Social+Networks

= = = = = = = = = = = = =media type="custom" key="4932455" align="center"= =Some Facts=
 * ==== "55% of teens have an online profile on a site like Facebook or MySpace" ====
 * ==== "Each site has privacy controls" ====
 * ==== "Inappropriate contact happens" ====
 * ==== "Both sites require kids to be older than 14 to have a page - but kids lie about their ages" ====
 * ==== "What gets posted is there forever, somewhere. Deleting an account is difficult" ====

====An online social network is like a meeting place or club. How it works is pretty easy: Anyone who signs up (for a free membership) gets a page to do whatever they want. MySpace and Facebook are the most popular but there are many others. On these pages, kids post pictures of themselves, their artwork, links to favorite songs or YouTube videos, and write about anything they want. They are a great way for kids to express themselves! ==== ==== These sites also have a base communication center that gives kids all kinds of options: Instant Messaging, Writing on someone's wall, poking, or private in box messages. Many sites have ways for kids to join thousands of "groups" or cyber clubs. Some even have applications that let your kids play games with their friends, send a hug or download profiles. What is available to kids today is infinite. ====

= How do we keep kids safe? =

 Teacher Sites Parent Sites Kid's Sites



Digital Citizenship

Educational Administrators model and facilitate understanding of social, ethical and legal issues and responsibilities related to an evolving digital culture. Educational Administrators:
 * a. || ensure equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources to meet the needs of all learners. ||
 * b. || promote, model and establish policies for safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology. ||
 * c. || promote and model responsible social interactions related to the use of technology and information. ||
 * d. || model and facilitate the development of a shared cultural understanding and involvement in global issues through the use of contemporary communication and collaboration tools. ||