Cybercriminals

anti virus, anti spyware, firewalls, and spam filters are also effective ways of decreasing the risk of phishing scams associated with email. Cybercriminals will also use email, pop ups, spam, and websites to obtain personal information to try to steal your identity. Pharming is when a cybercriminal tries to get your personal information using malicious code that redirects users to fraudulent websites. Teach students ways to stay safe from pharming by teaching lessons like, Joan Curtis did, a teacher at Schwenksville Elementary School in Pennsylvania, through investigative role playing where students try to figure out which website is a hoax by comparing information in nonfiction reference sources and online databases. Other ways students
Cellphones carry the same threats as computers and tablets, especially since most cell phones are smart phones and have internet capabilities. Cell phones can be a good way for students to get into contact with the adults in their lives, they can also be used by cyber bullies, and criminals to take advantage of unknowing children. Unfortunately another issue and major crime is easily assessable on cell phones. sexting. Sexting is the use of Internet technology to send sexual explicit messages. Teenagers are more likely to run into this type of risk, but as sixth graders are about to be teenagers, it should be discussed before so they are aware of the risk and the legal matters regarding sexting. Many teens use apps like Kik, snapchat, and whatsapp because of the anonymity, however things can still be brought up, saved, and shared. Sexting is illegal for anyone under the age of
Teachers and parents can teach children to know what to look for and how to react if they come into contact with any of these threats. These guidelines are summed up into a few tips. Trusted adults need to learn everything they can about the internet. Standards need to be set for children for what is acceptable behavior online. Remember to keep personal information private. Social networking sites need to be used with precautions. Make sure students know that it is okay to come to a trusted adult, like a teacher or parent if they encounter a problem. Talking with students about Internet use is a good way to keep these guidelines fresh in their