Did you know that our library website already has an eSmart page full of great resources to use?
This week I would like everyone to look at the eSmart section on our library website http://swft.cprl.ent.sirsidynix.net.au/client/cprl/;jsessionid=59D212856F8AAF945F3A659C54CDE580.enterprise-14800?rm=LIBRARY+AND+IN0|||1|||3|||true
Please look at least two sites that you have not used before or know anything about and then comment about what you thought of the sites you checked out and why they would be useful. Also suggest other ways in which we can promote this part of our library webpage.
AH- The two sites I looked at were Thinkuknow.org and Stay smart online, I haven't used either of these sites and didn't really know much about them either but they seem very useful and informative. Thinkuknow.org focuses on both kids and parents using and understanding online technology and encourages a dialogue between kids and their parents about the positive uses as well as what to do if something goes wrong.
ReplyDeleteStay smart online gives a lot of information on how to protect yourself and your family online. Both sites are worth looking out.
As to how to promote this part of the library web page, maybe adding a link on the page where we have our your tutor and zinio info might make it easier for people to see and use more often.
AB The 2 sites I looked at were Headspace (youth mental health site) and The Line (against violence for women 'and children). It was interesting to see some of the interesting technologies that The Line' used on their page such as draw your own face and publish it on 'The Line'. Also the art content in 'Headspace' was interesting too. We could have some competition regarding this websites which we could market to secondary schools, which result in a prize, maybe during youth week next year to promote these websites.
ReplyDeleteDH The 2 sites I looked at were SCAMwatch and Tagged both of which I had heard of (through media) but not looked at.
ReplyDeleteBoth sites would be useful for most age groups.
SCAMwatch giving info on the likes of chain letter, lottery-competition and mobile phone scams could save a lot of hassles for all.
Tagged shows the importance of being aware the what you put out there stays there and can have far reaching impacts.
As for promoting such sites maybe "TAGGED" could be tagged to such sites as "facebook" when logging in.
One way of promoting this part of our web page could be by verbal conversation when getting parents consent for their child's internet use at the library.
DJS - I've looked at Internet Basics and eSmart - both full of info and IB great for beginners.
ReplyDeleteIt's a pity that there are so many government sites covering similar material - consolidation would create less confusion.
Considering the importance of users viewing the eSmart site, could it be highlighted permanently on the main library page - perhaps as a strip across the base of the page?
I looked at Thinkuknow.org and Staysmart. I found they both had useful information for kids and parents. This is an area that is needed. Staysmart gives the information they need to protect themselves online something they don't really think about. Both sites have good information for kids and parents alike. sh
ReplyDeleteI looked at Cyber safety Help & Stay Smart Online. Cyber safety Help was straight forward and l liked the icons, TALK , REPORT & LEARN. The learn icon was great, it had easy steps to how to stay safe online. Stay Smart Online website highlights how to stay safe and secure and how to protect personal & financial info, l like the News Feed with links to current issues like scams, fraud and cyber safety programs & initiatives. NS.
ReplyDeleteSCAMwatch wow great site, will be so good for my more vulnerable users but also really good for everyone, highly recommend it! LN
ReplyDeleteDG. I looked up SCAM watch and thought it was a really good site with a lot of up to date information. I thought the categories it was divided into allowed the user to find exactly what they are looking for. I the went to CyberSafe Kids and found this site to be under construction, so then went to Headspace. Unfortunately this site was a little outdated with comments back in 2011 and many comments pages closed for comment. This page seemed more for young people suffering depression, but I guess this can be a side product of unsafe internet practices. I thought the previous suggestion of running some sort of competition during Youth Week was great. I work at the library and was unaware of these limks, so I have no doubt that many of our patrons would also be unaware of the links. I know it is another brochure - but perhaps a library brochure with some of the things listed may make some of our patrons more aware and I also agree that it may need a more prominent position on our webpage.
ReplyDeleteNP. The first site I explored was Lawstuff which is a site that contains a large variety of information about a range of legal issues. It is sorted into a number of categories eg at school, at home, on the job and provides the information in an easy to understand manner. Some of the internal links appear to be out of date.
ReplyDeleteThe second site I visited was the Life Education site. It is great to see that this well regarded program has expanded to include cybersafety in its education material. They have a family cyber education game that is available for iOS and android devices.
A possible way of promoting this part of the library webpage would be to have a QR code on the Campaspe Times advertorial in the local papers.
I looked at a few sites and two of them were internet basics.gov.au and the line. Internet basics has great videos telling you about how to search on line and what you need to know. The line deals with relationships and being safe. Great for teenagers, mother and people having problems with their relationship and I am going to look at it more.
ReplyDeleteLW - I had a look at two sites on our homepage. One was Lawstuff which was a simple, easy to use website with information about various aspects of the law. Various issues that effect both adults and younger people are covered. It was a very well organized website written in every day and easy to understand language. It also gave some great links to other websites and further information. The other site I looked at was Tagged. This is a site designed to make young users of the internet aware of the repercussions when posting certain information, photographs etc. on the net. There was also good information on cyberbullying and other pitfalls of internet usage. There is a poster available for downloading which I feel would be great displayed in our computer area.
ReplyDeleteVG - I looked at all these sites when I created the webpage, and they all have a lot to offer. The problem with the page is that unless people go looking for things I question how many will find the e-Smart links. A lot of people who visit the library homepage don't go past the main homepage, and there is a limit to how much we can put on that first page. Using posters, QR codes and brochures would help. Also a link or icon on our public access computers would help, and a note to ask us about staying safe online on the Opacs. Perhaps we could include something on the Shire's inserts in our local papers, and on the Shire facebook page.
ReplyDeleteWO - I looked at 'Think you know", Has good information on how to Report scams, bullying, etc , has a Parents, Carers and Teachers site and one for Young People.
ReplyDeleteAlso looked at Internet and Cyber Safety - lots of info in PDF that can be printed out for Kids, Teens, Parents and General Customers on banking etc. Need to promote all sites better on our home page with a e-smart button.
I looked at Cyber Safe kids and thought it easy to follow with relevant information and contacts. I also looked at Scam Watch. I had heard of Scam Watch before but hadn't looked at the web-site. I have had people come into the library and ask me if I had heard of a certain scam, etc. It will be useful to be able to refer them to this web-site so they can be more informed. Perhaps when the library runs an activity, we could attach a relevant cyber-safety website, e.g. school holiday activities, include a website related to children keeping safe online; seniors' activities, include the Scam Watch website. WW
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