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Safe Social Media for Children Course

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Course Overview

Course Summary

Course Title	Safe Social Media for Children Course
Organization	Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue	Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration	5 days
Target Industries
Target Job Roles
Course Fees (Face-to-Face)	USD 1,500/KES 99,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual)	USD 1,000/KES 70,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Training Modes	Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment	Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation	Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Introduction

In today's digital age, social media has become an integral part of our lives, even for the youngest members of our society. Social media platforms offer opportunities for communication, creativity, and connection, but they also come with their share of challenges and risks. For this, it’s essential to understand how to protect your privacy, recognize online risks, and practice good digital citizenship.

This course is designed with one primary goal in mind: to empower children to use social media platforms safely and responsibly. It will explore various aspects of social media, from understanding the basics to addressing more complex issues like cyberbullying and misinformation. By the end of this journey, your child will be equipped with the tools to make informed decisions, stay safe online, and contribute positively to the digital communities you're a part of.

Duration

5 days

Who Should Attend:

Children aged 8-15

Course Objectives

Understand the basics of social media and its role in their lives.
Recognize potential risks and dangers associated with social media.
Implement strategies to protect their online privacy and security.
Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate online content.
Practice responsible online behavior and digital citizenship.
Know how to seek help if they encounter cyberbullying or other online threats.

Course Modules

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Social Media

What is social media
Popular social media platforms.
Why kids use social media.

Module 2: Online Privacy and Security

Importance of privacy online.
Personal information: what to share and what not to share.
Password safety and strong passwords.
Two-factor authentication.

Module 3: Recognizing Online Risks

Cyberbullying: definition and examples.
Online predators: staying safe.
Scams and online fraud.
Inappropriate content and how to avoid it.

Module 4: Responsible Posting and Digital Footprint

Think before you post: the permanence of online content.
Online etiquette and good manners.
Building a positive digital footprint.

Module 5: Critical Thinking and Media Literacy

Identifying fake news and misinformation.
Evaluating online sources.
Recognizing biased content.
Fact-checking tools and resources.

Module 6: Dealing with Cyberbullying and Reporting

Identifying cyberbullying behaviors.
Strategies to respond to cyberbullying.
The importance of reporting.
How to report cyberbullying incidents.

Module 7: Safe Online Relationships and Friendships

Safe online interactions.
The concept of online friends vs. offline friends.
Recognizing signs of online manipulation.
Peer pressure and social media.

Module 8: Building a Safe and Positive Online Community

The role of bystanders and upstanders.
Promoting kindness and empathy online.
Responsible sharing and supporting friends.

Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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