Sexting Resources
20th November 2012 - Some great resources on how to deal with losing control over self-generated sexual material online, suitable for young people and teachers alike.
Practical guides for parents
2nd January 2012 - Kids and Media offers informational slideshows on a variety of topics.
Parental controls for Android
4th December 2011 - Q&A: Do you know of any Parent controls for Android?
ParentPort
23rd November 2011 - Have you seen or heard something in the media that is inappropriate for children? Have your say at ParentPort.
Parental controls and online protection tools
18th November 2011 - The SIP Bench II project aims to help parents choose the parental control tool that best suits their needs.
iPad apps for children
14th November 2011 - iPad's have proven to be hugely popular among children and young people. Kids and Media have compiled a list of some great apps for your iPad.
The Rough Guide to Online Safety
11th November 2011 - A wide-ranging and user friendly guide on how to enjoy the Internet whilst staying safe from online threats.
Unreliable ratings on mobile apps
18th October 2011 - An increasing number of parents express concerns regarding inappropriate content on mobile phone apps.
The voice of young people
7th October 2011 - What does it mean to be an ethical, responsible and resilient digital citizen?
Talk about computer safety
3rd October 2011 - Advice and tips on computer safety and malicious software.
Geocaching – a digital treasure hunt
8th September 2011 - Geocaching combines technology and the digital world with fun outdoor activities.
Project ROBUSD: Reducing bullying – strengthening diversity
19th August 2011 - ROBUSD offers educational materials concerning the prevention of bullying, including a series of video presentations, all free of charge.
When much is too much
17th August 2011 - New research suggests that multitasking is not the best way to be efficient, even for today's tech-savvy children.
Families Matter
27th June 2011 - A recent report shows how parents feel about raising children in a digital age.
New Block’em app prevents cyber bullying
15th June 2011 - A new Android app, aimed at children between the ages of 11 and 15, makes it easier to block unwanted contacts.
Ofcom: UK Children’s media literacy
26th May 2011 - A new report from Ofcom gives an overview of media literacy among children and young people.
Mobile phones are fun – until you get a huge bill
7th April 2011 - PhoneBrain, a new education programme, is designed to help young people recognise costs.
Great apps for children
28th March 2011 - Are you on the look-out for apps for children and young people, for iPod, iPhone or iPad? Kids and Media gives you tips.
First official advice to text rather than call
23rd March 2011 - A Department of Health leaflet advises that texting and hands-free kits reduces exposure to radiation.
Good advice on how to reduce exposure to mobile radiation
25th February 2011 - Some simple precautions are all that is needed to reduce the radiation risk considerably.
What are Social Learning Networks?
23rd December 2010 - Have you read Kids and Media’s blogs?
Back to school
31st August 2010 - It’s not only school children who learn something new when school starts in the autumn. Even parents are getting schooled.
Be Smart. Be Fair. Be Safe.
14th June 2010 - CTIA - The Wireless Association has launched a campaign to help parents ensure their children are responsible wireless users.
Children, TV and the Internet
29th January 2010 - Research from KidsOKOnline (KOKO) released in January 2010 has some interesting insights on how children like to access their TV programmes.
Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority:
26th October 2009 - Finnish Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (STUK) has prepared a position paper, according to which children's mobile phone use should be restricted for example by favoring text messages instead of talking.
Questions to ask your Mobile Provider when purchasing a phone
26th October 2009 - A checklist of important questions to ask your Mobile Provider.
Mobile Phones Tips
26th October 2009 - Common Sense Media’s Cell Phones video gives tips for safe, smart mobile phone use.
Children and mobile phones
26th October 2009 - More and more children get their own mobile phones at an increasingly younger age. What is an appropriate age for children to get their first phone?
Cyber bullying Tips
26th October 2009 - Common Sense Media’s Cyber bullying video gives interesting facts and advice on cyber bullying.
