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Internet Safety: Tips for Safe Teen Blogging(0)
We all know a teenager or two who blogs and maybe even vlogs (video blogging) because online journals are great ways for teens and kids to engage in self-expression. There are many positive benefits of blogging which include identity building, improved writing and communication skills, and more. Over half of all blogs on the Internet [...]
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Internet Safety: 10 Safety Tips for Twitter Users
Twitter’s Privacy Policy states that their services are not geared towards children under 13-years-old, but we all know kids and teenagers who are active Twitter users. With that in mind, we’ve compiled a list of 10 helpful safety tips that Twitter users (and their parents) should keep in mind. Never divulge personal information such as [...]
Cyberbullying: Girls More Likely to Become Cyberbullies than Boys
New research by the Cyber-bullying Research Center at Florida Atlantic University suggests that female teenagers are noticeably more likely to engage in cyberbullying than their male counterparts. Of the 2,000 middle schoolers surveyed, teen girls were also more likely to report cyberbullying to parents and school administrators. Girls generally spread rumors as a means to [...]
Internet Safety: Tips for Using GPS-based Websites
Knowing how to work and play safely with GPS-based sites such as FourSquare is paramount. They are gaining in popularity and can pose security risks to unwitting users. These sites are member based and involve frequent “check-ins” from members via a cell phone app that uses the phone’s geolocation technology – the technology that gives [...]
