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= **Business & Computer Science** = = **Grades 6-8** = = **Internet Safety** =

a) Identify Internet safety and security concerns (Cyber Predators, etc.). b) Discuss illegal aspects of software piracy, hacking, and computer viruses.
 * GPS Standard:**
 * MSBCS-BCSI-5: Students will discuss Internet safety and security issues.**


 * Videos**

“Viruses, Worms, and Trojans…Oh My!” [] - This video discusses malware: viruses, worms, and Trojans. It tells how these are transmitted and what they can do to your computer.

“Facebook, YouTube, Texting: Rules of the Road for Kids” [|http://quietube2.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gd520wZZGDE&amp%3bfeature=related] – This video was created by CommonSense.org and uses four kids to tell some simple rules about using the Internet. This is a video to which #|students can relate.


 * Wiki**

“The Internet Safety Project Wiki” [] - is a fantastic site that has a vast array of resources including podcasts, blogs, articles, forums, and videos. This is the most comprehensive site I’ve found dealing with Internet Safety!

“Internet Safety Curriculum Resources” http://mrsa.wikispaces.com/Internet+Safety+Curriculum+Resources - A great resource of links to numerous sites regarding Internet Safety, including lesson plans, videos, games, and quizzes. A wide assortment of information makes this a great place to start research on Internet safety.


 * Blog**

“Family and Child Online Safety Blog – SafetyClicks” [] - A resource provided by AOL featuring five bloggers about a variety of topics regarding Internet Safety. Current and up-to-date. Excellent source!

“Cyber Safety Campaign developed by Boston Public Schools” [] - Lots of entries on Cyberbullying, Cybersecurity, Online Personal Safety, Intellectual Property, Social Networking and much more!


 * Presentation**

“Invisible Predators: Hidden Dangers of the Internet” [] - Presented by Malissa Martino, PASSAGES, Inc. A presentation that covers an introduction to Internet Safety concerns, danger areas, online predators, and keeping kids safe. Terrific overview.


 * Vodcast**

“What is Cyberbullying? How can we stop it?” [] – A vodcast with Dan Lohrmann and Luke Gilkerson on NetSafetyResources.com website. Discusses who are potential cyberbullying targets, things to look for, and what to do if a victim of cyberbullying. Very polished!

“What are the dangers of YouTube?” [] – A vodcast with Dan Lohrmann and Luke Gilkerson on NetSafetyResources.com website. Discusses how YouTube can be dangerous: offensive material, related video links, comments containing inappropriate or foul language, etc. Also discusses how YouTube is monitored by its visitors. Gives tips of how to report inappropriate material.


 * Podcast**

“#20 Viruses and Other Malware” [] - Dr. Charles Knutson and Joe Brockbank discuss malware including viruses, worms, Trojan horses, adware, spyware and pop-ups. They discuss how malware can get on machines and what they can do to the individual computer, as well as how those computers can be used to affect other computers and websites.


 * Social Bookmarking**

[] - A comprehensive list of resources for Internet Safety, digital citizenship, cyberbullying and other educational topics.


 * Social Networking**

“Internet Safety Project” [] - Since joining Facebook on Feb. 11, 2010, the Internet Safety Project team has posted great links to articles, videos, podcasts, and much more! Is up-to-date and new material is added frequently. Definitely worth following!

“iKeepSafe Coalition: Promotion Internet Safety Security and Ethics” [] - The Internet Keep Safe Coalition joined Facebook on June 9, 2009 and has made hundreds of posts since then. Links to articles, videos, etc. covering all areas of Internet Safety. Their mission is to promote digital citizenship through online safety, security and ethics. This site is worth reading all of the posts from the beginning!