Professionals
In the contemporary landscape, children are growing up amid unrestricted access to digital technology. They swiftly grasp and adapt to the opportunities afforded, yet may also encounter challenges along their digital journey. Recognizing the importance of understanding online risks, is imperative for anyone working with children.
While a knowledge gap may exist between a child's digital literacy and that of an adult who did not grow up in the digital age, being a tech expert is not a prerequisite for providing valuable assistance. The fundamental principles of right and wrong should be used consistently both online and offline. Professionals, equipped with life skills, maturity, and experience, play a pivotal role in guiding children, particularly in fostering safety and security online.
The following section is specifically tailored for people working with children and youths. This part of the toolkit is categorized by age so that anyone working with children and adolescents can make use of the resources.
We know that keeping children safe online can be challenging, particularly when they're using devices at a young age. In this part of our toolkit, one can find tools and resources to help people working with children teach them how to stay safe and happy online.
In this section of the toolkit, one can find resources specifically for children between the ages of 8-10. Our resources are easy to use and designed to be fun and engaging, so that learning about online safety is a positive experience.
BeSmartOnline is committed to empowering young people to stay safe online. We know that young people today face unique challenges in the digital world, and we want to help them navigate those challenges with confidence and competence. This part of our toolkit offers a range of resources that can be used to teach 11-13 year olds how to protect themselves online.
Here, one will find a range of resources designed for use with youths 14 years and above. This toolkit provides practical tools to help young people make smart, safe choices online.
