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Cyber Ethics for Students and Youth

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Students' Pledge

  Personal Responsibilities

 

Any person who uses the Internet can be called a citizen of the Internet society. Citizens of this virtual world are responsible for the consequences of their actions. We must respect others, obey the law, be polite, and be aware of the safety of oneself and others. Your students look to you as a role-model; therefore, your actions will eventually influence your students.

As the Internet contains misleading information and your students may encounter deleterious materials, they must learn how to judge and choose what to view.

If you notice suspicious actions or websites, you can contact the police.
(http://www.info.gov.hk/police/hkp-home/english/tcd/tcd.htm)
Real Case Scenario
Supervision for Children
Research conducted by the UK Department of Education and Skills in November 2002 indicated that 70% of UK youngsters over the age of 10 have access to the Internet at home...