Young People and Social Networking: Childnet International Report
Childnet
International has updated its report into Young People Social Networking on
the Digizen Site
The project is designed to investigate how social networking services can
and are being used to support personalised formal and informal learning by
young people in schools and colleges
The report considers what Social networking is; evaluates the different services/sites
available and examines the benefits as well as the barriers and risks of using
Social Networking in a School environment.
This report is essential reading for any schools or professionals who are
considering using social networking in the classroom. The report considers
issues such as moderation, age restrictions, privacy settings, sites to
consider and risk assessments. The report also includes examples of good
practise for establishments to consider should they be considering using social
networking with students.
For full details on Social Networking on the Digizen site, click here
For the full report in pdf click here
For an evaluation chart considering the different Social Networking Sites
please click here
Please note we urge any schools or establishments considering implementing a
project with Social Networking to contact the e-Safety Officer initially.