This morning all forms were shown a short film about internet safety and this was followed by a discussion.
I think that this is such an important topic. Communication is becoming easier and easier, as is information sharing and although this brings huge benefits, it also increases the risks we are all exposed to. This is particularly true of children who, as always, are the most vulnerable members of society. I have always felt that social networking sites such as Facebook, Bebo and Myspace put children at risk and I wish there was more that we could do to prevent children from being exposed to things that they are not ready for.
This morning's session was very useful and thought provoking and I hope that the boys will think carefully the next time they use the internet.
I think that this is such an important topic. Communication is becoming easier and easier, as is information sharing and although this brings huge benefits, it also increases the risks we are all exposed to. This is particularly true of children who, as always, are the most vulnerable members of society. I have always felt that social networking sites such as Facebook, Bebo and Myspace put children at risk and I wish there was more that we could do to prevent children from being exposed to things that they are not ready for.
This morning's session was very useful and thought provoking and I hope that the boys will think carefully the next time they use the internet.
