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Searching and sorting information effectively

With these handy hints, anyone can be an expert at searching and sorting information online. Knowing how to effectively search for and sort through information can make browsing the web safer and more productive. Teachers and parents can model to children and young people how to use search terms effectively and how to select trustworthy sources online.

What makes a good password?

Keeping your passwords strong and secure is one way to stay safe online. What makes a good password?

What are the benefits of social media?

Social media, when used in a responsible and age-appropriate way, can help children learn, think critically and build the skills they need for the future.

How can the internet be used to expand opportunities for learning?

The internet is more than just a library of information. Students and teachers are using the internet to connect with other people to find new opportunities for meaningful and authentic learning.

Resource - Parents and carers online bullying information

Information about bullying for parents and carers, produced by NSW Department of Education

Resource - Digital Devices Professional Learning

A facilitator led professional learning course on the new "Student use of digital devices" policy

Using technology in schools โ€“ your rights and responsibilities

In order to ensure that all students and teachers in public schools can be provided with safe, secure and quality access to the internet, the NSW Department of Education expects all staff and students to understand and abide by the Student Use of Digital Devices and Online Services policy.

Resource - Student technology lessons and workshops

Student technology workshop lessons

Developing critical thinking skills

Not all information is trustworthy, and some sources of information are intended to mislead or confuse people. For this reason, it is important that children and young people have the critical thinking skill to analyse information and evaluate its authenticity.

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