Tagged Articles
Snapchat filters promoting warped beauty ideals?
Whilst they can be fun, lately I have started to question some of the filters and how they may be influencing young people’s idea of beauty, in turn having a negative effect on self-image
8th August 2016
Guide to Creating and Managing Secure Passwords
Continuing in our series of data security articles, this week the spotlight is on password security, follow these tips to protect yourself
14th July 2016
Move over Raspberry Pi, hello Crumble!
Physical programming is taking hold in primary schools, bringing screen-based coding to life. This month we’re experimenting with the Crumble, and you won’t require any custard!
14th July 2016
Pokemon Go - the new craze sweeping the digital sphere
There has already been a lot of negative press surrounding the release of Pokemon Go last week, not to downplay this, we look at the issues this game will bring in a balanced manner
14th July 2016
YouTube - 5 Top Tips for Parents
There is no denying it children love YouTube. It can be a great resource for learning and expressing creativity, but it doesn't come without risk. We've put together some top tips to help parents protect their children.
13th July 2016
360 Goes from Strength to Strength
360 Degree Safe is our amazing self review tool that helps schools review their online safety provisions. It helps to easily identify strengths and weaknesses and then gives immediate feedback on how to progress
12th July 2016
Sexting and Revenge Porn, What’s the difference?
You could be forgiven for thinking RP and sexting are the same thing, they are similar, but they are different especially when we are talking about child online safety and in this article I will try to explain why
12th July 2016
Summer Checklist for ICT Leadership Teams
With the revised 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' guidance being published, RM Easymail set to close shortly and updates to RM SafetyNet, make sure you're prepped for September.
10th July 2016
RM Easymail is closing, but don’t panic.
If your school uses RM Easymail for email, you are probably aware that the service will be ceasing at some point this year. We're on hand to help.
23rd June 2016
Do your filtering and monitoring solutions meet the required standards?
Revised Statutory Safeguarding Guidance for schools in England has changed the required criteria for filtering and monitoring, how does your solution stand up?
21st June 2016
The SWGfL Trophy Cabinet
Recent months have seen our services nominated and win at the National Digital Safety Awards in a glitzy ceremony in London. Why not take a look at those services and products for yourself and see what all the fuss is about?
14th June 2016
6 smart steps to SnapChat success
So what is SnapChat and why is it so popular? Kids seem to really love it but, like most apps these days, there is potential risk associated. We run through six simple tips and facts to help you understand what SnapChat is and what you need to look out for.
13th June 2016
Scratching your head in frustration?
Are you a confident user of Scratch in the Primary classroom? The key to successful programming lessons is developing a strong foundation of computational thinking. We can help!
8th June 2016
Manor Park's Superfast Learning Transformation
ICT is increasingly recognised as an important facilitator to learning, and a foundation skill in many of the children's future careers. If their educational vision was to be realised then ICT in school needed to change
7th June 2016
Accredited Online Prevent Duty Training for £1
Victvs regularly work with volunteers who are now affected by the Prevent Duty and other statutory safeguarding measures. This offer enables you to do online training for just £1!
5th June 2016
Agar.io – What’s it all about?
Mention the word Agar to today’s youth, and they will probably likely associate it with Agar.io, an online multiplayer game. It's harmless fun, but none the less it does cause issues
1st June 2016