http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/esafety Latest news from the e Safety SEGfL microsite en Copyright 2010, All Rights Reserved http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Thu, 27 May 2010 14:41:30 BST Kent County Council has updated their Schools e-Safety Guidance and Policy Templates. The documents have been updated for 2010 to reflect the changes in technology and practice within schools and other settings. The documents have been separated into two volumes: 2010 Policy Guidance and 2010 Policy Template. Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=807 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=807 A useful guide to safeguarding yourself on Facebook including generic e-safety information written by Rob Ellis, ex teacher, consultant and LA advisor to SEGfL Thu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=808 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=808 30 March 2010 Professor Tanya Byron confirmed the UK as the world leader in child internet safety but advised that Government and Industry need to make faster progress in delivery if the UK is to stay ahead of advances in technology. Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=805 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=805 Becta have introduced several new resources and websites to support schools and local authorities in the area of Safeguarding. They include: New Safeguarding themed page on the Becta website Schools flyer that reflects the new OFSTED inspection framework. AUP guidance document Instructions on joining SafetyNet Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=806 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=806 The use of monitoring software on Internet activity is increasing in schools and across services for young people. This guidance document highlights some of the legal issues that need to be considered as well as the educational and policy actions that need to happen. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=804 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=804 The full toolkit of graphics and resources for the UK Council for Child Internet Safety (UKCCIS) ‘Click Clever Click Safe’ campaign are now available for download. Included are starter kits, logos and codes that you can use in your websites. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=803 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=803 Naace the professional association for those concerned with advancing education through the appropriate use of information and communications technology (ICT) is offering free online training for teachers. One of the courses is focussed on e-safety. Naace was established in 1984 and has become the key membership organisation for those working in ICT in education. Go to http://www.ictcpd4free.co.uk/ for more information Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=801 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=801 On the 10th February 2010, Ofsted published its report: "The Safe Use of New Technologies". This report is based on evidence from a small-scale survey carried out between April and July 2009 in 35 maintained schools in England (Including a variety of settings including Primary, Secondary, Special, PRU contexts). Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=802 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=802 This review document is designed to support local authorities in their e-Safety role in relation to schools and associated groups. It is based on Becta’s PIES model (Policy and Leadership, Infrastructure, Education and Standards and Inspection), which each LSCB e-Safety sub group will also be adopting. It is not a complete list but is aimed at providing a starting point to assess e-Safety provision and future developments, locally but also across the region. Support on all these areas can be sought through SEGFL e-Safety officers and the National Educational Network Safeguarding Group. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=799 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=799 Safer Internet Day is next week and it is not too late to get planning for it. Here are some ready made materials that you can use in schools for all age groups. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=800 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=800 WISE KIDS have announced that they are organising two one-day Conferences in Wales together with the Wales Internet Safety Partnership (WISP) entitled Young People in a Digital World 2010 - Preparing, Supporting and Inspiring, on the 1st and 3rd of February at the Swansea DVLA Richard Ley Building and the Technium Cast Bangor respectively. These conferences are also held in part to support European Safer Internet Day which is on the 9th of February 2010. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=798 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=798 OFSTED has released some answers to the most common questions raised through the new Safeguarding area of the inspection. It concentrates on questions around CRB checks. Schools might find them useful as a guide. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=797 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=797 Microsoft are running free parents internet safety sessions for schools. To support European Safer Internet Day on 9th February 2010 and the launch of the new digital code for children "Zip it, Block it, Flag it" Microsoft is offering all UK schools the opportunity to host their own parents e-safety awareness session. See the attached document for further information. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=795 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=795 As many of you are aware, Safer Internet Day is on the 9th February this year with the main theme as 'think before you post'. There are many activities and resources available to support schools on this topic including competitions, assembly materials, and films. The document linked to this article has links to resources available from CEOP and Insafe for SID and also a useful guide to the new privacy settings on Facebook. Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=796 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=796 E-ngage Development is a not-for-profit company working internationally with schools, communities and other agencies committed to making a positive contribution to the education of children by using the creative opportunities of the internet to support learning for all. Schools can register to receive support from e-ngage on their website http://www.e-ngage.net/ and find out more about their work from the attached newsletter Safer  Internet  Day  2010. As  a  celebration  of  Safer  Internet  Day (SID) on 9th February  2010  there  will be two  weeks  of   Engagelive  activities  from  1st  to 12th  of  the  month. See newsletter and website for more information Wed, 30 Dec 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=794 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=794 The UKCCIS have today 8 December 2009, launched their first strategy on child internet safety. Entitled "Click clever, click safe" the "Zip it, Block it, Flag it" campaign is intended for use by schools, retailers and social networks, although it will be up to individual sites to choose how they use it. The report can be downloaded from http://www.dcsf.gov.uk/ukccis/ Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=793 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=793 Orange have a range of education and safety resources available to download and to order from their website. A new short film for parents "not knowing is not enough' is being released in December 2009. Resources for schools to order and support by Orange 'ambassador' staff is also available. Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=791 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=791 Plymouth Safeguarding Children's Board have produced a very useful guide for practitioners on keeping children and young people safe online. Available for £10 the ISBN number is: 9780956040404 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=792 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=792 The Anti Bullying Alliance have released resources to support AB week. Links to the resources can be found on the attached page. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=790 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=790 Vodafone has launched the first comprehensive website to support parents understand their children's online activities and support them in their digital world. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=789 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=789 Special Education Needs Some groups of children are potentially more vulnerable and more at risk than others when using ICT. These can include children with emotional or behavioural difficulties, learning difficulties, and other complex needs, as well as those whose English is an additional language, and looked after children. Look at http://www.childnet.com/kia/sen/ for more specific information on e-safety for SEN children and young people Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=788 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=788 On 12 March 2009, Lord Laming published his report The Protection of Children in England: A Progress Report. The Government accepted all of his recommendations. Schools and LSCBs should be aware that OFSTED has reviewed their framework in light of the recommendations. From September 2009 OFSTED inspectors will be looking at the 'effectiveness of safeguarding procedures'. If schools are judged to be inadequate in this strand, its is likely to be judged to be inadequate overall. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=786 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=786 Kent and Medway have been working together to develop a film, created by young people, for young people to highlight the risks
 associated with Social Networking sites and other websites and how to use them safely. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=785 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=785 London Grid for Learning have developed this resource that provides guidance for Primary teachers on how to incorporate e-safety into the ICT scheme of work. Tue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=780 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=780 This document is currently in draft form but is useful guidance to support any organisation working with young people and technology. It covers topics such as social networking sites, using mobile phones and cameras for school work and storing personal data. Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=779 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=779 On 12 March, Lord Laming published his report The Protection of Children in England: A Progress Report. The Government accepted all of his recommendations and has now published an action plan, setting out its detailed response. The Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families has written to schools to highlight the importance of this action plan and of the role that teachers and other staff have in keeping children safe from abuse. In particular the following para will be of interest to those involved in e-safety: 32. Ofsted have also designed the new school inspection framework which will apply from September 2009 so that it will have a stronger focus on safeguarding. The current inspection framework already includes a judgement about whether safeguarding arrangements in schools are satisfactory but this will be strengthened in the new framework with a grading on a scale from 1(outstanding) to 4(inadequate) for a school's safeguarding arrangements. Any school which receives a grade of 4 will also be likely to be awarded an inadequate grade for its overall performance and will need therefore to make urgent improvements. These arrangements will 'raise the bar' about the importance of safeguarding for schools and will also facilitate the identification and dissemination of best practice. Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=778 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=778 DCSF have just released a resource for teachers and subject leaders who deliver ICT POS for KS3/KS4. It may also be useful for school leaders, governers, careers and parents. Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=777 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=777 A new law has now entered the statute books in the UK as of Monday 26th January 2008. The notes below are a brief explanation of the law. It is clear that current acceptable use policies and the discipline code within schools would not sanction such material. The change however relates to the criminalisation of such images as described and relevant punishments. Each person has their own responsibility for staying within the law. It may be fair however to ensure that users of the computers systems in South East schools are made aware of the new law. Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=776 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=776 Plagiarism is a high-profile issue for schools, particularly issues relating to the internet and coursework. These materials can be used with staff or students to help raise awareness of plagiarism and how it can be avoided. Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=775 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=775 After much demand from the schools community,this draft document was created by several London boroughs and has been released today. The actual document is called Online Research, Communication, Publishing and E-Safety and aims to provide?progression and continuity, with links to relevant E-safety learning and teaching resources?including the Safer Internet assemblies from CEOP which were launched this Wednesday (Safer Internet Day) Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=773 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=773 This briefing note has been compiled in response to the request, in the Byron Review of e-safety in schools, for a short study of what schools are saying in their self-evaluation forms about e-safety. Ofsted conducted a small-scale study of 100 self-evaluation forms of schools that were being inspected in the summer term 2008. The study found considerable variation in how schools monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of their e-safety policies. A considerable proportion of schools do not indicate how they know whether their policies are effective or not in ensuring learners? e-safety. Fri, 23 Jan 2009 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=771 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=771 State-of-the art filtering technology will allow parents, schools, businesses and web users to further restrict access to websites advocating or promoting terrorism. Following joint work between the internet industry and government, web users now have the opportunity to download software allowing them to restrict access to websites that may encourage the endorsement or participation in acts of terrorism. Home Secretary Jacqui Smith announced the initiative so parents and guardians of vulnerable young people can further enhance internet safety for their home computers. The software can be downloaded voluntarily and is available to parents, schools, colleges and businesses. Fri, 28 Nov 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=768 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=768 Bracknell Forest Council has launched some podcasts based on key issues of e-safety. You can listen directly by going to their podcasting site and have the option to download the files. Forest Pathways 004 - E-safety facts and myths Audio extracts of US researchers presenting their findings to a congressional interest group on online teen victimisation, in 3 parts. Pt1: Facts and myths Pt2: Teen behaviour 1 ? statistics Pt3: Teen behaviour 2 ? anecdotal evidence Forest Pathways 008 - E-safety, teachers talking Two Bracknell Forest teachers, from contrasting primary schools, discuss their experiences of dealing with e-safety in their schools. Pt A - What pupils say 16:15 Pt B - Cyberbullying 12:32 Pt C - Educating adults 10:15 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=764 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=764 Ormersby Primary school and the Northern Grid for Learning have just launched a new film called E-safely. Performed and written by the students themselves, the film puts across the powerful message about how to stay safe online. Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=762 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=762 The NEN Safeguarding group have developed and published an E-safety section on the National Education Network website. The two main tools are the audit which allows schools to assess their position with E-safety and the resource matrix that allows all groups to access E-safety resources that are relevant to them. Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=761 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=761 The South West Grid for Learning (SWGfL) are hosting an E-Safety conference in Bournemouth on the 27th November for schools which they have opened to any SEGfL schools nearby. If you would like to register or would like further information, please click on the link below Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=758 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=758 The Becta e-safety team have been working on a variety of documents and conferences to support LSCBs in developing an e-safety strategy. The 'toolkit' has been sent to each LSCB and this term there are a series of conferences within the regions to support LSCBs in using it and writing their strategy. The South East regional conference is on the 12th November 2008 in Brighton. All registrations via the Becta site please. (See link in main article) Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=757 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=757 The Press Complaints Commission (PCC) has just published a resource pack designed for use by sixth-form teachers when designing lessons on press regulation. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=756 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=756 This recent Futurelab article highlights some of the new Web 2.0 tools available to use in Primary schools. They let children learn about blogs, wikis and they can build their own web pages but within a safe environment. The two main products mentioned are Honeycomb from Softease and Edujam. Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=736 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=736 Becta has reviewed and revised the original e-strategy to ensure that we are meeting the requirements of today's learners. New edition published 3rd July 2008. Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=737 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=737 Becta have decided that they would like to involve interested local authorities to help develop new advice and guidance on ?acceptable use policies? ?AUPs Invitations are open to those who work at authority level and have expertise in devising AUPs for schools, or colleges, or other children's services e.g. libraries, looked after children. Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=702 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=702 The Young People and Social Networking Services report commissioned by Becta from Childnet International, is now available from Childnet's digital literacy and citizenship site, Digizen. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=681 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=681 This programme outlines simple classroom activities to help teachers to take practical steps to keep pupils safe online and to increase awareness of the potential dangers of internet usage. E-safety consultant Dr Alan Beecham visits Rhodesway Secondary School in Bradford to work with a group of Year 9 students. Humanities teacher Haroon Gardee and Year 7 inclusion manager Max Crowther join Dr Beecham to gauge pupils' reaction to a fictitious profile they created on a social networking site. Another activity highlights the dangers of sharing too much information, while a further task focuses on security and privacy settings. At Stocksbridge High School in Sheffield, e-safety officers apply an internet safety policy, run parental awareness evenings, and act as a point of contact for pupils. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=682 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=682 Ofcom have just released their report looking at the UK children's media literacy. The promotion of media literacy is a responsibility placed on Ofcom by Section 11 of the Communications Act 2003. Ofcom?s definition of media literacy, developed after formal consultation with stakeholders is ?the ability to access, understand and create communications in a variety of contexts?. Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=639 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=639 The SWGfL has recently developed action plans for schools and LSCBs in light of the Byron Review and e-safety. Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=609 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=609 Children as young as five years old are the focus of a new online safety programme launched on Thursday 8th May 2008, by the Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Centre. Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=589 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=589 NEW 2009 Version now available** Kent County Council has developed two leaflets aimed at helping inform parents and guardians about ICT at home and the issue of e-safety. They are written for two age groups; children (Primary) and young people (secondary). They are available to all local authorities in SEGfL and have been branded for the region so schools can print them off and give to parents. Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=586 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=586 The DCSF have commissioned a film resource covering the topic of cyber bullying called Let's Fight It Together" and it is ready for distribution. The film is available free of charge to maintained schools in England and can be ordered by ringing 0845 60 222 60 (or text phone 0845 60 555 60) and quoting the reference 00239-2008PCK-EN. Your copies will then be dispatched to you. The summary guidance can also be ordered free of charge by quoting reference 00685LEF-EN. Tue, 06 May 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=584 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=584 The launch of the TeachToday.eu website fills a major gap in the web awareness puzzle. Many teachers may feel the need to address the e-safety issues in class but fear that they know less about the new technologies than their pupils; others consider that such issues should indeed be addressed in school but don't know how to tackle a topic that is outside the official curriculum and therefore unsupported. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=578 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=578 The Byron report was published on the 27th March 2008. It's main aim was to look at the risks to children who are exposed to potentially harmful or inappropriate material on the internet or through video games. One of the recommendations is that 'work to implement the Staying Safe Action Plan promotes Becta's LSCB toolkit' - section 5.132. Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 BST http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=537 http://microsites.segfl.org.uk/view_page.php?id=537