Digital Wisdom: Internet Safety for Parents

"Digital Wisdom" is an essential training session for parents, focusing on equipping them with the necessary skills to ensure their children's safety in the digital world. This concise yet comprehensive program compares internet safety to real-world precautions, making the complex topic of online dangers accessible and relatable.

The session begins by establishing an analogy between online and physical safety. This approach helps parents understand the importance of internet vigilance through familiar concepts. It sets the foundation for the training, emphasizing the need for cautious navigation in the digital landscape.

We will then highlight the risks associated with the online environment, including cyberbullying, exposure to harmful content, and online predators. This segment uses statistics and real-life instances to bring to light the various threats and the importance of parental awareness and intervention.

Drawing from Phillip Zimbardo's "Man, Interrupted," the session offers a research-based perspective on the impact of parental and community involvement in shaping safer online experiences. Practical strategies for monitoring and guiding digital interactions will be discussed, empowering parents with actionable tools.

Furthermore, the introduction of the PAG/CPR systems (Parental Advisory Groups/Community Parental Resources) underscores the significance of community support in internet safety. This part of the session emphasizes the collaborative effort required to protect children online.

Concluding with a Q&A, the session provides a platform for parents to engage, clarify doubts, and share experiences, making "Digital Wisdom" a pivotal step in fostering a safer digital environment for children

Thursday, 25 January 2024

7.30 - 8.15 AM at UG Seminar 

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