20/04/2024
PSA : Parental Apps Alert, 20Apr 2024
Hi Parents,
Some of you might have received an email on the compromise of Parent Gateway and that names and emails leaked - see article by The Straits Times.
https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/app-managing-students-personal-learning-devices-at-127-schools-hacked-names-e-mail-addresses-leaked-moe
As a parent or educator, the main takeaway is to be prudent and not click on phishing emails. We need to share with our kids what are good digital practices and build our media literacy 😊
🔍 Enhancing Media Literacy Together! 🔍
Media literacy isn't just about recognizing fake news; it's about critically analyzing all media content, deciphering its accuracy, and understanding its credibility.
As the saying goes, "The best weapon we have in this time of fake news is media literacy."
Feeling unsure about where to start the conversation with your child? Don't worry! There are curated resources to help kickstart your media literacy journey, ensuring both you and your child are equipped with the necessary skills.
Let's dive in and empower ourselves and our children with the knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world safely.
National Library Board, Singapore tips on safeguarding yourself from falsehoods, read: https://sure.nlb.gov.sg/about-us/sure-campaign/
Digital for Life - Singapore Media Literacy Council Resources https://www.digitalforlife.gov.sg/Learn/Resources/All-Resources
Ministry of Education, Singapore PLD use https://www.moe.gov.sg/education-in-sg/educational-technology-journey/edtech-masterplan/digital-literacy-and-technological-skills
Watch this space for our next Kids PlaySafer x NLB Gaming Guardians: How to be S.A.F.E workshops in June! Registration links out in May. https://sg.theasianparent.com/online-gaming
The ministry has said no sensitive data was compromised, and a police report was made. Read more at straitstimes.com.
