Based on real life experiences, Connected is a short film exploring how young people communicate and connect online. The film encourages young people to reflect on why their actions matter and the impact it can have on others. We shape the internet everyday with our interactions. You can play a part in creating a better, connected online world.
For advice and support on managing your online wellbeing visit: webwise.ie/connected
This short animation is part of the HTML Heroes Programme and is designed to introduce pupils to the topic of cyberbullying and online harassment. Help pupils identify what forms cyber-bullying can take and how they can effectively respond to it. Supporting lessons can be found here: webwise.ie/lessons/6-respectful-communication-online/
Hear all about how one Limerick school got involved in Safer Internet Day and the impact it has had on students, teachers and the overall school community.
"I Like It" is an anti-cyber bullying rap performed by the GMCBeats Youth Crew to celebrate Safer Internet Day 2015.
Music & lyrics written, produced & recorded at GMCBeats Rap Workshops (run by Garry McCarthy gmcbeats.com) in Knocknaheeny, Cork City.
Rappers: Adam, Nice, Julia & Cathal.
Video by Damien Murphy / Limbo Media - thisislimbo.me/
(Irish version available here: https://goo.gl/97n9Ab)
The Webwise initiative is part of the PDST Technology in Education team. This team promotes and supports safer more effective use of the internet by young people in Ireland.
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