Webliography: Cyber Safety Online Resources
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1 Webliography: Cyber Safety Online Resources Acronyms Slang Terminology/Online Chat Abbreviations Define your world. Urban Dictionary. The Urban Dictionary will provide individuals with definitions for slang terms commonly used by teenagers. The dictionary contains an A-Z index. Webopedia s guide to understanding online chat & smiley faces. Webopedia. The guide developed by Webopedia provides individuals with the meanings of online chat abbreviations and smiley faces typically used in the online environment. The abbreviations and their meanings are listed alphabetically (A-Z index). Cyberbullying A Comprehensive Student Guide for Cyberbullying. This guide defines cyberbullying and provides the following: (1) types of cyberbullying, (2) prevention techniques, and (3) actions to take if cyberbullied. McKenna, Phil. (2007). The rise of cyberbullying. New Scientist Tech. Wilde, Marian. (2007). Get the FAQ about cyberbullying. GreatSchools. CyberTipline.com National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. (2008). This site contains information and resources relating to Internet Safety as well as a form (report) to complete for child sexual exploitation. Get Net Wise The following links are from the GetNetWise website ( Each link will provide parents with information about ways to protect their children and themselves from the risks that are experienced in the online environment. Keeping your personal information private. GetNetWise.
2 Protecting your computer from hackers and viruses. GetNetWise. Spotlight on wireless security. GetNetWise. Stopping unwanted and spam. GetNetWise. Tools for families. GetNetWise. FBI - A Parent s Guide to Internet Safety The following links contain helpful tips designed by the FBI to assist parents in protecting their children from online child (sex) predators as well as a link to a newsletter promoting Internet safety from Jericho Schools. Promoting Internet Safety for Middle School Students. What are signs that your child might be at risk on-line? Upper Saddle River Schools. Retrieved January 22, 2007, from What can you do to minimize the chances of an online-exploiter victimizing your child? Upper Saddle River Schools. Retrieved January 22, 2007, from What should you do if you suspect your child is communicating with a sexual predator on-line? Upper Saddle River Schools. Retrieved January 22, 2007, from ng.htm. What should you do if your child has been sexually exploited? Upper Saddle River Schools. Retrieved January 22, 2007, from Intellectual Property Copyright and Fair Use Guidelines for School Projects. Adapted by Kathy Schrock from MediaFestival.org. This fact sheet contains information about copyright and fair use in relation to using a photograph/illustration, music, video clip, or text material in school projects.
3 UC Copyright. Retrieved online June 22, 2006, from This comprehensive site contains resources on copyright basics. Internet Safety The following websites provide valuable information about Internet safety including recommendations/resources for protecting children with their online experiences and different types of software to assist in monitoring children s online activities. Aftab, P. (2007). Parenting online.wiredkids.org. Retrieved January 20, 2007, from Blocking, monitoring, and filtering software. Upper Saddle River Schools. Retrieved January 22, 2007, from Finer, J. F. (2007). The real dangers to kids online and how to avoid them. Software4Parents.com. Retrieved January 21, 2007, from Internet safe coalition. ikeepsafe. Kidz privacy. FTC.gov. Magid, L. (2006). What can parents do about online safety. Safekids.com. Retrieved January 22, 2007, from NetSmartz workshop: Keeping kids and teens safer on the internet. NetSmartz.org. Parent resources: General guides and safety tips. Net Nanny by LookSmart. Parental control & monitoring software. PC Tattletale. The leader in internet safety education. ISafe. Your family's guide to making the internet and technology fun, safe and productive. SafeKids.com.
4 Master the Basics of the Internet and the World Wide Web Online computer dictionary for computer internet terms and definitions. Webopedia.com. Webopedia is an online dictionary that will assist individuals with finding definitions for technology related terminology. The internet owner s manual. Learnthenet.com. Learn The Net is a website dedicated to helping individuals master concepts related to the Internet and the World Wide Web. Online Social Networking MySpace.com The following websites contain articles/reports related specifically to MySpace.com. Layton, J. (2007). How myspace works. Howstuffworks. Retrieved January 18, 2007, from Lenhart, A. & Madden, M. (2007). Social networking websites and teens: An overview. Pew Internet & American Life Project. Retrieved January 20, 2007, from McCarthy, C. (2007). MySpace developing parental-notification software. ZDNet News. Retrieved January 25, 2007, from Rankin, B. (2006). Are teens safe on myspace? Tour Bus List Serv. Retrieved January 26, 2007, from Rankin, B. (2006). Is a private myspace profile really private? Tour Bus List Serv. Retrieved January 26, 2007, from Wilde, M. (2006). Can myspace be good for kids? GreatSchools.net. Retrieved January 23, 2007, from Safe Sites Kid safe search engines and directories. WiredKids.org. This page at the WiredKids.org website contains links to search engines and directories that are safe for children such as Ask Jeeves for Kids, AOL at School Dib Dab Doo and Dilly Too, Kids Click!, Lycos Zone, and Yahooligans!.
5 Smart socializing starts here. BlogSafety.com. BlogSafety.com is a place where teens, parents, educators, and experts can get together to discuss issues related to safe blogging and social networking. The first secure social networking and blogging destination for kids. imbee.com. Imbee.com is a safe online environment where children ages 8-14 can explore and experience online social networking. The NetTrekker suite of award-winning products. NetTrekker.com. NetTrekker is considered America s #1 educational search engine. The site contains a variety of educational categories for all age groups that can be utilized by children, parents, and educators.
