Project Netwise
Resources
The goal of this resource page is to provide educators, law enforcement, and community members with educational tools and materials to assist in the fight to reduce cyber crimes. This will be done through education, awareness, and reporting.
Internet Safety Act
The new Internet Safety Act can be viewed at the Illinois State Board of Education website along with additional Internet safety best practices and resources. Click here to open the Illinois State Board of Education website.
Beginning in the 2009-2010 school year, school districts have to incorporation Internet safety education into the curriculum for grades 3 and above. It is recommended that the following seven units be included:
- Safe and responsible use of social networking websites, chat rooms, electronic mail, bulletin boards, instant messaging, and other means of communication on the Internet.
- Recognizing, avoiding, and reporting online solicitations of students, their classmates, and their friends by sexual predators.
- Risks of transmitting personal information on the Internet.
- Recognizing and avoiding unsolicited or deceptive communications received online.
- Recognizing and reporting online harassment and cyber-bullying.
- Reporting illegal activities and communications on the Internet.
- Copyright laws on written materials, photographs, music, and video.
K9 Web Protection from Blue Coat
FREE Internet Filter! This program will allow you to block 60 content categories, including: pornography, hate speech, violence, and gambling. In addition to blocking unwanted information you will be able to monitor and control website access, and view reports of Internet activity. For additional information click K9 Web Protection from Blue Coat.
Avoid ID Theft
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has created a website that educates individuals on ways to deter, deflect, and defend against ID theft. One common way ID theft occurs is through Phishing. Ex. "They (criminals) pretend to be financial institutions or companies and send spam or pop-up messages to get you to reveal your personal information." www.ftc.gov/idtheft. If you would like to learn more about Phishing or other forms of ID theft click Avoid ID Theft.
CyberTipLine
This site has been created to handle crimes concerning possession, manufacture, and distribution of child pornography, online enticement of children for sexual acts, child victims of prostitution, sex tourism involving children, extrafamilial molestation of children, obscene material sent to a child, and misleading domain names. Click CyberTipLine for additional information.
The federal government and the technology industry have highlighted practical tips to help you guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer, and protect your personal information. Click OnGuardOnline to learn more.
Additional Links
High Speed Internet – Online Safety for Children
A list of guidelines for children to follow to stay safe while using the internet.
http://www.high-speed-internet-access-guide.com/articles/online-safety-for-children.html
The Police Notebook – Kid Safety on the Internet
A slideshow of questions and answers to help kids protect themselves and handle emergencies when they are using the internet.
http://www.ou.edu/oupd/kidsafe/start.htm
Online Safety – Teaching Children about Online Risks
A collection of resources from the leading online safety organizations and learn how you can protect your family.
http://kids.yahoo.com/parents/online-safety
Parents Guide to the Internet
A booklet by U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational Research and Improvement and Office of Educational Technology with information for parents relating to internet use and safety.
http://www2.ed.gov/pubs/parents/internet/index.html
Kids on the Web: Safety on the Net
A list of software packages available that try to help keep children safer on the Internet.
http://www.zen.org/~brendan/kids-safe.html
Kids Konnect
A safe Internet gateway for kids of all ages.
http://www.kidskonnect.com/
Websites for Kids
A list of great websites for Kids (and the Adults who care about them).
http://www-lib.co.santa-clara.ca.us/kids/kidssites.html
Kids Online Safety - Online Safety Tips for Children, Young People, and Parents!
Sites to get resources and practical advice to help young kids, kids, teens and parents safely enjoy the online world.
http://www.any-parental-control.com/kids-online-safety.html