Category: Netiquette
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The Dangers of Sharenting
Sharenting—a blend of the words “sharing” and “parenting”—refers to the growing practice of parents posting photos, videos, and other personal information about their children on social media. These are shared with the best of intentions: to celebrate milestones, connect with loved ones, or simply preserve memories. But just how common is sharenting? According to a…
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Digital Drama at School: When Should Parents Step In?
School drama is nothing new. Written as early as the 1850s, Charles Dickens’ David Copperfield described the social conflicts, bullying, and peer pressure that children faced in school settings. These timeless stories demonstrate that teenage drama has always existed, albeit in different forms. Digital devices have complicated this even further, and Digital Drama is far…
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Group Chat Gossip: Monitoring Private Messaging Without Invading Privacy
Group chat gossip is not a new concept. According to the Online Etymology Dictionary, the noun “chat” emerged around 1520, initially referring to ‘“’chatter, frivolous talk.’ By the 1570s, it meant ‘familiar conversation,’ and later, in the 1960s, it referred to talk shows. The term ‘chat room,’ referring to online instant communication, appeared in the…
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Online Etiquette for Kids: Kindness in a Digital World
Online Etiquette has become just as important as real-world manners in today’s digital world. As kids spend more time communicating, learning, and playing online, the way they maintain Online Etiquette in virtual spaces can have a powerful impact on their peers and themselves. Because consistent Online Etiquette reflects a child’s character, understanding these digital rules…