Thanks to Barbara Fecteau for the SLJ reference. From Gail Junion-Mets:

Junion-Mets, Gail. “Secure Social Networking.” School Library Journal, July 2008, p. 18. Recommended links:

www.connectsafely.org

"Connect Safely -- Smart Socializing Starts Here"

     Social Web Tips for Teens

     Tips to Help Stop Cyberbullying

kids.getnetwise.org/safetyguide/technology/socialnetworking

GetNetWise -- Social Networking Sites

www.nsteens.org/videos/social-networking

NSTeens -- Post-to-be Private

www.ikeepsafe.org/PRC/videotutorials/myspace/index.html

Social Networking Basics

www.staysafe.org/teens/default.html

StaySafe.org for Teenagers

Adapted from Shayne Train's http://tbyresources.pbworks.com/Safety

When considering Internet use, safety and security have particular meanings, which may include

• Personal safety online - not giving out too much information, etc.
• Safety from phishing, and from viruses
• Protecting oneself legally by respecting copyright
• For teachers: getting permission from parents to use materials

from Larry Ferlazzo's http://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org

• The Best Sources For Advice On Student Blogging - the logistics of maximizing learning benefits of blogging
• The Best Resources To Learn About Copyright Issues - links to learn about copyright issues.
• The Best Sites For Learning Online Safety - learn about being safe on the Web.
• Tips On Blogging With Students by Sue Waters at The Edublogger
• Crista Anderson offered the blog permission form she created and uses with her students.
• Weemooseus suggested a nice site titled Internet Safety for Teachers and Students.
• Maryna Badenhorst has permission documents if student faces will be online.