What is trial by media? we want to talk about it and the need to teach children how to positively use it. What does trial by media mean? Trial by media is the impact of the media on a person’s reputation, by creating a widespread perception of guilt or innocence, before or after the person…
Technology and Parenting
Parenting children in the digital age; requires an understanding of the role technology plays in our daily lives. The more we are aware, the more we can prepare them for the future.
Our children are online and connected to the whole world at the click of a button. This exposure means that we cannot hope for the best, we need to ensure that they are well prepared. Technology and parenting do go hand in hand.
As a result, today’s parents need to be well equipped and informed. You need to talk to your children about their online behaviour and to ensure they are responsible digital citizens. Some of the things to discuss are their digital footprint, the effect of screen time, cyberbullying, turning on privacy setting, the increasing role of automation and how to stay safe online among so much more.
Another wave that is here to stay is social media. There are several social media platforms that are widely used today. In reality, our children are jumping on at a rate faster than we can keep up.
Being a digital-savvy parent is not a good idea, rather it is critical to succeeding in modern-day parenting. The technology and parenting category on LagosMums is a resource for parents to help with this. In addition, schools have a role to play as they require children to use the internet for their school work.
Here you will find some of the latest and trending topics on technology and how it affects your family. So if you have never had a talk with your children about technology and the virtual world, today is a great day to start.
12 Online Safety Tips Every Child Needs To Know
Our children are online, we cannot avoid it. Online safety is a priority for every child. Parents are the best teachers, so we advise that parents spend time teaching and guiding children about how to stay safe online. The internet has a lot of benefits but the reality is that there is also a host…
Is Roblox safe for children? Parents want to know
Imagine if your child is exposed to mature, sexual and inappropriate content in a video game. As a result of some recent reports, parents want to know if Roblox is safe for children to play. Popular gaming platform Roblox is under scrutiny over “condo games” that could expose young users to naked figures, simulated sex and…
5 things you need to know about facebook messenger for kids
Facebook Messenger for Kids is a video chat and messaging app that helps children connect with friends and family in a fun, parent-controlled space. There are several things to consider when it comes to introducing your child to social media. Below are 5 things you need to know about Facebook Messenger for kids. What is…
Parents and Dangerous Hashtags what you need to know
While social media is here to stay, parents can unknowingly use dangerous hashtags to expose their children to danger. These hashtags can be a red flag for the wrong type of audience. Yes, your babies are cute while taking a bubble bath or running around without a diaper. The sight of little Tony or Tami…
What you Need to Know About Digital Citizenship for Parents and Children
Digital citizenship for parents and children refers to the responsible use of technology. It is necessary for anyone who uses computers, the Internet, and digital devices to engage with society on any level. This is literally everyone today, including parents and children. People have always been influenced by what others think. However, in recent years,…
Importance Of Social Media Etiquette For Teens
Parents rising up to the responsibility of teaching children about social media etiquette is crucial in this age. It is no news that employers, scholarship boards, and colleges now make background checks on their potential candidates’ social media platforms. In addition to cases of cyberbullying and password breaches, posting embarrassing and implicating contents on social…
5 Brilliant Ways to Avoid Screen Time Meltdown this Summer
As the summer-long holidays commence around the world, it is certainly different this year. Parents are actively looking for ways to engage their children during the lockdown as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Many physical summer camps have been cancelled. And one of the big concerns is how to avoid screen time meltdowns this…
The Dark Psychology Of Social Media
What is the dark psychology of social media? New innovations come with high excitement but we rarely consider the downside of such innovations. Inventors also generally push the positive narratives without clear information on the limitations. The advent of social media Some decades ago, no one considered that we can communicate virtually as we do…
How to Control your Media Diet
These days, it’s almost impossible to avoid distressing news, but there are ways to at least control your media diet and cut down on trolls, abusers, scam artists, and negativity on social media. Below are some helpful tips culled from Larry Magid’s who is the CEO of ConnectSafely.org Control your media diet First of all…