Jesse is a presenter that all parents should be required to see! She tells it like it is, in a way that will scare you . . . in a good way! If you have a pre-teen or a teen you must, must, must hear her tips on internet safety.
Jesse Weinberger
Author of “The Boogeyman Exists: And He’s In Your Child’s Back Pocket”
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Internet Safety for Parents
This is our most popular presentation overall
Candid and clear review of: current state of online risks, social media, cyberbullying, sexting, sexual predation, and how to begin the process of being an online engaged parent. This is a powerful presentation which is absolutely NOT meant for children.
· Parents will learn the basics of why their children are connected and the actual methods used to connect.
· How big is it really? Understanding critical mass and just how big and pervasive the digital universe really is.
· Understanding different types of cyber threats : proactive and reactive threats.
· A complete review of cyberbullying, sexting, and sexual predation. Each section includes a general review, case studies and how parents can work with their children to avoid threats.
· Understanding social media in general and your child’s specific data footprint.
· In depth review of all of the apps your child is probably using.
“Don’t Be A Sheep” for 6th -12th graders
This is our most popular presentation for students
·Introduction to media literacy (why advertisers think we’re stupid)
· Critical analysis of online content
· ”what” do you say and “where” do you say it?
· Cyberbullying, sexting, and sexual predation
· what does your online reputation say about you?
· understanding the consequences of behavior and how they might effect college admissions and job search
Professional Development
“Applying ISTE’s Nine Themes of Digital Citizenship in the K-6 Classroom”
This train-the-trainer workshop is meant for K-6 teachers as well as teachers in tech advocate positions. Total instructional time = 8 hours (two x 4 hour sessions)
At the conclusion of each of the 9 standards, specific implementation discussions will occur to help create a complete grade level/school level plan.
Internet Safety for 3rd-5th graders
Beginning focus on understanding online risks, why the net is not anonymous, impulse control, specific review of gaming, and other activities.
· What do you hear & see? - Games, YouTube, Homework. Activity: Identifying risks related to gaming, surfing, and cyberbullying
· What do you say, and where do you say it? - What is TMI? What is Anonymous? Where are you, really? Activity: Identifying risks related to posting and sharing content
· Impulse Control and the Role of “Friends” - Think Before You Post. Activity/Game: Identifying a Better Choice
· How do you see yourself? - What sort of kid are you? Activity: This is Who I Am – Worksheet to take home