This workshop explores how digital technology has changed the way people communicate. It explores the relationship young people have with social media and why smart phones/tablets are integral to young people’s lives. The session considers the students use of social media in a more in-depth way, using critical thinking and consideration in their online decision-making. 

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Students examine the dangers of communicating with people who pretend to be someone else online and how young people can remain safe online. Online privacy is challenging, over-sharing information about  yourself with the wrong people can lead to issues. We highlight the concept of exposing others online and how offline activity that could be coercive or even criminal can be linked to the threat of being exposed.

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Sensitive issues relating to social media, grooming, cyber bullying, gaming and inappropriate images are examined and young people are made aware of the law surrounding these issues and are empowered to report abuse if they encounter it.