Sunday, November 2, 2008

Netsafe

Netsafe is an organisation partially funded by the Department of Education for New Zealanders. It is designed to support, guide and give direction with internet safety. Netsafe are developing programs to support and sustain not only parents, but also teachers, with regard to guiding our learners in appropriate direction when online. Parents are also able to contact Netsafe for support with specific concerns.

Netsafe are internationally renowned and have developed online software which other countries education departments are trying to apply to their own online educational practices. They provide links to support appropriate safe behaviour for learners online and how to deal with online bullying, as well as other associated issues. Links to other areas are also supplied to further support information.

Netsafe is the first port of call in New Zealand for support with regard to online safety. Netsafe is not only for learners, but also parents, community groups, businesses and any other interested parties. Have a look, if you have any issues with online safety within your home, keep the link as a helpful resource. Netsafe take online safety very seriously.

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