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Topics covered in Online Safety Training
Topic 1: the risks we all face online
The importance of online safety as a vital life skill, how we all interact with technology, risky behaviour, the risks we all face online – both adults and children – including damage to reputation, bullying, deception, exploitation, revenge porn, and identity theft.
Topic 2: the risks that children face online
How much children know about the online world compared to adults, the online behaviour of children and young people, how children and young people interact with social media, sites and apps, the risks that children face online, including content risks, contact risks and conduct risks.
Topic 3: the online safety act
How online service providers must identify, mitigate and manage the risks of harm from content and activity that is illegal or harmful to children. What content is to be removed or limited, and who holds responsibility for following this framework.
Topic 4: what next?
How the Online Safety Act is planned to roll out, the phases involved, and when to expect new legislation and codes of practice.
Topic 5: continuing risks
Some of the risks that children and young people may still be exposed to, including cyberbullying, grooming issues, sexually explicit messages or images, and illegal downloading. How these risks present, and how to be safer online to minimise the risk.
Topic 6: prevention and referral
Supporting children's internet use by using filters and controls, and having conversations with children or young people about online safety. How to make referrals or reports to relevant bodies, and how to support children through this.
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Course description
Overview of contents
This e-learning course is suitable for anyone who comes into contact with children in their work or voluntary activities, and provides a thorough understanding of online risks, preventive measures and guidance on the Online Safety Act, including changes that are yet to be rolled out. It also covers what action to take in the event of an online safety incident.
Law and legislation
This course covers key points from:
CEOP guidance
The Online Safety Act
Effective practice as outlined by Ofsted
Keeping Children Safe in Education
This course is available as part of the flick subscription or to license for hosting on your own learning management system. A certificate will be available to download on successful completion (75% pass rate) of this course.
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We use animation and video to illustrate and enhance content, and keep it moving.
Stunning imagery
A distinctive design theme for every course - from Wild West, Bridgerton and Film Noir to Vintage Space – it’s certainly memorable!
Music, voiceover & soundscapes
Carefully curated music and audio sound to maintain engagement and create atmosphere; optional professional voiceover if you prefer to listen.
Narratives
…because everyone loves a story!
Interactivity & gamification
Matching pairs, Spot the Hazard, word searches, Beat the Clock and most recently, Wordle to reinforce key learning points.
Multi device support
Flawless performance on any size screen or device.
Simple language
All courses have a reading age of 11 – making it simpler if English is not your first language.
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