Though blogging brought pleasure to life and learning, it can cause negative effect if we use it recklessly. There are some tips for safe blogging I would ask my students to pay attention to before they enjoy themselves in blogging.
l Think about what you post: Sharing provocative photos or intimate details online, even in private emails may cause you problems later on. Even people you consider friends can use this info against you, especially if they become ex-friends.
l Read between the “lines.” It may be fun to check out new people for friendship or romance. However, some people are nice, others act nice because they’re trying to get something. Flattering or supportive messages may be more about manipulation than friendship or romance.
l Don’t talk about sex with strangers: Be cautious when communicating with people you don’t know in person, especially if the conversation starts to be about sex or physical details. Don’t lead them on – you don’t want to be the target of a predator’s grooming. If they persist, ask your teacher and parents for help.
l Avoid in-person meetings: The only way someone can physically harm you is if you’re both in the same location, so – to be 100% safe – don’t meet them in person. If you really have to get together with someone you “met” online, don’t go alone. Have the meeting in a public place, tell a parent or some other solid backup, and bring some friends along.
For more information:
On-line Safety for Kids
Internet Safety News
1 comment:
These are good suggestions.
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