BE CYBERSMART
CYBERSAFETY K-2
Zippep and his circus friends reinforce the concept of computer security, through a series of games aimed at students from Kinder to grade two.
Play online at: https://www.esafety.gov.au/astro-circus/astro-circus-game.html
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In this game-based activity, the student moves a scanning beam by using the arrows on their keyboard to scan all the downloads—USB memory sticks, email attachments,
DVDs, CD-ROMs and hard drives. Each of these objects contains either a piece of fruit (positive points) or a virus (negative points). The student must scan each download before it docks, in case a hidden virus eliminates all the fruit. This fun game encourages the student to scan all downloads for potentially harmful viruses. To conclude, the student chooses answers for three questions about computer viruses. If the student chooses an incorrect answer, they are prompted to choose again until the correct answer is selected. |
MALWARE
Malware is any kind of bad (malicious) software. A computer virus is one type of malware. There are different types of malware, and it is a serious threat. Malware can steal your passwords or other personal information. It may also let a hacker take control of your computer, so they can pretend to be you online or use your computer to commit a crime. Malware will probably slow your computer down, and may corrupt, destroy or delete your files. Malware can also forward itself from your computer to other computers without your knowing about it. Computers can be infected from an email (attachment), a bad or dodgy download from the web, or from an infected USB (flash) drive, CD ROM or DVD. |
Unit Vocabulary: Attachment (email) Backup CD ROM Computer virus Cybersecurity Data Download DVD Flash drive Infected Internet Internet-enabled device Malware Online Popup Report Scan Site USB Virus Web |
FOLLOW UP ACTIVITIES
Whole-class discussion to review learning objectives Brainstorm the different types of data that people keep on computers, and make a list of good things that may be lost if a computer is corrupted. Whole-class discussion about bad things that may have happened to computers at home. Make a list. Discuss why it’s important to report (to teachers, parents or carers) anything bad that happens online: that it helps to make the web safer and more secure for everyone. |
THINK
play, like share
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Play Like Share is a brand new three-episode animated series which aims to help 8-10 year olds learn how to stay safe from sexual abuse, exploitation and other risks they might encounter online.
The films and sessions aim to give children the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to:
The films and sessions aim to give children the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to:
- Identify signs of manipulative, pressurising or threatening behaviour online.
- Respond safely if they think someone is trying to manipulate, pressure or threaten them.
- Understand their rights online, and respect those of others.
- Take measures to control their privacy and digital footprint.
- Get help from an appropriate source if they need it.
What is the Internet? (2 min 23 sec)
The Internet is big! This video introduces young children to Molly to help them understand what the Internet is and that, just like in the real world, it has some places that are safe for kids and some that are not.
What is Personal Information? (2 min 22 sec)
Knowing when it’s okay to share personal information and when it’s not can be difficult. This video defines personal information and how to protect it in terms young children can understand.
Be Kind Online (1 min 57 sec)
Being helpful and kind online is the best way to keep the Internet safe and fun for everybody. This video helps young children understand why it’s important to treat others how they want to be treated, even when they’re online.
Tell an Adult (2 min 02 sec)
Staying safe includes knowing what to do when you feel uncomfortable, sad or scared. This video helps young children understand they should tell a trusted adult if something on the Internet makes them feel bad.
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Play the game after working through the
Play the game after working through the