Being an IT professional, I see all kinds of issues with internet safety.
There are countless internet safety games out there by one of my favorites is NetSmartz Kids. They offer an extensive number of games, tips and tricks for kids and parents alike.
A more adult test is the SonicWall Phishing IQ Test. This test is very difficult. Even seasoned IT professionals will miss at least one or two.
I did play the AT&T game and for the most part, I thought it was an acceptable method for teaching online safety.
Then I came across the following question:
Really? One of the few things I really know about children is that they are hesitant to admit that they are afraid or scared. Knowing this, why would you include an option like "Nothing, I'm never scared"?
I would be willing to wager that most kids get this one wrong on the first try.
We have to remember that we are not only teaching children about the dangers online but also the correct method of handling these situations.
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