TCC E-Safety
Parent/Carer Hub
On the UK Safter Internet website, you will find information about Phones, Laptops, Smart Speakers, Games Consoles, Tablets and Smart TVs. As well as helpful guides to Social Media.
https://saferinternet.org.uk/guide-and-resource/parents-and-carers
Click on the icons below to take you to the relevant part of the Safer Internet Website.
Click on the icons below to take you to further information/guidance on each Social Media platform.Further information can also be found on the Safer Internet website-
https://saferinternet.org.uk/guide-and-resource/social-media-guides
E-Safety Newsletters
E-Safety Updates
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The podcast discussion explores the impact of social media on girls’ body image and self-esteem. Drawing on insights from social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s book ‘The Anxious Generation’, they discuss the mental health challenges young girls face due to the unrealistic standards presented on platforms like Instagram and TikTok.
Episode 4: Behind the Selfie, Girls, Social Media and Self-Esteem
- Navigating the Digital Jungle PodcastThe podcast discussion explores the impact of technology on children’s mental health and well-being. They discuss essential components of good mental health in children and the negative effects of technology overuse, such as reduced physical activity and sleep disruption
Episode 3: Mental Wellness for Kids in the Digital World
https://navigatingthedigitaljungle.com/season-1/
- Navigating the Digital Jungle PodcastThe podcast discussion covers the importance of setting boundaries and suggests the idea of having family contracts for phone usage, as well as guidance on how to foster healthy digital habits.
Episode 2: Understanding the Digital Landscape – FOMO and Phones
- Navigating the Digital Jungle Podcast
The podcast discussion covers healthy screen time, online safety, AI literacy, managing smartphones for children, and the impact of internet usage on developing brainsEpisode 1- Smartphone Safari
- The Guardian has published a news story on the introduction of new measures on Roblox aiming to improve protection for children on the online gaming platform. Updates include greater parental controls allowing parents to monitor their children’s activity on the platform; adjustments to built-in limits around how children under 13-years-old can communicate with others; and changes to content warning labels.
Find out more at-
https://www.internetmatters.org/parental-controls/gaming-consoles/roblox-parental-controls/
- Barnardos has published a new report on children’s experiences online, examining their understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
‘You’ve probably heard of generative AI, but what is it, and how does it affect your family? Whether it’s helping with homework, creating art, or answering questions, gen AI is likely already a part of your kids’ lives, both in school and at home. A lot of teens are using these tools, but many parents don’t even realize it.’
Find out more at-
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/articles/parents-ultimate-guide-to-generative-ai
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