The internet and mobile technologies have positively transformed our lives, and those of children and young people. The internet provides children and young people with vast opportunities for learning, communication, and support.
However, we must always ensure we take on collective responsibility to protect our children when they using technologies online.
Educating our young people and children on the safe use of the internet can be daunting for parents. So please see below links to useful documents that will provide additional support and guidance as well as continue to demonstrate to all the benefits we gain from using digital technologies in our everyday lives.
Link 1: Internet Safety – Education Scotland
Link 2: East Renfrewshire Curricular Links – ICT Links for parents
https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/curriculinks/links-for-parents/ict-links-for-parents/
Link 3: Think you Know
Link 4: Child Exploitation and Online Protection Command
https://www.ceop.police.uk/safety-centre/
Link 5: East Renfrewshire Council: Keeping Safe Online at home