Educating students about setting boundaries/rules (20minutes on screen, then 20minutes off)

• Schools can limit the use of screen time in classrooms as well

• Educators can teach students about the consequences of prolonged screen time and communicate this to parents as well

What are some of the benefits of children using technology?

-          Children develop digital literacy skills needed for future study and employment

-          Technology can be used to support students with diverse learning needs (e.g. text-to-speech tools)

-          Students can access a wide range of information that would not be readily accessible within the classroom

-          Educational apps and videos can engage students and support different learning styles

What are some of the risks/potential harms of children using technology?

-          Exposure to misinformation    

-          Exposure to sexual and violent imagery not suitable for their age

-          Cyberbullying and online predators

-          Excessive screen time can impact the development of social skills and encourage a sedentary lifestyle, affecting health outcomes

-          Addiction to screens, affecting engagement with day-to-day life (e.g. school work)

What are some strategies that schools can implement to support student wellbeing/safety in relation to the 4 risk areas of technology use?

Content

-          Include age-appropriate content

-          Manage internet access

-          Teach digital and media literacy

Contact

-          Promote help seeking behaviours

-          Role play scenarios

-          Adopt a whole-school approach

Conduct

-          E Smart Digital Licence Program

-          Student digital code of conduct

Compulsion

-          Educate students on an appropriate screen time balance

-          Enforce regular technology free times throughout the school day

-          Teach students how games and apps are designed to keep us hooked