Keep kids safer online – Good Things Foundation https://goodthingsaustralia.org Closing the digital divide Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:11:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/curves-150x150.png Keep kids safer online – Good Things Foundation https://goodthingsaustralia.org 32 32 Keeping kids safer online https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/keeping-kids-safer-online/ Wed, 18 Sep 2024 01:44:36 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?post_type=learn-resource&p=6000 Online safety is a priority for lots of people with kids, but it can be overwhelming. Increase your kids online safety by following these simple tips. A family tech agreement is a simple plan that outlines your family’s rules for going online and using tech. It can include things like: Most gaming and social media apps have privacy settings. They let you control…

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]]> Embracing the Internet: A Beginner’s Guide https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/smithfamily-tipsheet-usinginternetv2/ Wed, 17 Jul 2024 03:34:24 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?p=4366 The internet is a powerful tool that allows you to stay in touch, bank online, shop, keep up with news, and even help with homework. To access it, you’ll need Wi-Fi or mobile data. However, it’s important to be cautious as viruses and scams can pose a threat. You can find websites by typing addresses, using search engines, or bookmarks. Additionally, it’s crucial to respect copyright and online…

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]]> Keeping Your Online Accounts Safe With Strong Passwords https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/smithfamily-strong-passwords/ Wed, 17 Jul 2024 03:22:19 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?p=4368 This resource explains the importance of using strong passwords to protect personal information online. It highlights common mistakes to avoid when creating passwords and provides tips for choosing strong and memorable combinations of letters, numbers, and symbols. It also offers guidance on managing and recovering forgotten passwords, emphasizing the significance of online safety.

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]]> Online Safety Guide for Families https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/smithfamily-tipsheet-being-safe-online/ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 07:47:02 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?p=4367 This guide provides valuable tips for ensuring the safety of your family online. It covers various aspects including online security, protecting personal information, safe online shopping, and measures to keep children safe on the internet. From using security software to creating a safe online environment for children, this guide offers essential advice for navigating the digital world safely.

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]]> eSafety Kids https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/esafety-kids-2/ Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:47:23 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/?post_type=learn-resource&p=5034 The Australian eSafety Commissioner has resources designed for kids to keep them safer online. Topics include…

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]]> Video: What to share online. https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-what-to-share-online/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:00:02 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-what-to-share-online/ This video demonstrates what is ok to share online and what is not ok.

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]]> Video: Getting permission to post online. https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-getting-permission-to-post-online/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:00:02 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-getting-permission-to-post-online/ This video shows how your learner can ask someone else permission for their video to be posted online.

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]]> Video: Cyber bullying. https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-cyber-bullying/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:00:02 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-cyber-bullying/ This video shows what cyberbullying can look like to your learners.

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]]> Video: Stranger Danger. https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-stranger-danger/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:00:02 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-stranger-danger/ This video shows what your learner needs to be aware of online.

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]]> Video: What to do when you get a scam email. https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-what-to-do-when-you-get-a-scam-email/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 06:00:01 +0000 https://goodthingsaustralia.org/learn-resource/video-what-to-do-when-you-get-a-scam-email/ This video demonstrates what your learner can do in case they get a scam email…

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