Course Overview:

Futurise offers a 5-hour Digital Safety and Cyber Awareness for Teachers training program, helping educators guide students to use technology safely and responsibly. This course equips teachers with essential knowledge and strategies to promote cyber safety, protect student data, and raise awareness about online risks.

Through practical, school-based applications, participants will learn how to identify cyber threats, manage digital behavior in classrooms, and foster a culture of responsible technology use among students, ensuring both educators and learners stay safe and informed in the online world.

Learning Outcomes – Digital Safety and Cyber Awareness for Teachers

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand key concepts of digital safety and cyber awareness for teachers.
• Recognize cyber risks such as phishing, hacking, and digital bullying.
• Promote responsible technology use among students, reinforcing digital safety and cyber awareness for teachers.
• Protect personal and institutional data from cyber threats.
• Respond effectively to online incidents and promote digital well-being.

Course Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Digital Safety (1 Hours)

• Importance of cyber awareness in education
• Understanding the digital landscape and online behaviors
• Role of educators in promoting safe technology use.

Module 2: Identifying Online Risks (1 Hours)

• Cyberbullying, scams, and online exploitation
• Social media safety and privacy controls
• Recognizing warning signs of risky behavior among students.

Module 3: Data Protection and Privacy (1 Hours)

• Safe handling of student and school data
• Password management and secure communication
• Understanding privacy policies and consent.

Module 4: Responsible Digital Citizenship (1 Hours)

• Teaching students about digital footprints and online reputation
• Ethical use of technology in classrooms
• Encouraging positive online engagement.

Module 5: Cyber Wellness and Response Strategies (1 Hours)

• Promoting emotional and mental well-being in digital spaces
• Responding to and reporting cyber incidents
• Building a safe and inclusive digital culture in schools.

Target Audience:

• School Teachers and Educators
• Learning Support Assistants
• Academic Coordinators and IT Staff
• School Counselors and Digital Learning Facilitators
• Anyone interested in promoting safe, ethical, and responsible technology use among students.
• Ideal for educators aiming to enhance cyber awareness and digital well-being in classrooms.