E-Safety by Alana Radford https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn en-us 2018-10-18 00:38:04 UTC 2025-11-10 23:48:09 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Diskette.png radforda https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294146157 An imperative aspect of student well-being which needs to be considered nowadays is that bullying extends far beyond the school ground, into the internet and therefore into the homes and minds of students. The issues which arise at home seep into the school ground and it’s important as teachers that we have the skills to address these issues and do what we can to improve student well-being even when they are detached and consumed by the technology behind screens. 

There is a correlation between students being bullied online and being bullied in school. Furthermore there is a correlation between being bullied and under performing in the classroom which makes dealing with this issue of online bullying and important one to deal with (Beran & Li, 2008). ]]> 2018-10-18 00:40:53 UTC https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294146157 radforda https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294146315 An inclusive school is one where all students feel safe, welcome and have equal opportunities to learn (Foreman, 2014). Being safe online ties into this idea that all students should feel safe.

As educators, we can’t assume that our students are technology natives and therefore can use their devices safely and appropriately (Zammit, 2010). We need to educate students on how to use their resources appropriately to better their knowledge, skills and safety (Zammit, 2010) . Giving them the skills to have a positive presence online and the tools to handle sticky situations online can have drastic improvements to their sense of well-being which is a main focus of the Department of Education's student well-being policy (Victorian Education and Training (VET), 2018). This can also contribute to their sense of belonging in that all students can be given access to digital technologies and feel safe when doing so. 

The student well-being and learning policy by the Department of Education states that we must provide a safe environment and develop students knowledge and skills to manage their own health and well-being (VET, 2018). By educating the students on how to do this appropriately we can ensure that students are given the tools to manage their own health and well-being. 

The policy doesn’t explicitly address the issue of cyber bullying, however addresses issues of bullying in general (VET, 2018). E-safety should be taken into consideration and addressed in the policy.

]]> 2018-10-18 00:41:41 UTC https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294146315 How can you incorporate this into the classroom? radforda https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294146436 An important resource for students, teachers and parents is the e-safety website. E-Safety is a website where parents, teachers and students can report many forms of cyber-bullying and actions are taken to stop the bullying. They have the ability to have unwanted photos deleted and also to contact higher powers to deal with police matters. It is important for students, parents and teachers to be aware of what can be done and who they can talk to when issues arise online. 

In addition to being a safe place to go to there are resources to use in the classroom which can be useful tools. 

Addressing the issues of online safety is necessary to ensure all students feel safe in their environments. ]]> 2018-10-18 00:42:06 UTC https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294146436 Teacher Resource & Link to Policy. radforda https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294146628 These resources can be used within the classroom in subjects such as Health, however it can and should be incorporated as part of the tutorial/homeroom sector.

While these are great resources and it’s good to have access to the safety sources to help students with issues online, steps need to made in the classroom to ensure to the best of our ability as educators to protect students in the classroom.
  • Websites can be blocked by the school server and this is an avenue which can prevent students accessing websites they shouldn’t be during school hours. 
  • You should also educate yourself and stay current so you’re aware of the potential risks and dangers that students can face at home.
  • Hop onto this resource to complete a teaching module on e-safety.
]]> 2018-10-18 00:43:09 UTC https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294146628 radforda https://padlet.com/radforda/pec9s5wg4jqn/wish/294147249 A.  Become masters of the internet
B. Stay current with the student trends online.
C. Know what resources are available to help us, students and parents.
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