People Online
Computing: Year 5 & 6 National Curriculum, topic 2.3.6
People Online
The Internet has meant that we can communicate with people all over the world. Some people make friends and contacts online.
Knowing who you talk to
- Some people talk to people they have met online and never met in real life.
- You do not really know the people you only chat with online.
- Sometimes it can feel like you do know the people you meet online.
Talking about online safely
- Some people lie about who they are, and some people have bad intentions.
- It is safer to chat online with friends and family you know in real life.
- Never give out any personal information to online-only contacts.
- Use a nickname and an avatar.
Child-friendly sites
- Most social media sites have age restrictions to protect children.
- Only use child-friendly sites on the internet.
Never meet up
- NEVER meet someone you have only met online.
- If you’re going to do it, you have to tell more than one trusted adult in real life.
- NEVER meet anyone new without a trusted adult present.
If you need help...
- Talk to a trusted adult if you are worried about anyone’s behaviour online.
Test yourself on People Online
What sites should you use when you're on the internet?
What must you always do before meeting someone you only know online?
What should you do if you are worried about anyone's behaviour online?