This section contains guides for teachers such as how to deal with cyberbullying or how to teach internet safety.
According to NACOS 2021 report, most children in Ireland are positive about the Internet and say there are good elements […]
Introducing a new digital tool or app to your class can bring many benefits and enhance teaching and learning experiences. […]
Put online safety at the top of the agenda for the school year ahead with our Online Safety Calendar 2023-24! […]
Designed for post-primary teachers this webinar explores how to address the topic of cyberbullying and promote respectful communication.
Designed for post-primary teachers of SPHE and RSE this webinar explores the topic of image-sharing and consent online using the Lockers programme.
Evening webinars for primary and post-primary teachers on online safety in the classroom. The aim of the webinars is to give teachers further knowledge and confidence to use the available Webwise resources to teach online safety topics to their students.
Pupils are increasingly accessing the internet and digital technologies from a younger age, and the online world is very much […]
With learning and education going online, here is a reminder of some key considerations – now more important than ever – that schools should factor into their plans to ensure a safe learning experience for students and teachers.
Digital technologies and being online provides young people with opportunities to create, play, connect, socialise, and to learn. Digital citizenship is having the ability to positively and actively engage in society through the use of digital technology. In order to become effective digital citizens, young people need to be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills.
Live lessons can be a useful way to allow for interactivity and maintaining connections with students when schools are teaching remotely. However, it can also present safety challenges while working in an online environment and there are key considerations to take into account to help to keep staff and students safe.
As teaching moves online, school leaders and teachers should re-familiarise themselves with their AUP. Updates may need to be made […]
There are wide range of supports from PDST Technology in Education and the PDST Digital Technologies team to help teachers and schools effectively embed digital technologies into teaching, learning and assessment. The supports include free online courses, good practice videos, blended learning support, free education resources, and technology/ICT support for schools.
Worried about something you have seen online or concerned about your child? Childline and the National Parents Council Primary offer free advice and support service.
Childline is a support service for young people up to the age of 18.There is a 24hr telephone, online and mobile phone texting service.
The National Parents Council Primary enables and empowers parents to be effective partners in their children’s education.
Sometimes you might unwittingly stumble across illegal online content like child abuse imagery. Always remember: you can report it and get it removed using Hotline.ie.
Hotline.ie exists to combat the distribution and proliferation of illegal content, like child sexual
abuse content, in conjunction with police and Internet Industry