Google’s Safety Center offers parents good advice on keeping their kids safe online. Much of the information provided in the Safety Center is focused on things like privacy settings, search filters, and Android app management. The information on settings and filters is complemented with advice on talking to kids about responsible online behaviors. That advice comes from organizations including Common Sense Media, iKeep Safe, and OnGuard Online.
Applications for Education
As the school year winds-down consider adding some information about Google’s Safety Center to a school blog post, library blog post, or newsletter. Even if parents have seen this information before, it’s worth remembering as we head into summer when many students will be home alone with lots of time to be on the web.