Removing Pictures & Videos Online
“Steps you can take to get pictures off the Internet.”
What is Malware?
“Malware, also known as malicious software, is a term used to describe malicious programs installed on end-user systems and servers, commonly known as a computer virus. “
Cyber Security Consumer Tip Sheet: Protecting Yourself from Malware
Advice for protecting yourself from Malware.
Anonymous or Not?
“Students use Kahoot.it to demonstrate how to create a safe and respectful username when interacting online.”
Internet Traffic Light
“How do you stay safe when visiting a website or app?”
Internet Traffic Light
A video for young children. Check out the link to the accompanying Common Sense Media lesson plan in our teacher resource section.
Digital Trails
“What information is OK to have in your digital footprint?”
Follow the Digital Trail
A video for young children. Check out the link to the accompanying Common Sense Media lesson plan in our teacher resource section.
Smartie the Penguin
Various books and activities related to online privacy.
Safety in My Online Neighborhood
“How do you go places safely online?”
Safety in My Online Neighborhood
A video for young children. Check out the link to the accompanying Common Sense Media lesson plan in our teacher resource section.
Vinz and Lou on the Internet: A Cat and Mouse Game
“Who’s hiding behind the username? We never know. “
Zoe and Molly Online: Teacher Toolkit
Grade 4 Teacher’s Guide, which contains, “activities related to staying safe online”. Find a link to the accompanying student workbook by searching Zoe and Molly in the search bar.
Private and Personal Information
“What information about you is OK to share online?”
Private and Personal Information
A video for young children. Check out the link to the accompanying Common Sense Media lesson plan in our teacher resource section.
Harry Potter Fakebook- Profile Analysis
“Explore concepts related to social media use and safety.”
Understanding Your Online Footprints: How to Protect Your Personal Information on the Internet
Resources to explore digital footprints and privacy.
Zoe and Molly Online: Staying Safe
“Comics, games and activities created by the Canadian Centre for Child Protection to promote online safety.”
How Web Aware Are You?
A checklist/pledge for kids to develop internet awareness.
Safe Online Surfing
A website with online games sorted by grade level. “Have fun while learning about staying safe online.”
Get Cybersafe: Entertainment, Games and Contests
“Resources and advice for staying safe online from the Canadian Government.”
Winning the Cyber Security Game
Tools and strategies are explored to minimize risks online.
Be Smart, Strong and Safe
A booklet of various activities for kids, with tips to stay safe online.
How to Empower Students with Technology
“Teachers can draw on their students’ expertise with educational technology. Hear how one teacher does it.”
Quebec Social Integration Network
Technology resources and instructional videos.
Common Sense Media: Ed. Tech
A playlist with short videos on popular EdTech Tools.
Critical Evaluation of a Content-Based I-Pad/I-Pod App.
An example of a checklist that can be used to evaluate apps.
ED Tech Tools
A searchable rated list of educational apps, by subject.
5 Easy Ways Teachers Can Stay Relevant in the Digital Age
Teacher tips for staying up to date with ED Tech.
How Teachers Can Easily Keep up With Technology Trends
Teacher tips for staying up to date with ED Tech.
Help! Someone Shared a Photo of Me Without My Consent.
What to do if someone shares a picture of you without consent.
Helping Your Child to Stay Safe Online
“Learn about the steps that Canadian parents can take to protect children online.”
What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You: Rogue Sites and Online Risk
An article on accessing illegal sharing sites and the risks.
Think Before You Share
Tips from Facebook and MediaSmarts: “posters, and guides — why we should think before we share”.
Easy Ways to Stay Safe on Your Mobile
“How to use your mobile device safely with tips about strong passcodes, security settings and more.”
Privacy and Internet Life
“Students are made aware of online privacy issues, primarily those relating to giving out personal information on social networking sites.”
Playing With Privacy
“Students explore how their information is used on gaming sites and debate the trade-offs.”
Lesson in Action: Private Today, Public Tomorrow
“Students reflect on their responsibility to protect the privacy of others when posting information about them online.”
The Privacy Dilemma
“Students discuss, debate reflect and present on privacy and access to information.”
Who Knows? Your Privacy in the Information Age
“Students explore issues relating to privacy through a series of activities, surveys and quizzes”
Google Tracks Your Movements, Like It or Not
Interesting article and topic to discuss with students.
