A photograph from a party or social event may not necessarily create the right image or set the right example. A photograph is a split second in time, but such images or careless comments can give others the wrong impression and cause problems that last far beyond that moment.

Many employers routinely check the social media accounts and web presence of potential employees and schools are doing the same. One headteacher recently remarked that it was better for him to check from the outset rather than have parents do it later on and cause issues.

Every year, for the last 14, Safer Internet Day (SID) has been celebrated in February, right across the globe.

This year, SID took place on 7 February 2017 with a theme of “Be the change: Unite for a better internet”, with more than 130 countries participating.

How recent is the information?

How recently has the website been updated?

Is it current enough for your topic?

* Reliability -

What kind of information is included in the resource?

Is content of the resource primarily opinion? Is is balanced?

Does the creator provide references or sources for data or quotations?

* Authority -

Who is the creator or author?

Who is the published or sponsor?

What is the publisher’s interest (if any) in this information?

Are there advertisements on the website?

* Purpose/Point of View -

Is this fact or opinion?

Is the creator/author trying to sell you something?
In the end I would show them that it's a fake piece of new.

Cyberbullying is the intent to offend, threaten, block or harass others by using technical devices such as the internet and mobile phones. The perpetrator - also called "bully" - is seeking a victim who cannot defend himself against the attacks.

Furthermore, have a look at the video below. ‘Let’s fight together’ is an award winning film resources for 11-15 year olds created by Childnet, it helps to sensitise people to the hurt and pain that can be caused by cyberbullying. The film shows ways in which cyberbullying can occur, who it involves, how it can affect different people, and what can be done to prevent it and respond to it.

There are six key areas to consider:

Help centre: This contains a wealth of information and can be accessed herehttps://www.facebook.com/help/

Think Before You Share is an initiative which encourages users to think carefully about the content that they are sharing online and which provides tips on how to fix things that have gone wrong. The PDF can be accessed herehttp://mediasmarts.ca/sites/mediasmarts/files/pdfs/tipsheet/TipSheet_Think_Before_You_Share_2.pdf

End Bullying Be Kind Online is another initiative which aims to tackle LGBT abuse. A PDF can be accessed here https://fbnewsroomus.files.wordpress.com/2016/07/lgbt_guide_uk.pdf 

A guide to staying safe on Facebook was produced with Women’s Aid in Ireland and contains information dedicated to women at risk – possibly who have been victims of domestic violence or who have been targeted by an ex-partner. It can be downloaded herehttps://fbnewsroomus.files.wordpress.com/2016/10/womensaidirelandfacebooksafetyguide.pdf 

Safety Centre - https://www.facebook.com/safety 
This has lots of practical tools and tips including videos. The content is available in over 50 languages and there are lots of PDFs which can be downloaded and well as information on how to connect with experts locally. 

Bullying Prevention Hub - https://www.facebook.com/safety/bullying
This was developed in partnership with the Yale Centre for Emotional Intelligence. It has recently been refreshed and is a resource for teens, parents and educators who are seeking support and help for issues related to bullying. It offers step-by-step plans including guidance on how to start important conversations for people being bullied. This is focused on actions and signposts to experts in different countries. 

Parents Portal - https://www.facebook.com/safety/parents
The idea of the parent portal is to enable parents to have conversations with their children about what they are doing online and who they are connecting with.
Privacy Checkup - https://www.facebook.com/help/443357099140264/

The Privacy Checkup helps you review who can see your posts and info from your profile, like your phone number and email address. It also shows you your settings for apps you’ve logged into with Facebook.

You can use the Privacy Checkup to review and adjust your privacy settings to help make sure that you’re sharing with who you want.

Therefore, if you have concerns that one of your pupils is being, or has been, radicalised or incited to violence or prejudicial action, you should follow your school’s standard safeguarding procedures. 

Within this context, you can: