Many of you know how passionate I am about educating parents on the latest technology and online safety. In order to share online safety information and keep parents up to date on the latest trends, I have added a separate section on MomsMaterial’s website. This section will include articles on topics such as online safety, cell phones, Wi-Fi gadgets, cyberbullying and cyber relations. We will also feature guest articles and interviews from some of the leading online safety and cyber relations experts.
I know that technology can be overwhelming and most of our kids know a lot more than we do when it comes to computers. But this doesn’t relieve parents from addressing the dangers our kids face online. I believe our young children need to be informed about what to expect and how to act before they go online. If you are looking for answers to questions such as the ones listed below, then stay up to date here.
How do I address inappropriate material and online predators with my 5-8 year old?
Is it OK for my child to post pictures or videos online?
What age should I allow my child to have a cell phone?
How do I decide if my child should be using a social network site such as Facebook?
What are some of the legal ramifications if my child is caught cyberbullying or sexting?
How do I teach my child the importance of their online reputation?
MomsMaterial wants to provide you with the information and tools to address these questions and many more. I want parents to know the positives and negatives of today’s technology. Technology is growing and changing at a fast rate. For example, yesterday I read an article titled 100 Ways You Should Be Using Facebook in the Classroom. This was geared towards a high school/college class but it illustrates my point. Many schools have incorporated using an iTouch and cell phones in the classroom. Teachers are interacting with the students like never before. It is up to us to stay educated and help our children navigate through today’s technology – the good and the bad.
Let me know what you think, what areas you want addressed, questions, etc. in the comments below.
Look for more articles coming soon!
Cammie Moise