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25.01.2022 Are you seeing an increase in negative behaviour at school as a result of student online activity? Check out our new student workshop for students in Grade 4-6. Talk to us today about tailored workshops to help address online issues at your school.

25.01.2022 Educator workshops to empower your staff to help keep students safe! Practical advice on dealing with student disclosures and reporting negative online experiences. #esafety #cyberbullying #digitalwellbeing #digitaldrama #staffsocialmedia #esafeschool #reportingbullying

25.01.2022 Got screentime related dramas happening in your house? Here are our top tips to help manage screentime dramas in your house: + Disable the ‘autoplay’ function on streaming services (such as Netflix, ABC iView or Youtube) or try using Free to Air TV as an alternative way of avoiding 'binging' on a series... + Set limits and provide warnings that you have negotiated together as a family + To maintain balance, have a fun offline activity ready to use following an online activity + Stick to your negotiated limits to avoid boundary-pushing + Review screentime recommendations for your child's age group Family Media Agreements: https://www.evolve-edu.com.au/family-media-agreements Parental Controls: https://www.evolve-edu.com.au/video-tutorials Screentime Recommendations and Checklist: https://raisingchildren.net.au//screen-time-me/screen-time Finally, this is a terrific article from April this year written for the New York Times. It mentions some other great strategies on how you can approach and deal with screentime related meltdowns. https://www.nytimes.com//big-k/child-screen-addiction.html

24.01.2022 Educators - Teach online safety to young children in the ways they learn best through story and song! #SID2021 #StartTheChat #evolve #esafety #digitalwellbeing @eSafetyOffice

23.01.2022 Dear Friends of Evolve, A friendly reminder that we will be running a 1 hour free webinar for Parents/Carers starting at 3pm today. The panelists and topics are: Steve Villani - Digital Learning, Rebecca Martin - Cybersafety and Sara Davies - Health and Wellbeing.... Please share this with your friends, family and school community as everyone is welcome to attend! To sign up and join us, please access the webinar using this link https://bit.ly/3awnxRB - 10 minutes before the event is scheduled to start. See you all today at 3pm!

19.01.2022 Our engaging student workshops run for an hour and teach students the skills to keep safe and create balance when using devices. #digitalwellbeing #cybersafe#esafe #onlinesafety #evolve #unwantedcontact #digital drama #balance

19.01.2022 What a year! We have almost made it. 2020 has seen our students spend more time online than ever before. Now is the time to plan and therefore ensure that your students receive effective online safety education for 2021 and beyond. This year students across Australia have reported an increase in the following areas:... negative online behaviour such as cyberbullying and digital drama exposure to damaging social media content sharing personal information with strangers in multiplayer online games device addiction confusion over how to access support when things go wrong At Evolve Education, we offer proactive and sustainable online safety and digital well-being programs for schools. We work with students, staff, and parents/carers to educate your school community to empower them as a whole to get the best out of digital technologies, leaving distractions and potential dangers behind. Put simply, we make teaching and learning about online safety easy and achievable for every school community. Check out the exciting new school packages we are offering in 2021 on our website. Summary of Services 2021 www.evolve-edu.com.au

19.01.2022 Parent and Carer Workshops that empower and educate. We don’t ban or terrify. Help your parents support their children with online safety education that is practical, relevant and simple. #evolve #digitalwellbeing #esafety #onlinesafety #safetyconsultant #cyberbullying

16.01.2022 Student Instructions for downloading Minecraft Education Edition and how to have a virtual hangout with their class. I have done recordings for Mac and Windows.

15.01.2022 Bec spoke to Sammy J on ABC Melbourne this morning about the joys of Minecraft. Listen in for tips on managing the game as a parent, using it as a teacher and how playing it can increase social connectedness during remote learning. The best way to understand the risks of multiplayer online games is to play with your children. They may be the expert on the game, but you are the expert on their safety. Start a conversation by asking:... -How they ‘chat’ to friends -Who their friends are and whether they know them in real life (IRL) -How they can block and report bad behaviour (check out the eSafety Guide if you don’t know- see comments) Always keep devices in a shared space and out of bedrooms. Listen to the interview here: https://www.abc.net.au//progr/breakfast/breakfast/12632984

15.01.2022 Can your child identify where webcams are in your house? Do they: -use a device that uses GPS? -take pictures of themselves or others using devices?... -share devices with siblings? -know how to avoid and close pop-ups? -watch Youtube? These are potential danger areas for young children. Knowing how to teach online safety to a preschooler can be tough, particularly if you are not a confident user of technology yourself. This brilliant resource comes from the Australian Federal Police and is designed to help parents and teachers educate kids about the importance of keeping safe online. This site has practical advice and interactive games to help your preschooler understand and avoid risks associated with online spaces and devices. For educators, there is a range of lesson plans aligned with educational outcomes that are short, sharp, and easy to implement in your classroom. This program provides a solid foundation to build upon in online safety for young children. Start the conversation today. https://playingitsafe.org.au/ The Family Tech Agreement from The eSafety Commissioner's Office is also a wonderful supporting activity for parents to complete at home with their children. https://www.esafety.gov.au//children/family-tech-agreement

15.01.2022 Safer Internet Day is on Tuesday 9th of February 2021! We will be posting a range of fantastic resources from our friends at Common Sense Media, the eSafety Commissioner, and our own Evolve Education activities to try in your classroom! Stay tuned!

14.01.2022 Hi parents and teachers! The start of term is a great time to revise the basics of online safety. Webcam safety is an important part of protecting your privacy online. Students are often unaware that most devices contain inbuilt webcams that could be used to record them without their knowledge. Webcam safety tips:... -Cover webcams when not in use -Keep devices out of bedrooms and bathrooms -Encourage students to wear suitable clothing when in front of a webcam or video call This short video gives students an explanation of webcam safety and a fun craft activity they can complete at home. We’d love to see what your kids come up with. Post your designs below! https://youtu.be/qAVCrSVbuuU

14.01.2022 We have seen an increase in the number of students using devices to record themselves and others on school grounds or during online learning. It's hard for teachers and students to feel safe when they're being recorded and shared online. Our new workshops empower and educate students to know that filming and posting images without consent isn't fair to anyone. If your school is experiencing issues with online safety or digital wellbeing (particularly as students readjust to expectations of the classroom), contact us for a quote.

13.01.2022 This podcast contains some really interesting content in a fun format. The pace is fast and the background sounds can make it hard to catch the detail, so I’d recommend listening in a quiet space (car or walk) so you can really focus. Some really great info on Australia Post, NAB and the JB HI-FI scams which have been prevalent during covid and tripped a lot of people up. At 10 mins an episode it’s a quick way to empower yourself with the knowledge on current scams.... https://podcasts.apple.com//this-is-not-your/id1525498533

12.01.2022 Please be careful and double check any videos before allowing your child to view links through *safeshare.tv* or *safeyoutube* today. Lots of teachers, from schools all over the world, are reporting that links they have posted onto their online classrooms have since changed to random videos, that in a lot of cases are exposing their students to inappropriate content.

11.01.2022 This is a great resource for parents/caters wanting to put in place or reinforce rules in the home around device use and online safety. I particularly like the advice on switching your wifi off overnight so everyone takes a break. This provide peace of mind when we are all busy preparing for Christmas, preparing for holidays or madly finishing work. Wifi breaks are also great for breaking device dependency which may have creeped in after remote learning. Just remember switch...ing the wifi off won’t affect devices with a sim (such as mobile phones). -Keep devices out of bedrooms (and bathrooms) -Cover webcams when not in use -Use complex passwords and change them up for the different programs you use -Identify who trusted adults are -Teach children to trust their gut https://danielmorcombe.com.au/safe-bedrooms/

11.01.2022 Parents/Carers! Join us for a free 1 hour webinar this Sunday, 26th April at 3pm on supporting your child's learning at home. Hear from our panelist's Steve Villani (Digital Learning), Rebecca Martin (Cybersafety) and Sara Davies (Health and Wellbeing).... This is a free community event. Everyone is welcome to attend! Use this link | https://bit.ly/3awnxRB | to join us on Sunday. **Sign up 10 minutes before it is scheduled to start**

11.01.2022 Here is a fantastic article, heavily backed by recent research with some great tips for parents. It raises a great question, does your child's school provide adequate eSafety education for its students and the wider community? https://theconversation.com/be-careful-with-photos-talk-abo

10.01.2022 Hey middle and upper primary school teachers! As part of Safer Internet Day 2021, the eSafety Commission is running a live event focusing on fake news and online harms. The event runs for 45 minutes and you will be guided through it with your class. This will be a great way to start a conversation about online safety with your new class. ... Victorian schools date: Thursday 11 February 2021 at 9.30 to 10.15 am Follow instructions on this link to register your class: https://arc.educationapps.vic.gov.au///events/2222/details More info: SID2021 Virtual Classroom: Be an eSafe kid: Fake news, real harms A free live virtual classroom event to test your students’ ability to detect fake news. Explore the impact of misinformation online. Get tips on how to find trusted and safe sources of information online and where to go for help when things go wrong.

10.01.2022 Dear Victorian Government School Teachers Are you looking for a new resource to add to your online learning repertoire that is easy to use and engaging for students..? What about one that is linked to and mapped against the Victorian Curriculum? Stop looking!! ... We have you covered in our latest video tutorial that explores this fantastic resource (for primary and high schools), called ClickView - by the ABC. In this video we will show you how to locate the resource that meets your needs and how to add that resource to your online learning platform, such as Google Classroom. *Website link in comments* #onlinelearning #lessonideas

06.01.2022 Steve Villani setting parent’s minds at ease on 7 news tonight. Check out the Evolve website for great tips on supporting learning from home this term! https://twitter.com/7newsmelbou/status/1250313153839153158

03.01.2022 Did you know the recommended screen time for adults is 2 hours a day! No wonder your brain feels fried, most of us hit that before we even start work. Maintaining digital wellbeing and balance when working from home can feel next to impossible at the moment. Try our WORK, REST, PLAY Digital Wellbeing Challenge to set work boundaries, reset positive habits, and improve sleep. Bonus points if you print the B&W version to fill in offline. ... Share with any work colleagues or family members who could use a digital detox this week! PDF printables available here: https://www.evolve-edu.com.au/digital-wellbeing #digitalwellbeing #digitalwellness #selfcare #workingfromhomelife #workingfromhome #screentime

02.01.2022 Hi parents, teachers, and friends stuck in lockdown, Here is a fantastic (free) resource to support wellbeing over the Covid-19 period. There are also some great resources on how we can look after ourselves, our children, and our students during this stressful time. What are you doing for self-care at the moment? These free Care Packs from Smiling Mind provide tips and guidance on how to build positive mental health in children, and offer a range of simple, evidence-based ac...tivities that can be used with children aged 5-12 years to provide immediate relief against worry and anxiety, or used to support a proactive positive mental health approach. Each pack explores related topics and contains downloadable activities for children. Don't forget to scroll down and take some time to look after yourself too! https://www.smilingmind.com.au/kids-care-packs

01.01.2022 Good morning Teachers As we know, social connectedness is an important part of student wellbeing, however video conferencing between students does have its risks. Here is a safer alternative for you and your students. ... Host catch-ups in a virtual world using Minecraft Education Edition. While you are there, why not build a restaurant to eat lunch in or a theme park to play in! By using Classroom Mode you can also see which students are in the world and moderate their chat. As the teacher, you are in control. Software links in comments As always, Evolve is here to help, hit us up if you need anything. #minecrafteducation #classroommode #onlinelearning

01.01.2022 Family tracking apps, like all programs, can be used for bad rather than good. This research goes someway to explain what we have seen in the field. We offer a specific workshop for parents/carers in vulnerable positions on how to manage their child’s device to improve their personal and family safety. Tracking by a partner in an acrimonious separation is pretty common. Tracking apps can be easily hidden on a child’s device or in plain sight (like Find my Phone or Apple Fami...ly Sharing). Often mother’s have no idea their child’s device is listening in or tracking their movements. 1800 Respect offer support but it is also worth checking your local family services to manage your family’s devices to check for non-consensual tracking like The Orange Door. https://www.1800respect.org https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au https://www.esafety.gov.au//children-and-techn/infographic

01.01.2022 Hi Everyone! Thanks for attending our Learning From Home - Parents/Carers webinar today! Special thanks to Sara Davies for volunteering her time on a Sunday and Chris Kefalas for all of your technical help throughout the webinar!... Attached is the link to our Virtual Village that we spoke about at the end of the webinar today. It is a place where parents/carers can come to share/celebrate your 'little victories' or post a problem you may be experiencing during the adjustment to Learning From Home. So.. Let's start the conversation and work together to support each other during this challenging time https://www.facebook.com/Evolve-Education-Virtual-Village-for-ParentsCarers-103673561332320/