Principles of Online Safety

This course is for anyone looking to stay safe online and protect their digital presence. Learners will explore online risks, secure account management, and strategies to avoid scams. The course covers privacy settings, protecting personal information, and building a positive online reputation. Additionally, learners will gain insights into identifying propaganda, recognising cyber threats, and responding to online dangers, ensuring a safer and more responsible digital experience.

Level: Short Course

Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 7

Assessment: Multiple choice question’s

Section Title: 1) Understanding the online landscape

Course Contents:

• Identify the various types of online platforms and their potential risks
• Recall the concept of digital footprint and its long-term implications
• Recognise common online threats and their potential consequences

Section Title: 2) Creating strong passwords and managing online accounts

Course Contents:

• Recognise the characteristics of strong, unique passwords for online accounts.
• Recall how to implement two-factor authentication on devices
• Apply techniques to manage online accounts securely

Section Title: 3) Recognising and avoiding online scams

Course Contents:

• Identify common types of online scams and fraudulent activities.
• Recognise red flags in emails, messages, and websites that may indicate a scam
• Apply techniques to verify the authenticity of online information and requests

Section Title: 4) Protecting personal information online

Course Contents:

• Identify the importance of privacy settings on social media and other online platforms
• Identify what types of personal information should not be shared online
• Recall strategies to protect personal information while using public Wi-Fi networks

Section Title: 5) Building a positive online presence

Course Contents:

• Recall the concept of digital citizenship and its importance
• Identify strategies for creating a positive online reputation
• Respond to negative online interactions constructively

Section Title: 6) Staying safe online

Course Contents:

• Identify the types of personal information that can be shared online and its associated risks
• Recognise common online scams and know how to avoid them
• Recall strategies for maintaining privacy and security when using social media
• Recognise the signs of cyber bullying and online grooming, and have strategies to protect oneself and others

Section Title: 7) Recognising online propaganda

Course Contents:

• Define propaganda and identify common propaganda techniques used in online media.
• Recognise the importance of identifying propaganda when online
• Recall simple strategies for protecting oneself from online propaganda