St St Stephen’s School Cyberwellness - Safety Tips & Netiquette Online

Netiquette Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

 Netiquette refers to the rules of Internet courtesy Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use What is Netiquette?

 Shouting (typing text in capital letters)  Using crude language  Insulting others  Flaming (posting hostile messages on the Internet)  Cyberbullying  Infringing others’ privacy Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use Examples of Negative Behaviour

 Misunderstanding  Miscommunication  Breakdown of relationships  In a worst-case scenario, disregard for the rules of netiquette can result in punishment by authority figures (the school and the Police). Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use Effects of Negative Behaviour

Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use How should I behave online?

1. Remember the rules of courtesy Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

2. Think about what you post Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

3. Respect other people’s time Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

4. Avoid flaming Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

5. Respect other people’s privacy Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

6. Always check the terms & conditions before you register to use an online application or platform. Note that Facebook & Instagram users must be 13 years and above. Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use

SSS Cyberwellness Pledge

 Protect yourself.  Do not give others a chance to harm you and your family.  Sense – Be alert and aware of the dangers online  Think – before you act  Act – responsibly. You are accountable for your own actions. Cyber Wellness Respect for Self and Others, Safe and Responsible Use